The word "Acro-polis" means "city by the edge." Towering over the capital, the Acropolis is an impressive sight that draws tourists from all around the world to witness the greatness of the ancient Greeks. Within the Acropolis, the Parthenon, dedicated by the Athenians to Athena Parthenos, the patron of their city, is the most magnificent creation of Athenian democracy at the height of its power. It is also the finest monument on the Acropolis in terms of both conception and execution. Built between 447 and 438 BC as part of the great Periklean building project, it began after the victory at the Battle of Marathon. The Parthenon was designed by the architects Iktinos and Kallikrates, while the sculptor Pheidias supervised the entire building program and conceived the temple's sculptural decoration and the chryselephantine statue of Athena. You will also have the opportunity to admire other important monuments such as the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon, and the Erechtheion with its Porch of the Maidens.

Acropolis, Dionysiou Areopagitou, Athina 105 58, Greece

Upon purchase, you will be issued a ticket, which will appear within the app. Infants aged 0-5 years and EU citizens under 25 years may enter free by going to the Acropolis ticket office to redeem a free entry ticket (ID/Passport is required). Entry to the Acropolis slopes and Parthenon is purchased for specific time slots (e.g., 10:00-11:00, 11:00-12:00, etc.).

Once booked, these tickets cannot be canceled or amended. Demand may be high at times with limited availability. We suggest you purchase your ticket at least 48 hours in advance.

Daily 8:00am - 12:00pm & 5:00pm - 8:00pm