How to Visit the Acropolis in 2025 (Tickets, Tips, & Tricks)

Are you looking to visit the Acropolis on your trip to Athens this year? This guide has you covered! I will give you all the details you will need for your visit.

I have visited Athens several times and think that the Acropolis is a MUST for those making the trip to Greece’s capital. In my guide, you will find the best time to visit, opening hours, and the best ticket for you and your group. I also give some useful tips and tricks to help you better plan your visit.

If I missed anything in this guide, please leave a comment or send me a message so I can help you further. Thanks!

How This Acropolis Guide Works

To start the guide, I will give some quick information about the Acropolis (just some key points that are useful to know before your visit) and the best ticket and tour options for your visit. When you search online, you may feel overwhelmed looking at the ticket options, so I am going to only recommend a few of my favorites that will fit your travel style!

After, I will give all the practical information for visiting the Acropolis – opening hours, ticket prices, mobility access, etc. That will be followed by a section that gives tips and tricks for your trip there!

These are a random collection of thoughts from my visits there as well as some additional information that I think is helpful.

Practical Info for Your Acropolis Visit

How to Get There

The Acropolis is serviced by multiple metro stations and a few entrances. The main metro station that services the Acropolis is ‘Acropoli’ (M2).

You can also take the metro to Thissio (M1) or Monastiraki (M3) and be extremely close to the Acropolis (Monastiraki takes you to a square of the same name but there is no direct entrance right by while Thissio will take you fairly close to an entrance after you walk through souvenir stalls, eateries, and some greenery with killer views over Athens).

But, if you want to get right up to the main entrance, take the metro to Acropoli, which is right next to the Acropolis Museum and research center.

You can also take the bus to the nearest stop there. The buses you want to take are 227, 230, 856, A2, or A3. You can also take tram T6. Or trolleys 1, 2, 4, 5, 11, 12, or 15.

2025 Acropolis Ticket Prices and Options

The entrance fees to the Acropolis vary depending on which Acropolis structures you want to see while there, the dates you’re there, your age, and several other factors.

Here are the 2025 Acropolis ticket prices:

• Regular ticket: €20
• Reduced ticket: €10 (this reduced rate applies to those visiting from November 1 to March 31)

These tickets include access to the following sites: Acropolis of Athens, Ancient Agora of Athens Museum, Ancient Agora of Athens- Areios Pagos, Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos, Hadrian’s Library, Kerameikos, Lykeion Archaeological Site, the north slope of the Acropolis, Olympieio, Roman Agora of Athens, and the south slope of the Acropolis.

You can check out the official website to purchase them there – or you can consider some of the tickets I recommend below which offer tours and audio guides.

Here are the 2025 Acropolis ticket options that I recommend:

• Acropolis + Parthenon guided walking tour and ticket (this also includes entrance to the Acropolis Museum if you select it)
• Self-guided Acropolis ticket (includes an audio guide option)
• Acropolis + 6 archaeological sites combo ticket (this also includes entrance to the Ancient Agora and Museum, Roman Agora, Hadrian’s Library, Olympieion, Kerameikos & Museum, Lykeion)
• Private tour of the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum

Timed-Entry Tickets

The Acropolis has started requiring timed entry since April 1, 2024. This is a great way to spread the visitors out a bit, but I do still recommend visiting as early as you can (especially as the weather can be hot during the day).

You should arrive 30 minutes before your entry slot and know that this timed entry is ONLY for the Acropolis and the slopes – not the other sites included in the ticket!

Acropolis Opening Hours

The Acropolis is open during the winter from 8am until 5pm (last entry is at 4:30pm) and during the summer and from 8am until 8pm (last entry is at 7:30pm).

The Acropolis is closed on the following days:

• January 1
• March 25
• May 1
• Easter Sunday
• December 25
• December 26

Wheelchair-Users & Mobility Access

When I first visited, the Acropolis was a nightmare for wheelchair users. Soon after my trip, I read that they were prioritizing getting better mobility access for guests.

There is now an elevator in place that is located on the north side of the Acropolis about about 300 meters (about 0.2 miles) from the exit. The elevator will arrive on the plateau just north of the Erechtheion area.

The north slope of the Acropolis is accessible for wheelchairs (you can get the help of someone there) through a designated entrance. The south slope is also wheelchair accessible through the main entrance at the crossroads of Thrasyllou and Dionysiou Areopagitou Streets.

