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Private Mythology Tour of the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum
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Private Mythology Tour of the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum

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Duration: 4h
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  • Services of an exceptional licensed guide
  • A mythological tour to the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum
  • All taxes and VAT
  • Goodbye gift as a memento of your experience
What's not included
  • Entrance fees to the archaeological sites (we can pre-purchase skip the line tickets for you)
  • Private transportation
  • Entry/Admission - Acropolis
  • Entry/Admission - Acropolis Museum


Start:
  • Acropoli, Athens 117 42, Greece
    Acropolis Metro Station Main Exit (Makrigianni & Dionisiou Areopagitou St.)
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 26368P36

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 26368P36

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    • Athens 117 42, Greece
      Acropolis Metro Station Main Exit (Makrigianni & Dionisiou Areopagitou St.)
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    • Greeking.me
      1,154
      Athens, Attica, Greece
      Joined in January 2016
    • kathleenmX8863MQ
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A perfect introduction to Greek food and wine.
      Eugenia was the perfect guide. A passion for both Greek history and culinary delights. The meal was incredible. The olive oil tasting was a unique experience as was the wine tasting. All hosts were very hospitable and engaging. I thoroughly recommend this tour as a perfect introduction to Greece.
      Written 6 December 2024
    • molliew379
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent tour!
      Greeking.me was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. Their communication was excellent and everything was well organized. Our tour guide was wonderful, knowledgeable, and he interacted well with the children in our group. Both the children and adults in our large group loved the tour. We highly recommend it!
      Written 13 November 2024
    • 736diannam
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Experience
      The team at greeking.me helped to customize a shore excursion for our group of 11 family members ranging from 24 to 82. We were picked up at the port and taken to the Acropolis. My parents did not feel comfortable with the terrain, so the helpful staff at greeking.me had already suggested that they go to the Acropolis Museum. The rest of us had a wonderful Acropolis tour with Anna, who was excellent. We then had an hour to stroll along the city streets and shop before meeting Eugenia for our food tour. She did a terrific job teaching us about Greek food and culture. We enjoyed the tastings and the lunch. We definitely did not leave hungry. At the end of the tour, we were driven back to the cruise port. It was so nice we having to worry about transportation.
      Written 3 November 2024
    • aaccli
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Our guide sorely lacking
      We love food tours in new cities to learn from a local about the history of the area and to learn where to go and where not to go for meals, shopping, sightseeing, etc. We like them because it marries food with history and we find that is a great way to get to know a city. This tour was worthy of the 3 stars only because our guide was probably one of the worst we have had- and we have done food/wine tours in London, Rome, Amsterdam, Paris, New York, Florence, Venice, Avignon, and Barcelona. She was very cordial and kind. However when it came to sharing history about various sights that we passed, she was sorely lacking. For instance, we passed by one small church that a modern building had incorporated into itself and we were all wondering what it was- she kept on walking. Or she would tell about something to the folks that were near her at the front of the pack but if you were in the back, you missed out. Good tour; good food; we went back to HoeCut for lunch one day; we bought some wonderful olive oil at one of the stops. The meal at the end was good as well, although we had to choose from a scaled down menu. Guide- not so good; therefore, we missed out on a large part of the tour.
      Written 2 November 2024
    • vickiemB2092GS
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Don’t miss this tour
      Our tour was fantastic! Maria was extraordinary guide. She shared stories and history of Greek food and traditions. Took us to spectacular wine bar, olive oil store, restaurants and had us taste some of the best food, I am not a very fast walker and I was able to keep up with the tour. Highly recommend any tour with Greek me.
      Written 29 October 2024
    • 995ritchiec
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Private Acropolis Tour for Families by Greeking.me
      We had a truly memorable tour of the Acropolis with our two girls, age 5 & 12, the older of whom is a mythology aficionado. Jason is a fabulous guide with a wealth of knowledge of the history, mythology and archaeology of the Acropolis and the ability to share it with visitors of any age. His passion for his subject, depth of knowledge and willingness to tell the girls stories or enter into geopolitical discussion with the adults made this a unique and unforgettable experience. We will never forget seeing the Parthenon and looking out over the birthplace of democracy. Extremely highly recommended.
