What to bring

Acropolis Museum

• Come prepared with a valid photo ID or student card if you want reduced ticket prices where applicable.
• Ensure your audio tour is downloaded beforehand, preventing any connectivity issues within the museum.
• Using personal earphones will enhance and streamline your listening experience during tours.
• Cash or a bank card are recommended for purchases in the gift shop or café.
• Comfortable closed shoes are essential to navigate both museum halls and nearby archaeological sites easily.

A light sweater or scarf is advisable as air-conditioned galleries can be cooler than outside temperatures.

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• Have your ticket, whether printed or digital, ready for quick access at entrance gates.
• Your own earphones will provide a more engaging audio guide experience.
• Carry some cash or a card for small purchases at local kiosks post-visit.
• Wear sturdy footwear suitable for uneven marble steps and rocky terrain.
• Sun protection including a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen is essential.

A reusable water bottle will help you stay hydrated in the limited shade and intense summer heat.

What’s not allowed

Acropolis Museum

• Flash photography, tripods, and professional filming equipment are prohibited; non-flash photos can be taken except in the Archaic Gallery.
• Oversized bags or bulky items must remain at the ground-floor cloakroom.
• No food or beverages allowed inside, with an exception for plain drinking water.

Pets are not permitted unless they're certified service animals.

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• Drones, tripods, and professional cameras require special authorization to use on site.
• Larger bags or suitcases cannot be brought inside; store them elsewhere.
• No pets are allowed except for certified guide dogs.

Smoking and chewing gum are strictly prohibited within the premises.

Accessibility

Acropolis Museum

• The museum is fully wheelchair accessible, featuring ramps at all entrances and elevator access to every floor.
• Accessible restrooms can be found throughout the building.
• Wheelchairs are available free of charge from Visitor Services or Information Desk.

Certified guide dogs are welcome; Braille guides in Greek and English are also provided at the Information Desk for visually impaired visitors.

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• The Acropolis has limited accessibility, with an elevator near the South Slope entrance. Availability varies; call +30 210 3214172 or +30 210 9238470 a day before your visit to confirm service status.
• Assistance is recommended due to mostly uneven terrain and minimal paved paths; both you and your escort can enter for free with valid documentation.
• Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are located near the Acropolis Museum and main entrances.

Rest spots and benches exist, though shaded areas remain scarce.

Additional information

• Your guide will meet you at 3 Dionysiou Areopagitou Street in front of Lukumades and Pilino stores. It's a short walk from the Acropolis Metro Station; look for an orange sign marked ‘Athens Walking Tours.’ Please arrive 20 minutes before departure.
• The tour limits to 22 participants, ensuring personal interaction with complimentary earphones provided for groups larger than eight.

Guides may adjust site visiting order for comfort and convenience.

Acropolis Museum

• To avoid crowds, visit when the museum opens at 9am or in late afternoon (2pm-3pm), especially during June to August summers.
• All visitors must undergo a quick security screening; expect waits of about 5 to 10 minutes. During peak summer months from June to August, this can extend up to 15 minutes.
• Enter through a separate entrance that leads directly to exhibitions and proceed to ticket validation machines on the ground floor.

The museum is free on March 6 (Melina Mercouri Day), March 25 (National Holiday), May 18 (International Museums Day), and October 28 (National Holiday).

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• A timed entry system requires pre-booking a date and time slot. Arrive 30 minutes early for smooth access; you can enter up to 15 minutes before or after your slot.
• Mandatory security checks at the Acropolis may involve waits of about 20 to 30 minutes, extending to 1–2 hours during peak summer months from June to August.
• Use the south entrance near Dionysus Theater for quicker access; it's less crowded and closer to metro stations and museums.
• Start with the Parthenon, then visit Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheion, etc., which helps avoid bottlenecks later on.

The site is free on March 6 (Melina Mercouri Day), April 18 (International Monuments Day), May 18 (International Museums Day), the last weekend in September (European Heritage Days), October 28 (National Holiday), and first/last Sundays from November through March.

Concession eligibility

Acropolis Museum

• EU residents aged 25 or under receive free entry with valid ID/passport.
• Children up to age 5 enter for free with proof of age.
• Non-EU visitors aged 6–25 can access reduced admission by showing a passport confirming their age and nationality.
• Elderly EU citizens over 65 benefit from discounted tickets when presenting ID or a passport.

Visitors with disabilities (80%+ severity) plus one companion are granted free entry with official documentation.

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• EU citizens up to age 25 enter for free, showing valid identification or passports.
• Non-EU visitors aged up to 25 also qualify for free admission with a passport confirming their age and nationality.
• All children under 6 receive entry without charge upon providing proof of age.
• Elderly EU residents over the age of 65 are eligible for reduced rates by presenting valid ID.
• Visitors worldwide with disabilities (67%+ severity) and one escort can enter free, given appropriate documentation.
• Greek nationals who are unemployed may receive concessions if they show a valid unemployment card alongside their ID.

Families in Greece with several children might be eligible for discounts by presenting a family certificate along with IDs; additional Disability Certificates from the national center are required if any child has disabilities.