Acropolis & Parthenon Tickets with Audio Guide

What to bring

• Have your passport, ID, and student ID ready for a seamless experience.

• Stay ahead of the game and download the audio app beforehand to dodge any network glitches at the location.

• Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

What's not allowed

• Only small backpacks or handbags are permitted.

• Professional photography equipment, tripods, and drones are not allowed.

Accessibility

• The Acropolis has limited accessibility for visitors with mobility challenges. While there is an elevator near the South Slope entrance, its operation is managed entirely by the venue and may not always be available. Contact the site a day before your visit at +30 210 3214172 or +30 210 9238470 to confirm availability.

• Certain pathways are paved, but terrain remains uneven in many areas, and assistance may be required.

• Visitors with disabilities and one escort are eligible for free admission with valid documentation.

• Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are available near the Acropolis Museum and site entrances.

• Rest spots and benches are available, but shaded areas are limited.

• The Acropolis Museum is fully accessible with elevators, ramps, and tactile exhibits for visually impaired visitors.

• Some sites, like the Roman Agora and Temple of Zeus, have smoother paths, but others, like the Ancient Agora, feature rough terrain.

Additional information

• Note: The Acropolis Parthenon operates on a timed entry system, requiring visitors to book a date and time slot in advance. Arrive 30 minutes early for a hassle-free experience. You can enter up to 15 minutes before or after your chosen time slot.

• For tour options without Acropolis tickets, customers must purchase their tickets separately in advance and select a time slot that matches the tour departure time to join the tour.

• The app and audio guides require around 200-250 MB of space on your device.

• The Acropolis offers free admission on select days, including March 6, April 18, May 18, the last weekend of September, October 28, and the first Sundays from November to March.

• The Acropolis Museum also offers free admission on March 6 (Melina Mercouri Day), March 25 (National Holiday), May 18 (International Day of Museums), and October 28 (National Holiday).

Concession eligibility

• EU citizens aged up to 25 years receive free admission year-round upon presenting a valid ID or passport.

• Visitors are advised to arrive 30 minutes before their booked timed entry slot.

• Non-EU citizens aged up to 25 years receive free admission year-round upon presenting a valid ID or passport.

• Children under 6 years old, regardless of nationality, receive free admission with valid identification.

• Individuals over 65 years old from Greece or other EU member states are eligible for a reduced admission fee, from October 1st to May 31st of each year, upon presenting a valid ID or passport.

• Persons with disabilities with a 67% disability or higher and one escort are entitled to free admission, regardless of nationality, upon presenting a valid ID or passport.

• Greek unemployed citizens can avail of a concession by presenting their ID card along with a valid unemployment card or proof of recent renewal.

• Greek families with multiple children can receive concessions if they present an ID card and a valid certificate of large family status issued by the Greek Supreme Confederation of Large Family Parents. If their children have disabilities, they must also present a Disability Certificate issued by the Disability Certification Center.

Ticket information

• We offer two ticket options: an Adult Ticket for visitors aged 18–99 and a Child Ticket for visitors under 18 years of age.

• Admission to the Acropolis is free for children under 18. The Child Ticket includes self-guided audio tour, priced at €6 per child, and should be selected during the booking process if the audio tour is required. A valid ID or passport confirming the visitor's age and identity must be presented at the entrance.

• Please note: Free admission tickets for EU citizens aged 18–24 are not available. Eligible visitors may obtain a free admission ticket directly at the archaeological site by presenting a valid ID, subject to availability for the preferred entry time.

• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.