Booking Wolf
Acropolis Walking Tour with Optional E-bike Tour in Athens
cycling

Acropolis Walking Tour with Optional E-bike Tour in Athens

by Athens by Bike

5 hours
Athens
€62.10€69 on ViatorSave 10%/person
From
€62.10€69 on ViatorSave 10%per person

Choose from 2 available options

5 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
€124.20€138Save 10%
2 adults × €62.10
All taxes and fees included

How do you want to book?

Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.

Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€138
5 hours
€124.20€138Save 10%
2 adults × €62.10
All taxes and fees included

Overview

This 4.5-hour tour includes a walking visit to the Acropolis and Parthenon led by a licensed English-speaking guide, with an optional e-bike ride through Athens' historic center. Participants who select the e-bike option first meet the guide for bike fittings before cycling to several landmarks including the Arch of Hadrian, Zappeion Conference & Exhibition Center, Presidential Mansion, Panathenaic Stadium, and the Acropolis Museum. The ride also passes by neighborhoods such as Thissio, Makriyanni, and Plaka, with stops for photographs and short breaks. After returning the bikes, the group walks up the Acropolis hill. The guide leads a detailed 90-minute visit inside the archaeological site, covering the Parthenon, Herod Atticus Odeon, Erectheion, and other monuments while explaining Athens' Golden Age. The tour concludes back at the starting point. The e-bike includes a helmet and the option to add Acropolis entrance tickets, which are required for site access. The route and stops may change due to traffic or weather conditions.

Highlights

Walking tour of Acropolis and Parthenon with licensed guide
Optional electric bike ride through Athens historic center
Stops at Arch of Hadrian, Zappeion, Presidential Mansion
Visit Panathenaic Stadium and Acropolis Museum
Helmet and e-bike included if option selected
Acropolis entrance tickets included if option chosen

What's included

Electric bike and helmet if the E-bike tour option is chosen
Acropolis entrance tickets if the booking includes tickets
VAT and all taxes
Visit to Acropolis and Parthenon with licensed English-speaking guide
List of Athens city suggestions

What's not included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Entrance fees if tickets are not included

Itinerary

1

Bike Fitting and Check-in

For those selecting both the e-bike and Acropolis tours, the group meets the tour leader who handles all bike adjustments and fittings before the ride begins.

5 min

2

Arch of Hadrian

A brief stop at Athens' most photographed monument for a group photo.

5 min

3

Drive-by of Ancient Temple Ruins

The route passes by the remains of the largest ancient temple in Athens without stopping.

4

Zappeion Conference & Exhibition Center

A 5-minute pause to view one of Athens’ notable neoclassical buildings.

5 min

5

Presidential Mansion

A 10-minute break to observe the presidential guards stationed at the former royal residence.

5 min

6

Panathenaic Stadium

A 10-minute stop to see the stadium that hosted the first modern Olympic Games.

5 min

7

Acropolis Museum

The tour passes by the museum dedicated to artifacts from the Acropolis site.

8

Acropolis

After leaving the bikes, the group enters the Acropolis for a 45-minute guided visit.

45 min

9

Parthenon

A 45-minute detailed visit to the ancient temple dedicated to Athena.

45 min

10

Herod Atticus Odeon

A 5-minute stop at the Roman theater located on the Acropolis.

5 min

11

Erectheion

A brief 5-minute walk-by of the temple area.

5 min

12

Unspecified Stop

A brief 5-minute pause at an unnamed point on the route.

5 min

13

Thissio / Makriyanni

A 5-minute stop to observe these local Athenian neighborhoods.

5 min

14

Temple of Aries

A 5-minute stop for photos of the temple from a distance.

5 min

15

Roman Agora

A 5-minute pause outside the gate of the Roman forum for photographs.

5 min

16

Tower of the Winds

The route passes the ancient clocktower without stopping.

17

Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens

A 10-minute break to visit one of Athens' largest Orthodox churches.

5 min

18

Ancient Agora of Athens

The group follows a lesser-known path out of the birthplace of democracy for 5 minutes.

5 min

19

Fethiye Mosque

The route passes by the historic mosque without stopping.

20

Plaka

A 15-minute passage through Athens’ old town with stops at scenic spots.

15 min

21

Return to Starting Point

The tour ends with a 5-minute return to the initial meeting place for checkout.

5 min

22

Hadrian's Library

The route passes the ancient library site without stopping.

23

Acropolis Hill Walk and Site Exploration

All participants walk up the Acropolis hill with a licensed guide for about 90 minutes, visiting the Parthenon and other monuments while learning about Athens' Golden Age.

90 min

Meeting point

The meeting point is 60m from the "Acropolis" metro station, at Athanasiou Diakou 16 Street & Syggrou Avenue, 11742 Athens.(link). When using Google or Apple Maps, be sure to include the postal code 11742 to locate us correctly. Piraeus port is about 40 minutes by taxi depending on the traffic.

End point

The meeting point is 60m from the "Acropolis" metro station, at Athanasiou Diakou 16 Street & Syggrou Avenue, 11742 Athens.(link). When using Google or Apple Maps, be sure to include the postal code 11742 to locate us correctly. Piraeus port is about 40 minutes by taxi depending on the traffic.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–12 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
E-bikes fit riders 152 cm (5 ft) and taller; riders 152–160 cm should notify in advance for smaller bikes; participants under 152 cm may use regular bikes
Tours operate in all weather conditions, rain or shine
Arrive 15 minutes early; late arrivals cannot be accommodated
No restroom facilities at the meeting point
Participants must be older than 12 years
Maximum group size is 12 participants
Itinerary may change due to traffic or unforeseen circumstances
Acropolis tickets are included if option selected; do not purchase separately
If tickets are not included, payment is required on the tour day
Pre-purchased Acropolis tickets guarantee entry; do not buy tickets independently
Total
€124.20Save 10% vs Viator