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15 Guided Tours in Athens Worth Booking

192 tours  ·  from $4 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 guided tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guide - Starting at the South Entrance
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Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guide

Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour - Starting with the Theater of Dionysus
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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

Athens: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour - The Odeon of Herodes Atticus adds a living connection
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Athens: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

3.Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,882 reviews · from $38

Explore Athens’ Acropolis with a licensed guide, clear headsets, ancient myths, major monuments, and sweeping city views.

“We loved the tour! Our guide Eva was wonderful. She was so knowledgeable, engaging and kind, and constantly ensured the group were happy. We learnt a great deal and were really pleased we chose to visit the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum with a guide, rather than by ourselves. We would highly recommend this tour.”

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Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide - The ride through the Athenian Riviera
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Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide

Athens: Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour - Starting in Athens and crossing central Greece
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Athens: Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour

5.Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,008 reviews · from $31

Review of the Athens to Delphi tour with Apollo’s Temple, Delphi Museum, Arachova, guided commentary, transport, and practical booking tips.

“We had an unforgettable day tour to Delphi, guided by the exceptional Michael. His deep knowledge of Greek mythology brought the ancient ruins to life, and his engaging storytelling, coupled with a great sense of humour, made the journey both educational and entertaining. At the archaeological site and museum, we appreciated the relaxed pace—never feeling rushed—and had ample free time to explore, including a rewarding walk up to the amphitheatre. The stop in Arachova was a delightful bonus, offering us the chance to wander through this charming mountain village. Michael's passion for history and his personable approach truly enhanced our experience. We wholeheartedly recommend this tour to ...”

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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour - Starting with the Theater of Dionysus
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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

6.Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,579 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $41

Walk from the Theater of Dionysus to the Parthenon, then study its treasures with an archaeologist at the Acropolis Museum.

“I can’t imagine a better guy than Artemis. She was efficient, knowledgeable, and very personable, and lent much vivacity to the tour while conveying an enormous amount of history in a very compact time. Would recommend highly.”

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Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Audio Guide - Getting your ticket and choosing the Acropolis time
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Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Audio Guide

7.Acropolis Ticket with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3,575 reviews · 40 minutes - 3.5 hours · from $47

Review of Athens Acropolis e-ticket with audio guide, timed entry, optional museum and combo sites, practical tips, costs, and drawbacks.

“A great way to spend a few hours in Athens. Go in the afternoon when all the tour groups have been and gone. We went in the smaller entrance on the south side of the site opposite the museum and there was no que at all.”

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Acropolis: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour - Asklepieion and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus
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Acropolis: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

8.Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,442 reviews · from $36

Explore the Acropolis and Parthenon with an archaeologist guide, skip-the-line entry options, ancient theaters, myths, and Athens views.

“Very informative and fun tour! Totally recommend it if you’re just spending 1 or 2 days in Athens. Guide was engaging and very charismatic. Collecting tickets and meeting point was very organised despite the amount of people at the place. Well done!”

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From Athens: Delphi Full Day V.R. Audio Guided Tour - Getting out of Athens by air-conditioned bus
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From Athens: Delphi Full Day V.R. Audio Guided Tour

9.Delphi Full Day V.R. Audio Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,028 reviews · 10 hours · from $30

Visit Delphi from Athens with VR and audio guidance, museum entry, mountain views, Arachova, and free time for lunch or shopping.

“Absolutely fabulous and worth every penny ! I have done many day trips on my short visit to Athens but this one I enjoyed the best 🌈❤️🌻”

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Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket - Walking up to the Acropolis
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Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket

Athens: Acropolis Museum Ticket with optional Audio Guide - Start with the ruins beneath the museum
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Athens: Acropolis Museum Ticket with optional Audio Guide

11.Acropolis Museum Ticket with optional Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,652 reviews · 1 day · from $30

See the Acropolis Museum with a skip-the-line ticket and optional audio guide, from Caryatids to Parthenon Marbles and ancient ruins.

“The ticket pack is good but the option with the audio guide was not suitable for me. Maybe I expected more info in the guide. I did not like the recorded segments. But it can be perfect for someone else.”

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Athens: Acropolis Ticket & Optional Self-Guided Audio Tours - FAQ
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Athens: Acropolis Ticket & Optional Self-Guided Audio Tours

12.Acropolis Ticket & Optional Self-Guided Audio Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,542 reviews · 1 day · from $46

Visit Athens’ Acropolis with a timed ticket, optional audio tour, Parthenon access, and practical tips for avoiding the worst crowds.

“Absolutely worth visiting, even the climb up there! Very glad also that we booked tickets in advance because the queue without tickets was huge!!! Beautiful view from the top of the Acropolis!”

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Delphi English Day Trip from Athens with Official Guide - The morning departure from Athens
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Delphi English Day Trip from Athens with Official Guide

Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis & Parthenon with Tickets - The climb through the Acropolis entrance
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Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis & Parthenon with Tickets

14.Guided Tour of Acropolis & Parthenon with Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,049 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Tour Athens’ Acropolis and Parthenon with reserved entry, a licensed guide, headsets, ancient myths, and sweeping city views.

“An excellent tour by a very knowledgeable guide Vicky. It was well-organized, from the meeting point until the very end. We thoroughly enjoyed it and learned alot.”

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Athens: First Access Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Tour - Going straight to the Parthenon
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Athens: First Access Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Tour

15.First Access Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,995 reviews · 2 hours - 210 minutes · from $40

Enter Athens’ Acropolis at 8am, reach the Parthenon first, and hear myths, architecture, and history from a licensed guide.

“our guide, Niobi, was a treasure. full on fascinating insights and history and such a delightful personality. 0800 is the best time for a tour. cooler and less people. by the time we finished, the Acropolis was having with a mass of visitors. thank Zeus we were early. highly recommend this tour to all visitors.”

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