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Reserve your tickets for the Acropolis Museum in Athens and discover the Caryatids, the Parthenon Gallery, and the archaeological finds of ancient Greece with a multilingual audioguide included.

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Discover the Acropolis Museum

A must-visit to understand ancient Athens

Original Caryatids displayed in the Acropolis Museum in Athens.

If you are looking for tickets for the Acropolis Museum, you are in front of one of the most important archaeological museums in Greece and a must-visit during any trip to Athens.

During the tour, you can admire the famous Caryatids, the sculptures of the Parthenon, pieces from the temples of the Acropolis, and the remains of an ancient Athenian neighborhood preserved under the building. Its modern Parthenon Gallery also offers privileged views towards the Acropolis hill.

Buying your tickets online for the Acropolis Museum will allow you to organize the visit in advance and explore its collections at your own pace with a multilingual audioguide included. To complete your experience in Athens, you can also book tickets for the Acropolis of Athens and visit the incredible Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaea, and much more.

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General Information

  • Visit duration: 2-3 hours
  • Location: Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athens
  • Type of visit: Self-guided
  • Multilingual audioguide included
  • Archaeological museum dedicated to the Acropolis of Athens

What the ticket includes

  • Entry to the Acropolis Museum
  • Access to the permanent and temporary exhibitions open to the public
  • Visit to the Parthenon Gallery and the Caryatids
  • Access to the archaeological excavation located under the museum
  • Multilingual audioguide to explore the collections at your own pace

Schedules and access

From November 1 to March 31:

  • Monday to Sunday, from 9:00 to 17:00. Last access at 16:30.

From April 1 to October 31:

  • Monday, from 9:00 to 17:00. Last access at 16:30.
  • Tuesday to Sunday, from 9:00 to 20:00. Last access at 19:30.

The evacuation of the rooms begins 30 minutes before closing. Schedules may vary during holidays and special dates.

Closures and special schedules

Closing days:

  • January 1, Orthodox Easter Sunday, May 1, and December 25 and 26.

Special schedules:

  • December 24 and 31: from 9:00 to 15:00.
  • Orthodox Good Friday: from 12:00 to 18:00.
  • Orthodox Holy Saturday: from 9:00 to 15:00.

Schedules may be modified for special celebrations or museum indications.

Facade of the Acropolis Museum in Athens with its contemporary architecture and main entrance.

Tickets for the Acropolis Museum

Buy your tickets for the Acropolis Museum with a multilingual audioguide included

Reserve your tickets for the Acropolis Museum in Athens and discover one of the most important archaeological collections in Greece. Buying your tickets online allows you to organize the visit in advance and explore the museum at your own pace with the multilingual audioguide included.

The entry allows access to the main rooms of the museum, where you can admire the original Caryatids, the sculptures of the Parthenon, pieces from the temples of the Acropolis, and the archaeological excavation preserved under the building. The Parthenon Gallery also offers a privileged view of the hill and helps to better understand the history of ancient Athens.

Booking online is a convenient way to ensure the visit and avoid availability issues.

To complete your experience in Athens, you can also reserve your tickets for the Acropolis and visit the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaea, and the Temple of Athena Nike.

How to Get There

  • The most convenient way to reach the Acropolis Museum is by metro:

    • Metro line 2 → Akropoli station, located a few minutes from the entrance.
    • Bus → Makrigianni stop, connected to different areas of Athens.
    • Trolleybus lines 1, 5, and 15 → Makrigianni stop.
    • Tram → Leoforos Vouliagmenis stop.

  • The museum is located next to the pedestrian street Dionysiou Areopagitou and can be easily reached on foot from the Acropolis, Plaka, Monastiraki, or Syntagma Square.

    • Address: Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, 11742 Athens.
    • Parking in the historic center is limited.
    • It is recommended to use public transport or a taxi.
    • Taxis can drop visitors near the main entrance of the museum.

History of the Acropolis Museum

From the findings of ancient Athens to one of the great archaeological museums of Europe

19th Century

The first findings of the Acropolis

Excavations carried out on the Acropolis hill brought to light sculptures, reliefs, and numerous archaeological objects from its ancient temples, necessitating the creation of the first Acropolis Museum to protect, conserve, and display these valuable pieces to the public.

