Acropolis Museum Athens Ticket

Embark on a journey through Ancient Greek culture with your admission ticket to the Acropolis Museum. Here, an impressive array of ancient artifacts awaits, presenting a unique opportunity to delve into the rich history of Greece. Ensure you take the time to explore this notable exhibition in Athens.

Reasons to Explore the Acropolis Museum

Perched at the base of the hill that hosts the Parthenon, the Acropolis Museum stands as a modern architectural marvel that plays a key role in uncovering not only Athens' rich narrative but also the broader history of Ancient Greece.

Your ticket grants you access to various sections of the permanent exhibition. The ground level features the Gallery of the Acropolis Slopes, showcasing significant archaeological findings unearthed from the hillside. Ascending to the first floor, the Archaic Acropolis Gallery reveals magnificent statues that once adorned the early monumental structures of the Acropolis.

Be sure to experience the interactive multimedia space on the second level and the remarkable collections on the upper floor. The third floor hosts the Parthenon Gallery, the highlight of the museum, offering an expansive view of the stunning friezes depicting the Panathenaeas procession.

You will also want to admire the Karyatid collection along with other sculptures found within the museum's diverse galleries. Many of these treasured pieces were sourced from renowned sites such as Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, and the Erechtheion.

The museum features several glass observation points where visitors can appreciate breathtaking views of the Parthenon and the preserved ruins and monuments located throughout the Acropolis in Athens.

Visiting Hours

The museum is accessible daily, observing these operating hours:

November 1 - March 31

• Monday - Thursday: 9 am - 5 pm (last admission at 4:30 pm)
• Friday: 9 am - 10 pm (last admission at 9:30 pm)
• Saturday - Sunday: 9 am - 8 pm (last admission at 7:30 pm)

April 1 - October 31

• Monday: 9 am - 5 pm (last admission at 4:30 pm)
• Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday: 9 am - 8 pm (last admission at 7:30 pm)
• Friday: 9 am - 10 pm (last admission at 9:30 pm)

It’s important to note that these operating hours may vary and are periodically updated.

Key Information

• The selected date and/or time for entry is fixed and cannot be modified.
• This ticket option includes standard admission at the adult price, applicable for visitors of any age.
• EU citizens under 25 years and non-EU visitors under 18 are eligible for complimentary access with valid ID presented at the ticket counter.
• Individuals over 65 years can benefit from a 50% discount, available only at the ticket office or through the official website.
• Due to time slot management, there’s no assurance that free tickets will be available at the ticket office for your desired entry time.
• Entrance is allowed only within the designated time slot or within 15 minutes prior or after.
• Visitors with disabilities may enter at no cost by showing an appropriate disability certificate at the ticket office.