      Written 26 October 2024
    • VisitAll7
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Introduction to Athens (city center)
      Penelope was a wonderful guide taking us to four locations to sample Greek wine, spirits, and food. We had fun sampling the appetizers while learning a bit about each wine, then a hearty main course, followed by more small plates of local flavors. Our tour ended with gelato and/or baklava. All of the restaurants were very good; we found ourselves returning to one of them a second time during our stay in Athens. Penelope was very accommodating throughout the tour and very helpful in securing transportation back to our hotel.
      Written 23 October 2024
    • 592JaniceM
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Athens food tour with Niki!
      Niki, our tour guide; was amazing, knowledgeable about food and the city of Athens. Our tour included a wide variety of local food and beverage. We had a fun time..
      Written 22 October 2024
    • 883leeannl
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fabulous Food Tour
      Our guide, Ismene, was fabulous. We had a 4 hour Athens foodie tour which took us to 7 different stops around Athens. We learned much about the food, culture, as well as important sights/landmarks along the route. Definitely recommend this company and experience.
      Written 18 October 2024
    • Gerald S
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Athens private foodie tour
      Niki was our guide and she was fantastic. She knew everything about the food and answered all of our questions. The tasting were numerous and plentiful. We learned so much about Greek food that we didn’t know and will change the way we cook at home.
      Written 15 October 2024
    • V1415
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highly recommend this tour
      Our guide Manos was fantastic, very knowledgeable and passionate about his city, Athens. Loved all the food we had and there was plenty of it. We really enjoyed our tour - it was a highlight of our time in Athens.
      Written 15 October 2024
    • Jerry G
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highly recommend!
      Great introduction to Athens! Melbi was an outstanding tour guide!! All of the tastings were excellent! Highly recommend!
      Written 13 October 2024
    • ianmQ7504IT
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Seven villages
      An excellent day’s excursion, the pickup was on time and the minibus was comfortable and clean. Our guide was excellent, easily understood and imparted his information with enthusiasm. The scenery and locations visited were beautiful, the food and drinks were excellent.
      Written 11 October 2024
    • 709stuartv
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Perfect evening
      Our guide, Rita, led us on a fun and educational tour of Greek food and drink that was an absolutely perfect way to spend an evening in Athens. The pacing of the tour was perfect, our guide provided personal attention and made each participant feel comfortable, and there was more than enough to eat and drink. The flavors were amazing! I’m glad we booked this tour and highly recommend it.
      Written 10 October 2024
    • Mary D
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fabulous tour with Niki
      Niki was a charming and vivacious host . The tour allowed us to experience a huge number of different foods and wines . From breakfast pies , wonderful doughnuts, cheeses, cold cuts , red and white wines, raki, cooked foods like meat balls in sauce, artichokes, ochre and breads . Desserts included a delicious orange cake , baklava and Greek coffee. Fabulous experience. We would highly recommend this tour with Niki
      Written 6 October 2024
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    Watermeyer
    Fort Wayne, IN33 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We very much enjoyed our tour with Christos! We weren't very up on our mythology, but he patiently taught us everything we needed to know to understand and appreciate the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. He did a great job of finding the little shade there is for us to stand in while he explained what we were seeing and it's historical context. We were very impressed with the Acropolis museum. It is a really well conceived facility that we enjoyed a lot especially with Christos' explanations. Highly recommend this tour!
    Written 29 June 2022
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    Hello Courtney, we are elated you found our guide patient and accommodating, and that you got to know the basics of the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. Thank you for taking the time to leave such positive feedback and for recommending our tour!
    Written 1 July 2022
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    Joel R
    Madison, WI9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2023
    We absolutely loved this tour. Vera was exceptional. She made a huge effort to engage with the kids, both in terms of learning their personalities, and then clearly adapting the content of the tour based on how they were engaging.

