Acropolis of Athens

"Start your day by visiting the iconic Acropolis. The Acropolis holds immense historical and cultural significance as the center of ancient Athens. It was a sacred site dedicated to the city's patron goddess, Athena, and served as the religious and administrative heart of the city-state. Alongside the Parthenon, there are other notable structures on the Acropolis. The Erechtheion, with its famous Caryatid Porch featuring six female statues, was dedicated to both Athena and Poseidon. The Temple of Athena Nike, known for its elegant Ionic columns, was dedicated to the goddess of victory. Enjoy the panoramic views of Athens from the top. Extra: The Herodes Atticus, also known as the Herodeon, is an ancient open-air theater located at the foot of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Today, the Herodes Atticus is renowned for hosting various cultural events and performances, including ancient Greek dramas, concerts, ballets, and modern theatrical productions. It serves as a unique and atmospheric venue for artistic and cultural experiences. If you visit the city during the summer you can check out the Athens Festival which is the city’s annual arts festival and a highlight of the Greek summer calendar. Address: Acropolis, Athens 105 58, Greece Opening hours: April to October: Daily 8:00-20:00 November to March: Daily 8:00-17:00 The last entry is 30 minutes before closing. Closed: The Athens Acropolis remains closed on 1 January, 25 March, and 1 May, Greek Easter Sunday, 25 and 26 December. Ticket price: It varies. Please check the official website below. Getting there: Line 2(red): Metro Station Acropoli (Makrigianni Exit) A 2-minute walk from the southeast entrance There are two main entrances to the Acropolis: 1. The main entrance: This is located at the western end of the Acropolis. This is where the ticket office is located. This entrance tends to be busy; you may have to wait for one to two hours during the peak season to be able to enter. 2. Smaller ticket office: Located at the southeastern corner of the Acropolis, on Dionysiou Areopagitou near the Acropolis Museum. If you are hoping to avoid the long lines, use this entrance to the Acropolis. Tip: Book your tickets in advance from the official website. The website provided by thatch is not the official website. "

"*Combo admission ticket: 30 Euros* Book your ticket at the link below. Combo tickets are valid for one admission per site to: Acropolis & slopes, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Hadrian's Library, Olympieion, Kerameikos, and Aristotle's School (Lyceum). Tickets are valid for 5 consecutive dates after your first entrance. When you purchase the tickets, be sure to select the "combo" option with 7 circle graphics above "General ADM" Start your visit to the Acropolis first thing in the morning. Check the hours of the site depending on your travel dates and plan to get there at or close to opening. No trip to Athens is complete without a visit to the Acropolis! Get started early to avoid the crowds (by 10 am expect waves of tour groups to crowd the best views, and you need to account for the time it takes to actually walk up) and pack a hat and sunscreen (there's no shade!). You'll walk past several other ruins as you ascend to the top of the Acropolis and finally be greated by the Partnenon at the top. "

"The current Acropolis is the consequence of hundreds of years of building and destroying. The majority of the constructions date back to the 5th century BCE, although others, including a temple from the Roman era that was built by Augustus and a massive stairway constructed by Claudius, were added later. During the time that the Ottoman Empire was in control, little homes were also constructed in the area around the Acropolis. You will get the best experience if You decide to walk there through Athens, in fact, if You have only one day in Athens, by walking You will find other Archaeological sites on Your way to explore, considering how much time You have You can explore other sites too."