Is the Acropolis Museum included in the Acropolis ticket?

No. The Acropolis Museum has separate admission (EUR10 full, EUR5 reduced). Many GetYourGuide combo tickets include both — check the tour listing for what is included.

Are Acropolis ticket prices the same online and at the gate?

Yes, the entry price (EUR20) is the same online and at the gate. However, buying online via GetYourGuide gives you skip-the-line access and often includes a guided tour, making it better value.

Can I get a free Acropolis ticket?

Yes. The Acropolis is free on the first Sunday of every month from November to March, and on several Greek national holidays. Arrive early on free days — crowds form by 9am.

Is the Acropolis Museum included in the Acropolis ticket?

No. The Acropolis Museum has separate admission (EUR10 full, EUR5 reduced). Many GetYourGuide combo tickets include both — check the tour listing for what is included.

Are Acropolis ticket prices the same online and at the gate?

Yes, the entry price (EUR20) is the same online and at the gate. However, buying online via GetYourGuide gives you skip-the-line access and often includes a guided tour, making it better value.

Can I get a free Acropolis ticket?

Yes. The Acropolis is free on the first Sunday of every month from November to March, and on several Greek national holidays. Arrive early on free days — crowds form by 9am.

Acropolis Ticket Price in 2026: Full Breakdown

How much does an Acropolis ticket cost in 2026?

Quick Answer

The standard Acropolis entry ticket costs EUR20 per adult in 2026. The combined ticket covering 7 archaeological sites costs EUR30 and is valid for 5 days. Children under 18 enter free.

Full breakdown of all ticket types, who gets discounts, and how to avoid paying extra.

Standard Entry Ticket (EUR20)

The basic entry ticket (EUR20) gives access to the Acropolis hill and all monuments on it: the Parthenon, Erechtheion, Propylaea, and Temple of Athena Nike. Valid for one day. Purchase at the gate or online at odysseus.culture.gr.

Combined Ticket (EUR30 — Best Value)

The EUR30 combined ticket covers 7 sites: Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Hadrian's Library, Kerameikos, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Archaeological Site of Lykeion. Valid for 5 days from first use — perfect if you are spending several days in Athens.

Guided Tour Prices (EUR25-EUR120)

Guided Acropolis tours on GetYourGuide range from EUR25 (basic skip-the-line entry + audio guide) to EUR120 (private 2-hour tour with a certified archaeologist). Group guided tours average EUR35-EUR55 and include skip-the-line access and expert commentary.

Discounts and Free Entry

Half-price (EUR10): EU citizens 18-25 years with ID, non-EU students with ISIC card. Free: under 18s worldwide, EU citizens 65+ (with ID), journalists (accredited), disabled visitors with one companion. Free for everyone: first Sunday of each month November-March; March 25 (Greek Independence Day); April 18 (International Monuments Day); May 18 (International Museums Day); October 28 (Oxi Day); last weekend of September (European Heritage Days).

Acropolis Museum (Separate Ticket)

Note: the Acropolis Museum is NOT included in any Acropolis ticket. Separate admission: EUR10 (full), EUR5 (reduced). Worth every cent — the museum houses the original Caryatids and the full Parthenon frieze.

Skip the queue at the Acropolis

Book skip-the-line tickets or guided tours — instant confirmation, free cancellation.

Check availability & prices →