    Everything Vera did was with a happy, enthusiastic and energetic way that make the experience so great for us all. She was also incredibly knowledgeable on everything from the details of the sites and the museum, to Greek politics, history and culture.
    Written 8 July 2023
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    Hello Joel, thank you so much for your kind words and raving review. We are delighted you enjoyed our tour so much and found our guide to be exceptional; it really means a lot. Again, thank you for taking the time to write this wonderful review. We hope to see you again soon!
    Written 10 July 2023
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    Kathryne L
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2024 • Family
    I took the Acropolis tour with my 80-year-old mom on a hot July morning. Our tour guide Lydia was incredible. She was knowledgeable, kind, and thoughtful. My mother had trouble with the heat a number of times, and Lydia was amazing both in accommodating that (finding shade, helping arrange a taxi instead of a short walk back to the museum, informing my mom and me about how many steps, etc. were to come). Her ability to think on her feet and still provide us a complete tour - we didn’t miss a thing - left me speechless. Additionally, my mom and I were so impressed by her deep well of knowledge of art, history, and architecture, and her passion for sharing it. Hands down one of the best tours I have experienced, and I’ve been on a few! 😂 Highly highly recommend!
    Written 17 August 2024
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    Thank you, Kathryn, for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re delighted that our guide made your Acropolis tour so memorable, especially in accommodating your mom during the hot day. It’s great to hear that her knowledge and passion for history and art truly shone through and that you both felt well taken care of. We’re honored by your high recommendation and hope to welcome you on another tour in the future!
    Written 19 August 2024
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    Michelle S
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had an incredible private mythology guided tour of the Acropolis and its museum in Athens with guide Anna. She showed an immense amount of knowledge and passion for the history and mythology of Ancient Athens. You brought the Acropolis to life with your captivating stories and in-depth knowledge of its history, architecture, and culture. Her enthusiasm was contagious, and she kept my 9-year-old son engaged throughout the entire tour. Anna's ability to explain complex historical details in an interesting and accessible way made the experience both educational and enjoyable. Thank you, Anna, for an unforgettable tour!
    Written 15 July 2024
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    Thank you for your incredible review, Michelle! We're delighted you had an amazing time on your Acropolis tour with us. It's wonderful to know that our guide's knowledge and passion brought the history and mythology of Ancient Athens to life for you and your son. We're so glad she made the experience both educational and enjoyable. Thank you for sharing your memorable experience with us, and we hope to see you again soon!
    Written 22 July 2024
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    Dan Clearfield
    Harrisburg, PA2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2024 • Friends
    Tour could not have been better. Very informative - made the ancient site come alive. Our tour of the new museum focused on the most important parts and was much more meaningful after the tour of the site. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, warm and efficient.
    Written 9 October 2024
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    We’re so happy your tour couldn’t have been better! It’s great to know that our guide helped bring the ancient site to life and made the museum experience even more meaningful. Your feedback about the informative and efficient nature of the tour means a lot to us. Thank you for sharing, and we hope to see you again on another journey!
    Written 11 October 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Commute
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2022
    Our guide was not only very professional and knowledgeable but also adapted very well to the needs of our family, seniors, children, language barriers, etc. The tour company also helped us find our way to the meeting point and was very communicative. Definitely recommend this.
    Written 18 July 2022
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    Hello Commute, we are over the moon with your review. It is the best reward to see our clients appreciating our team both inside and outside the office. Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience online, and we hope to see you again soon!
    Written 19 July 2022
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    mfp21
    Oak Park, CA84 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What an experience. Our guide Konstantina is a working Archeologist. Unbelievably informed, intelligent and patient. What an experience. The sites were breathtaking and she knew all the history and mythology. Thanks to her I can speak with minor authority about the Acropolis, the waves of culture and the foundation myths of Athens and Greece.
    Written 2 March 2024
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    Hello Michael, thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled you had such a fantastic experience with our guide. We're also delighted that you found the experience both informative and captivating, and it's great to hear that you now feel confident discussing the rich history and mythology of Athens and Greece. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Konstantina, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable tour in the future!
    Written 4 March 2024
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    suzwed2
    Dallas, TX154 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2019 • Friends
    Our guide Ava was awesome! She met us at our hotel and too us to all of the large sites on the Acropolis, as well as the Museum and the Temple of Zeus. She was extremely knowledgeable, spoke great English and was as sweet as she could be. It was awesome, especially in the heat not to have to wait in any of the lines and to be able to see everything on our own timetable and at our own pace. We learned a lot and had a great time!
    Written 30 June 2019
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    Thank you for your kind comments on your experience with us! Making sure that our travelers don't waste any time waiting for the Acropolis tickets is something very important and we are glad that you found this and the whole tour awesome! We wish you all the best!
    Written 18 July 2019
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    Debbie H
    Cincinnati, OH, USA44 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2022
    Our guide (Joanna) was amazing! She was so interesting, enthusiastic, and gracious. She knew more about Greek mythology and archeology than we could ever ask about and patiently answered all our questions. What a great day! (Note: the walk up to the Acropolis is very taxing in the heat.)
    Written 11 August 2022
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    Hello Debbie, we are so glad to see you had such a lovely time on your tour of Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. Thank you for appreciating our guide and for taking the time to share your positive feedback online!
    Written 19 August 2022
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    CPS29SMS
    Nee York11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Eva was a super guide who gave us a comprehensive overview of the Acropolis and museum from a variety of angles— historical, political, art and architectural, etc— and made the experience so interesting. She paced herself to accommodate us and was vastly knowledgeable and passionate about this subject. I highly recommend this tour and Eva as a guide.
    Written 27 July 2022
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    Hello CPS29SMS, It is wonderful to see our guides getting such lovely compliments. We are thrilled you enjoyed your Acropolis and Museum tour and gained insight into local culture with the help of Eva. Thank yous much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. We hope to see you again soon!
    Written 29 July 2022
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