The Acropolis is the rocky citadel overlooking Athens, crowned by the 5th-century BC Parthenon. The site contains four major monuments: the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Temple of Athena Nike, and the monumental Propylaea entrance. A combined ticket includes the slope, the ancient Agora, and the new Acropolis Museum at the foot of the hill — together they cover roughly 2,500 years of Athenian history. Visit early morning or late afternoon in summer; midday on the rock in July reaches 38°C with no shade.
Ticket
€20 (€10 reduced)
Visit time
2–3 hours
Type
archaeological
UNESCO
World Heritage Site
When to visit
Open 8am — arrive at 8am or after 5pm in summer to avoid heat and crowds
Skip-the-line tip
Pre-book a timed entry through the official odysseus.culture.gr site or via a guided tour that includes skip-the-line entry. In peak summer the ticket queue at 10am can run 60–90 minutes; pre-booked entries skip it entirely.
Tours including Acropolis of Athens
Official ticket source: odysseus.culture.gr. Always verify prices and opening hours on the official site before travel.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Acropolis cost to visit?
The Acropolis ticket is €20 (€10 reduced) and is valid for the slope, the Parthenon, and the surrounding archaeological sites. A combined €30 ticket adds the ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Hadrian's Library, and Kerameikos.
When is the best time to visit the Acropolis?
Early morning at the 8am opening or late afternoon after 5pm in summer. Midday on the marble rock in July–August is brutal — 38°C with no shade and the largest crowds.
Is a guided tour of the Acropolis worth it?
For first-time visitors yes — the site has minimal signage and the architectural and mythological context dramatically lifts the experience. A 3-hour small-group tour also pre-books skip-the-line entry, saving 60–90 minutes in summer.
How long does it take to see the Acropolis?
Plan 2–3 hours for the rock alone; add another 90 minutes for the Acropolis Museum at the bottom (highly recommended). A full Acropolis-and-museum visit is a half-day commitment.
Is the Acropolis wheelchair accessible?
Partially. A wheelchair lift on the north side reaches the summit; the surface on top is uneven marble but navigable. The south slope (Theatre of Dionysus) is fully step-free.