What day is free access to the Acropolis?

Free entry to the Acropolis for all These days are: 6 March (Melina Mercouri Remembrance Day), 18 April (International Monuments Day), 18 May (International Museums Day), the last weekend of September (European Heritage Days), 28 October (Oxi Day), the first Sunday of each month from November 1st to March 31st.



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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.


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To avoid the crowds, consider adjusting your visit times. The ideal moments to explore the Acropolis with fewer people are early mornings or later afternoons. Plan to arrive shortly after the site opens at 8 am, or visit in the late afternoon, taking advantage of the extended summer closing time of 8 pm.

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Acropolis Main Entrance 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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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.

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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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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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Acropolis is the area the Parthenon sits on. The Acropolis is the high hill in Athens that the Parthenon, an old temple, sits on. I originally thought they were different ancient structures, but I was incorrect. Acropolis is the hill and the Parthenon is the ancient structure.

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Even with just one day in Athens, you'll be pleased to know you can visit the Acropolis and many of the main historic sites in this time. The city is of course one of the oldest in the world, and no visit is complete without visiting some of the ancient sites.

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Acropolis Museum Hours
  • Monday: 8 am – 4 pm / Last entry: 4:30 pm.
  • Friday: 8 am – 10 pm / Last entry: 9:30 pm.
  • Tuesday – Thursday & Sunday: 8 am – 8 pm / Last entry: 7:30 pm.


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You can get to the main entrance by walking about 12 minutes from the Monastiraki metro station or if you prefer to catch a bus, Number 230 stops at the foot of Acropolis hill. From here it takes about 6 minutes to reach the entrance.

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10. Schedule enough time for your visit. Average speaking you need around 1.5 - 2 hours to ascend the hill and see the monuments of the Acropolis. Of course, you can spend as long as you want and taking as many pictures as you wish, then add some extra strolling and picture time to it.

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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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Choose between a combo ticket, skip-the-line entry, or a guided tour. While you can purchase your tickets on-site, if you don't wish to waste your time standing in long queues, it is best to purchase your tickets online.

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You can visit the Museum before or after the Acropolis (do note you'll need a separate ticket). It comes down to personal preference, however, if you only have one day, I'd recommend visiting the Acropolis first to avoid the crowds. Only after, move on to the Museum.

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Athens Acropolis Opening Hours General Timings: Athens Acropolis is open daily from 8 AM to 8 PM, with the last entry being at 7:30 PM during the summer months (April to October). During the winter months (November to March), the sites close by 5 PM, with the last entry at 4:30 PM.

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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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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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