Acropolis for families private guided tour in Athens
Do this because
- Follow your family-friendly guide as they guide you around Acropolis
- Keep your little ones engaged through entertaining puzzles and animated story-telling
- Learn of the history surrounding the Parthenon Temple which sits on Acropolis
What to expect
Join this unforgettable family tour of the Acropolis and gain intriguing insight into the fascinating tales that surround the world-famous Parthenon temple. Follow your family-friendly guide through the secret pathways of history, while keeping your little ones engaged through entertaining puzzles and animated story-telling.
Marvel at the famous masterpiece of the Acropolis for a fascinating experience that every family member will enjoy! Discover the legendary myths of the 'cradle of western civilization'! As you walk past the sacred rock, the sights rise up to greet you through revealing stories at every spot encountered.
Learn about the Propylaea, the marble gate of the Acropolis, and stand in awe before the Temple of Nike, the goddess of victory in ancient Greece, as your guide keeps your little ones spellbound! A carefully developed booklet will complement the guide's story-telling while serving as a source of information that will introduce children to the rich history of the hill. Follow the battle between goddess Athena and Poseidon for the naming of the city; who won and why? Uncover the stories behind the first mythical king of Athens and spot the sacred olive tree that has been a symbol of power for the ancient city-state throughout the centuries.
Marvel at the real Greek maidens – Caryatids – that support the Erechtheion and find the secret spot where Zeus stroke his thunderbolt according to the legend! The mythology around the monuments of the Acropolis combined with interesting puzzles and captivating questions included in the booklets will make the little ones stop dead in their tracks! Do you want to time-travel and see the Acropolis exactly as it was during the glorious Golden Age? Opt for a 3D Acropolis iPad to watch the Parthenon and the surrounding monuments vibrant and colorful, carrying the glory of the past!
Important to know
- Please enter your hotel/apartment in Athens and the tour operator will contact you in regards to the meeting point
- Please bring a hat, sunglasses, sun-block and a bottle of water
- Βring along your camera to capture the most beautiful spots of the city
- Please wear comfortable shoes
- In case you have booked a tour that visits any archaeological sites, please ensure all members of your party have a valid ID on them on the day of the visit. This is particularly important for guests who qualify for a student, elderly or child reduction.
- Please do not forget to bring your ID or passport and your covid vaccination certificate or a negative PCR/antigen test certificate
- If your tour includes a visit to the Acropolis Museum:* According to Government regulations (Government Gazette 4206/B/12-9-2021), for your entrance to the Museum you will need to present one of the following documents and a photo ID (identification card or passport): • Vaccination certificate • Medical certificate of a COVID19 infection valid up to 6 months • A negative antigen (rapid) certificate taken no longer than 48 hours The above requirement applies also to minors aged over 12 years old. **Children from 5 to 11 years old** must provide a parental/legal guardian declaration that the child has undertaken a self-test taken no longer than 24 hours. You can download it from [here](https://self-testing.gov.gr/covid19-self-test-print.pdf)
What’s included
A 2-hour guided tour of the Acropolis
Specially-designed educational material for the Acropolis
family-expert licensed guide
Guided tour to the monuments of the Acropolis Hill, including the Parthenon and the Erechtheion
3D Acropolis iPad rental (€20 each)
What’s not included
Entrance fees for the Acropolis (from €19)
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 5 days before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Pickup points
To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.
Provider
Greeking.me
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Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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