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.



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When visiting the Acropolis, only bring the essentials with you, like your wallet, documents, phone, and water bottles. Any backpack or a larger bag will have to be left at the check-in before entering the Acropolis.

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All in all, the best time to visit the Acropolis during peak season is either early in the morning (8 am or 8.30 am) or late in the evening (6 pm). Note: The above recommendations apply for the peak season in Athens (May-October).

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Walk to Athens Acropolis Except for the final ascent from the Parthenon's entrance, the trek takes 20-30 minutes and is not particularly difficult.

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Best time of the day: The best time to visit Acropolis is early in the day; the Acropolis gets busy between 11 AM and 2 PM.

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Here are some tips for visiting the Acropolis of Athens: Dress appropriately: Wear comfortable shoes and clothing that covers your shoulders and legs, as revealing clothing is not allowed.

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Are there bathrooms at the Acropolis of Athens? Yes, there are; by the main Entrance, by the side entrance -Dionysus Theater- and on top of the Acropolis by the old Museum.

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This is a big no-no and there are signs all over the Acropolis warning visitors not to touch the marble. As tempting as it may be to touch a piece of marble that might have been carved by the sculptor Phidias himself, please restrain yourself. For the good of international relations.

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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.

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Wear good shoes – avoid wearing flip-flops! The stones are pretty slippery so the best choice would be shoes with good grip. If you don't have any but still want to visit Acropolis, be careful where you walk. If you can, avoid stepping on the shiny marble stones. Instead, choose the rough-looking areas.

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The Acropolis is a hill of 156 meters/ 512 feet high and there is no lift. This means you have to walk all the way up on foot. Usually, it's not a problem, when you take your time at the several monuments you pass. The Acropolis has about 2 million visitors a year, who all walk up the hill.

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This is the entryway you'll get access to if you buy a normal Acropolis ticket online. 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.

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

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The ancient citadel known as Acropolis is undoubtedly the most famous attraction in all of Athens. One of the main draws of the complex is the Parthenon, a historic temple that was built in honor of the goddess Athena. However, visiting this world-renowned site is not possible on a rainy day.

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Yes, you can skip ahead of long lines by booking Acropolis tickets online. If you book tickets on the day of your visit, it could mean a wait time of around 2 to 3 hours. Purchasing skip-the-line tickets will allow you to save time.

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The inclined elevator leading to the Acropolis of Athens It has a capacity of 1,250 kg and can carry up to 16 people or 2 wheelchairs with companions. The special system has been designed to be able to transport, in an emergency, even an ambulance stretcher with an operator.

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As long as you are wearing clothes you'll be fine. August may be the hottest time to be on the Acropolis and most people should dress lightly, shorts, short sleeve shirts, hat and bring lots of water. Your best option to avoid the heat and crowds of tourist and tour groups is to get there at opening . . .

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