PLAKA

Bring the whole family along for an eclectic mix of modern and ancient sights on an electric bike tour of Athens. Enjoy amazing views, discover hidden gems, and glide down the picturesque streets of Plaka.

Discover Ancient Greece with a combo that offers you access to the most renowned archaeological sites of Athens and the largest collection of Greek antiquities at the Athens National Archaeological Museum. This combo offers you impressive savings and promises an enriching cultural journey through Greek history. Acropolis and 6 archaeological sites multipass tickets Explore the richness of Greek history with entry to 7 archaeological sites, including the UNESCO-listed Acropolis and impressive Parthenon. Parthenon is a rocky temple that was dedicated to Athena and its structure with sturdy Greecian pillars and distributed rocks makes it look every bit Greek. Admire the Stoa of Attalos, considered the largest shopping center in the ancient world, and the famous Temple of Zeus. Explore Greece's oldest part of the city, Plaka bordered by the grand ancient Agora with an audio guide. Your visit to the Acropolis Hill is timed, allowing you to plan your day better. Upgrade your ticket to get access to a digital multilingual audio guide for a seamless tour. Athens National Archaeological Museum Dive deeper into Greek history with a visit to the Athens National Archaeological Museum. Marvel at an elaborate collection of Greek antiquities dating back to the Neolithic era. Enhance your understanding of these artifacts with an optional audio guide. The iconic golden Mask of Agamemnon and the magnificent statues of Zeus and Poseidon are surely highlights, offering an unparalleled glimpse into the past. Then there is a Bronze Head of a Boxer, found in Olympia depicting the boxer with a swollen right eye. It's all in the details! The museum also houses the world's largest collection of Greek coins.

From the Acropolis to the Ancient Agora, see Athens’ most legendary sites with a guided tour or explore at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide. Getting started Your visit begins at the Acropolis, where you’ll either meet your guide at the designated entry point or start your self-guided tour with an audio guide. If you’ve chosen a guided tour, your expert will introduce the site's history before leading you through this ancient citadel. What to expect The Acropolis Walk through the Propylaea, the grand gateway to the Acropolis, and soak in sweeping views of Athens. Explore the Parthenon, the crown jewel of classical Greece, as you learn about its construction, famous sculptures, and how it evolved over time. Visit the Erechtheion, known for its elegant Caryatid columns, and the Temple of Athena Nike, dedicated to the goddess of victory. Your guide (or audio tour) will share the myths behind these temples, including Athena and Poseidon's legendary rivalry for Athens. Head down to the Theater of Dionysus, the birthplace of Greek drama, where ancient playwrights once staged their works. Stop by the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, a Roman amphitheater still hosting performances today. Acropolis Museum (optional) Upgrade your ticket to explore artifacts from the Acropolis, including the original Caryatids, the Parthenon Marbles, and the Frieze of the Parthenon. Visit the museum’s underground excavation, where an ancient Athenian neighborhood is preserved beneath glass floors. Old Town (Plaka) (optional) Opt for an Athens Old Town audio guide to explore Plaka’s historic streets, Byzantine churches, and local tavernas while learning about the city’s evolution.