Please read more here on their official ticket page. Their official website has a bunch of dead links so I wouldn’t use it.

Tips & Tricks for Visiting the Acropolis

1. Learn a bit about the Acropolis before your visit (and during it).

I studied Roman history in my Latin class growing up, so Greek history kind of was never something I knew that much about. To get the most out of your Acropolis visit, I advise learning a little beforehand (and then the rest when you arrive).

A taxi driver in Athens told me to check out a video called ‘Secrets of the Parthenon’ and I want to pass that along your way too.

Another wonderful way to learn is to scan a QR code for an audio guide at the entrance when you arrive. This is super useful for those taking a self-guided tour and not one with an expert. This is available in English and Greek and you must use your own headphones and phone as they do not provide them.

Another tip is to download an app to your phone where you can learn a bit about the historic landmark. Mozaik Education has Acropolis guides for both iOS and Android phones that help you learn more about the Acropolis’ history with information and interactive maps.

• Click here to download an Acropolis app to your Android
• Click here to download an Acropolis app to your iPhone

If you’re looking for something on your computer that will show you what to expect before visiting the Acropolis, click here.

2. Many buildings and hotels in Athens have a view of the Acropolis.

In the center of Athens, you will realize that most buildings are built to a certain height (and one that is not huge!). This is because after the city overthrew a dictatorship, they decided that every building built after that date must have a view of the Acropolis to remind Greek citizens of a democracy.

This is especially cool when you’re looking for places to stay or views of the iconic landmark! I stay at Attalos Hotel when I visit Athens and it has a stellar view of the Acropolis from its rooftop. I love heading up there for a drink with a view. It is one of the more affordable hotels in Athens, as well.

3. The Acropolis is free on some public holidays and selected days.

On certain days of the year and certain days of the month, you can visit the Acropolis for free. The Acropolis is free on the following days:

• March 6 (Melina Mercouri Remembrance Day)
• April 18 (International Monuments Day)
• May 18 (International Museums Day)
• The last weekend of September annually (European Heritage Days)
• October 28
• Every first Sunday of the month (from November 1 to March 31)

Do know that it will be far more crowded these days than others, but it is a good way to save some money!

4. Get there early to avoid lines.

The busiest times at the Acropolis are from 11am until 1pm. This is regardless of the time of year and regardless of the new mandatory timed entry, so try to arrive as early as possible so you can avoid some of the queues! I recommend booking your ticket as early as possible in the day.

5. There are water fountains and restrooms for public use inside the complex.

This goes without saying but I feel compelled to write it here. I would bring a reusable water bottle if you’re visiting in summer to continuously keep hydrated.

6. Don’t be shocked to see construction and scaffolding.

The Acropolis frequently undergoes renovations and work, so don’t be shocked if there is scaffolding or construction at some of the notable structures.

7. Standing on and touching Acropolis marble and stones is prohibited

There will often be signs indicating this, but it is good to know so you’re cognizant of it when visiting.

8. There are summer performances at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus Theatre

There is a Greek theatre inside of the Acropolis and the locals refer to it as Herodeon. This theatre was built between 160AD and 174AD and is still in use today.

During the summers, this theatre offers a wide array of performances and events. They usually start in June and last through the end of October. To see the event schedule, click here.

9. Wear appropriate shoes and pack sunscreen.

These are two things I failed at on my trip! The stones can get slippery, even if they are not wet! You will also be on your feet a lot and it may get tiring. Wear good shoes and regularly apply sunscreen when visiting.

10. Drones are illegal and photography can be challenging.

Greece does not allow drones at archaeological sites and you can receive a fine of €500 (and your drone confiscated) if you break this law. In addition, photography may be a challenge as the site is pretty crowded. Opt for the first time slot if you want to try to get some photos without too many people in them!

Did I miss anything in this guide to visiting the Acropolis? Let me know if you have any questions in the comments. Thanks!

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Megan Starr

Megan is a travel blogger and writer with a background in digital marketing. Originally from Richmond, VA, she now lives in Finnish Lapland after previous stints in Norway, Germany, Armenia, and Kazakhstan. She has a passion for winter travel, as well as the Nordic countries, but you can also find her eating her way through Italy, perusing perfume stores in Paris, or taking road trips through the USA. Megan has written for or been featured by National Geographic, Forbes, Lonely Planet, the New York Times, and more. She co-authored Fodor’s Travel ‘Essential Norway’ (2020) and has visited 45 US states and 100+ countries.