What to bring

Ensure your passport, ID, and student ID are on hand for smooth processing. Downloading an audio app in advance can prevent connectivity issues at the site. Don't forget earphones for enjoying the audio guide.

What's not allowed

Only small backpacks or handbags may be brought into certain areas, while professional photography equipment, tripods, and drones are prohibited.

Accessibility

The Acropolis offers limited accessibility for visitors with mobility challenges. An elevator near the South Slope entrance is available but not guaranteed; it's best to contact +30 210 3214172 or +30 210 9238470 a day before your visit to confirm its availability. While some pathways are paved, uneven terrain may require assistance in various areas.

Visitors with disabilities and one escort can enter for free if they have valid documentation. Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are located near the Acropolis Museum and site entrances, though shaded spots are limited. The museum itself is fully accessible, featuring elevators, ramps, and tactile exhibits to accommodate visually impaired visitors.

Some sites like the Roman Agora and Temple of Zeus offer smoother paths compared to rougher terrains at places such as the Ancient Agora.

Additional information

The Acropolis Parthenon operates on a timed entry system, requiring visitors to book their date and time slot in advance. It's advisable to arrive 30 minutes early for convenience; however, you can enter up to 15 minutes before or after your booked slot.

Apps and audio guides require approximately 200-250 MB of space on your device.

The Acropolis is free to visit on select days: March 6, April 18, May 18, the last weekend in September, October 28, and every first Sunday from November through March. Similarly, the Acropolis Museum offers free admission on Melina Mercouri Day (March 6), National Holidays (March 25 and October 28), and International Museums Day (May 18).

Concession eligibility

EU citizens aged up to 25 years receive complimentary entry year-round with a valid ID or passport. Non-EU citizens under the same age bracket also enjoy free admission upon presenting similar identification.

Children below six, regardless of nationality, can enter for free when accompanied by appropriate documentation. Greek individuals over 65 and those from other EU member states benefit from reduced fees between October 1st and May 31st each year with valid ID or passport verification.

People with a disability rating of 67% or higher, along with one companion, qualify for free access regardless of nationality if they present proper identification. Greek unemployed citizens can avail concessions by showing their ID card alongside an unemployment certificate or proof of renewal within the last three months.

Greek families with multiple children may receive discounts when presenting a large family status certificate from the Greek Supreme Confederation of Large Family Parents, along with Disability Certificates for any disabled child as issued by the relevant certification center.