Acropolis Skip The Line Private Tour with Licensed Expert Guide

Makrigianni, Athina, 117 42

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In the company of a Professional Licensed Archaeological Guide, have the incredible History & Mythology of the Acropolis with its iconic Parthenon brought to…

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Длительность 2 ч.

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Языки

английский, французский, немецкий, итальянский

Размер группы

1–14 участников

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In the company of a Professional Licensed Archaeological Guide, have the incredible History & Mythology of the Acropolis with its iconic Parthenon brought to life before for a once in a lifetime experience.

From Jaw-Dropping insights for seasoned Historians to amazing stories for junior Archaeologists, our experienced and considerate guide will pitch things appropriately to make the most of your valuable time.

Start your tour journey with the Acropolis, taking in all of the incredible monuments & temples of the site. See the Theater of Dionysus the worlds oldest & consider how some of Ancient Greece’s most famous plays were first performed on its stage some 3000 years before. Continue to the 5-meter-thick defensive walls built not by the classical Greeks, but by their ancestors another thousand years before. Climb to the gigantic entrance, the Propylaea and learn how the sun would have glinted from the bronze spear tip of the gigantic statue of the Goddess Athena that once stood there, the last thing many of the sailors would have saw when leaving from Cape Sounion some 70km away to wars and trade in the ancient Mediterranean. Hear the secrets of the Temple of Nike, learn about the mythology of the Mystical Erechtheion & the struggle between the God Poseidon and Goddess Athena, and wonder at the stunning Parthenon a masterpiece of art and architecture.

Among the panoramic views of Athens stretched out below take in the depth of time cultural & Historical significance with your guide before finally descending through the olive trees to view the Odeon of Herodes Atticus Theater, still in use each Summer.

At the end of your tour, you are free to stay & enjoy the views, or our guide will return you to the meeting point and help with any onward directions needed.

Flexible booking options are also on hand too, so if you have time to extend your exploration of Athens you can choose the option to add another site for Private Guiding, or choose the option to explore the charming & vibrant Plaka Neighborhood which includes stops for Quintessential Classics like Greek Coffee/Mountain Tea, Souvlaki or traditional savory pies, & Sweet/Cake delicacies.

Программа

ACROPOLIS. MEETING OUR GUIDE. Your guide will be waiting at Makrygianni Street at the Acropolis Metro stop which is just around the corner from the Acropolis Main Entrance. Our meeting spot provides an ideal perspective from which to view the surrounding wall of the Acropolis built by the earlier Mycenean civilization and to provide you with an introduction to the History of the Acropolis, its importance and role in the life of ancient Greece, and an overview of the temples & amazing monuments you are about to see.

Theater of Dionysus. Still in a good state of preservation, one of our first stops is the Ancient THEATER OF DIONYSUS. Built in the 4th & 5th century BC in a natural amphitheater o nthe slopes of the Acropolis it would have had an impressive capacity of 25000, it is considered the world's oldest. Amazing to think that many of the most famous Ancient Greek plays would have had their original premieres here!

Propylaea. Ascend towards the monumental gateway (Propylaia) and entrance to the Acropolis. As the Temples of the Acropolis come into view, the Ancient Greeks would have been greeted by an enormous decorated Bronze Statue of the Goddess Athena. As legend has it, the tip of her upheld spear could be seen by incoming ships in the sunlight.

Temple of Athena Nike. Built around 420 BC, and one of the earliest temples of the Acropolis, this Classical Ionic Temple was dedicated to the Goddess Athena and is largely restored, with a prominent position overlooking the City.

Parthenon. The pinnacle of the 'Golden-Age' of Classical Greece, this temple was an unrivaled mastepiece of Art, Architecture and Engineering as well as the heart of Ancient Greek ceremony and worship in Athens. We Take time at this most important temple with an overview of its construction, mythology and Historical importance.

Erechtheion. The second largest temple of the Acropolis, the Erechtheion was Dedicated to both Zeus and the Goddess Athens and your guide will illuminate some of its wonderful Mythology and main aspects such as its impressive statues that you will now see in the Museum.

Herod Atticus Odeon. Built in AD 161 by Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, this stunning Marble amphitheater continues as a working theater to the present day.

ENDING YOUR TOUR. Your guide will return you to the meeting point or choose to stay, enjoying the sights of the City!

BOOKING OPTIONS: TAILORED TOUR OPTION. If choosing this option your private Acropolis tour is extended to include another site of your choice such as the Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora or Plaka Neighborhood. After booking we will confirm the site of your choice with you directly. PLAKA & FOOD OPTION. If choosing this option, Your Acropolis tour is extended with a tour of the Plaka Neighborhood along with stops at Iconic Local Eateries including Classic Greek Coffee or Mountain Tea or soft drinks, Souvlaki or Local assorted Traditional savory pastries, and Traditional Sweet delicacies.

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Гид
2-Hour Private Guided Tour of the Acropolis with a Licensed Official Expert
Skip-the-Line Tickets provided on request (extra cost)
(3-Hr PLAKA & FOOD OPTION) Traditional Greek Coffee/Moutain Tea, Souvlaki, Sweet Treats
(3-Hr TAILORED TOUR OPTION) Acropolis PLUS your choice of additional Site: Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora or Plaka Neighborhood

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Admission Fees (skip-the-line tickets provided on request after booking (additional cost)

Важная информация

Место встречи

Makrigianni, Athina, 117 42

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• TOUR QUESTIONS: For all tour questions please Email: [email protected] MEETING POINT: Our guide will see you at the meeting point of the ‘Acropoli’ Metro station at street level (located on Makrygianni Street, 11742. and just around the corner from the New Acropolis Museum), at your chosen time. Your guide will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written. PLAKA & FOOD OPTION (3hr) with a combination of visits to the Acropolis and Plaka neighborhood including food tastings TAILORED TOUR OPTION (3hr) Acropolis PLUS your choice from: Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora, or PLaka Neighborhood. • ADMISSION TICKETS: Please note that admission is not included. Tickets for some dates and time slots can be in heavy demand so we kindly request that you turn up for your tour with appropriate tickets; either having bought these yourself, or having asked us to buy these on your behalf. Otherwise we are not responsible for any delays. If you need us to purchase Skip-the-line Tickets for you, just let us know by message after booking.