Is the Acropolis Museum included in the Acropolis ticket?


Is the Acropolis Museum included in the Acropolis ticket? Can I book a combined ticket for my visit to the Acropolis Museum and the Acropolis site? The Museum's ticket is independent from the ticket to the Acropolis and other associated archaeological sites. You can acquire general admission tickets either from the Museum's Ticket Desk or via the e-ticketing service.


Can I bring water to the Acropolis?

Although there are water fountains in the Acropolis, we highly recommend that you always carry with you a water bottle as it can get very hot during the summer months. Note that you can only take water inside the Acropolis, other types of drinks are not permitted.


Is the Acropolis Museum separate from the Acropolis?

The Acropolis Museum is something different from the Acropolis. The Acropolis, in fact, is an ancient citadel that sits on a rocky outcrop overlooking Athens. There you can visit the remains of numerous ancient buildings of historical significance. The most well-known building is the Parthenon.


How long is the wait at the Acropolis?

Acropolis Main Entrance Because of its popularity and visibility, visitors should expect to wait anywhere from 20-30 minutes at the main gate, depending on when they visit.


Do Acropolis Museum tickets sell out?

Yes, you can purchase tickets right before you enter the site, however, we recommend you book your Acropolis skip-the-line tickets well in advance. If you wait until the day of your visit, the tickets may be sold out.


Do I need skip the line tickets for the Acropolis Museum?

Avoid long lines: Buying skip-the-line tickets guarantees priority access to the Acropolis, which means you can skim past huge crowds and enter straight into the attraction. Reduce waiting time: Your waiting time gets reduced from a few hours to a few minutes because you get priority entry.


Which entrance is better for Acropolis?

A. If you're visiting Athens Acropolis during peak hours, you should choose the side entrance located on the southern side of the hill.


What days is the Acropolis free?

Entrance is free to all visitors on the following days:
  • 6 March (Memory of Melina Mercouri)
  • 18 April (International Monument Day)
  • 18 May (International Museum Day)
  • The last weekend of September (European Days of Cultural Heritage)
  • October 28th.
  • Every first Sunday of the month, from November 1st to March 31st annually.


How long does it take to walk up to the Parthenon?

If you have no mobility problems, then the assent may take you around 15 minutes but you will want to stop a couple of times to take photos. Once at the top it isn't as crowded as the middle stone step area, which gets very congested and can slow you down. Take water with you as on a hot day you will need it. Enjoy.


Can you drink tap water in Athens?

The answer is yes. Tap water in Athens is absolutely safe to drink. This is why we do not have to buy water bottles since all buildings have direct access to drinkable water from the nearby lakes Marathon and Yliki.