Acropolis: Evening Tour With a German-Speaking Guide German Guided Tour - No Tickets Included
ID: GYG199264-309862
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
See the Acropolis under the light of the setting sun on a small-group walking tour with optional skip-the-line entry.
Meet your licensed guide, an experienced archaeologist, and walk to the Acropolis, one of the most important collections of ancient buildings in the world. Learn about the history of the hilltop, with evidence of habitation stretching back over 6,000 years.
Explore the construction of its most famous buildings, including the venerable Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Porch of the Caryatids at the Erechtheion, and the gateway to the Propylaea.
As the sun sinks into the gulf, the twilight illuminates these ancient buildings in a timeless glow that conjures the spirit of 2,500 years of history. Admire the Theater of Dionysus, the first theater of human civilization, and the healing Temple of Asclepius. Listen as your guide talks about the importance of this place to classical civilization in the western hemisphere.
Highlights
- Enjoy the majestic views over Athens from the top of the Acropolis
- Walk on the hill of the Acropolis with a German-speaking licensed guide
- Learn about the Parthenon, the most important temple of ancient Greece
- Let the knowledgeable local guide provide you with insightful commentary
- Skip the line to enter the site with a prebooked ticket and take your time later to explore the monuments on your own (optional)
- Avoid the crowds and heat of the morning with an afternoon tour
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• You have two options: either pre-book a skip-the-line ticket or bring cash and pay for the ticket on site
• The tour requires some walking uphill on slippery surfaces so please wear appropriate shoes and bring water
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Check in and meet your guide inside Tour and Activities office at Athanasiou Diakou street 16.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