20th Century

The need for a new museum

Continuous excavations, the growing number of archaeological findings, and the increase in visitors made it necessary to construct a larger and more modern museum, designed to adequately preserve the pieces and show their close relationship with the monuments of the Acropolis.

Early 21st Century

A museum facing the Acropolis

The new building was designed by architects Bernard Tschumi and Michael Photiadis, who conceived a contemporary space whose large glass surfaces maintain a permanent visual connection with the Acropolis and the Parthenon, integrating the museum with the historical landscape surrounding it.

During its construction

Built over ancient Athens

During the construction works, the remains of an ancient Athenian neighborhood were discovered under the building, so the project was adapted to preserve and integrate them into the museum through glass floors and an archaeological excavation that can be visited today.

2009 – Present

Inauguration of the Acropolis Museum

The current Acropolis Museum opened its doors in 2009 and since then has housed the famous Caryatids, the sculptures of the Parthenon, and numerous findings from the Acropolis hill, consolidating itself as one of the most important and visited museums in Greece.

Access Rules to the Acropolis Museum

  • Access to the Acropolis Museum requires a valid ticket. General access tickets allow a single visit during their validity period, always within the official opening hours. The ticket includes access to permanent and temporary exhibitions, as well as the archaeological excavation located under the building. Before entering, all visitors must validate their ticket.

    • It is recommended not to carry suitcases, large backpacks, or bulky items.
    • Large bags and backpacks must be left in the cloakroom on the ground floor.
    • All personal items go through a security check with an X-ray scanner.
    • The museum is not responsible for fragile or valuable items deposited in the cloakroom.

  • Photography and videos for personal use are allowed in most rooms, except in the Archaic Gallery of the Acropolis.

    Flash, tripods, additional lighting, or professional equipment are not allowed without prior authorization.

    • Touching the displayed pieces is not allowed.
    • Eating or drinking is not allowed inside the galleries.
    • Mobile phones must be kept silent.
    • Animals are not allowed, except guide dogs.
    • It is mandatory to respect the staff's instructions and the designated areas.

  • The Acropolis Museum is accessible for people with reduced mobility and families with strollers.

    It has ramps, elevators, and adapted restrooms. Guide dogs are also allowed, and a short guide in braille is available in Greek and English.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • The tickets include access to the permanent exhibitions of the Acropolis Museum, the Parthenon Gallery, the famous Caryatids, and the archaeological excavation located under the building. They also include a multilingual audioguide to explore the museum at your own pace.

  • No. The ticket to the Acropolis Museum does not include access to the archaeological site of the Acropolis, where monuments like the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaea, or the Temple of Athena Nike are located. If you wish to visit both places, you must purchase a separate ticket for the Acropolis.

  • The visit usually lasts between 2 and 3 hours, although the time may vary depending on each visitor's interest and the route they take through the different galleries and the archaeological excavation.

  • Yes. You can reserve your tickets online quickly and securely. Buying in advance will allow you to ensure availability for the desired date and access the museum without worries.

  • Yes. All our tickets include an interactive multilingual audioguide with information about the main works of the museum, such as the Caryatids, the Parthenon Gallery, and other notable archaeological pieces.

  • Yes. The museum is fully accessible and has ramps, elevators, and adapted restrooms for people with reduced mobility. It is also prepared for visitors with baby strollers and allows the access of guide dogs.

  • The tickets allow flexible access to the museum during their validity period, always within the official opening hours. Each ticket is valid for a single access.

  • From November 1 to March 31, the museum opens every day from 9:00 to 17:00. From April 1 to October 31, it opens on Mondays from 9:00 to 17:00 and from Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 to 20:00. The last entry is allowed 30 minutes before closing.

  • Yes. The museum is located a few minutes' walk from the Acropolis, so both visits can be made on the same day. As the tickets are independent, it is advisable to reserve both in advance. Many visitors prefer to explore the Acropolis first and then visit the museum to better understand the historical context of the sculptures and archaeological findings.

  • The Acropolis is the archaeological site located on the hill, where emblematic monuments such as the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and the Propylaea are preserved. The Acropolis Museum, on the other hand, is a modern building dedicated to preserving and displaying the sculptures, reliefs, and archaeological objects discovered on the hill, offering a more complete view of the history and heritage of ancient Athens.