Athens, Acropolis and New Acropolis Museum - Half Day
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5 hours (approx.)
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Overview
For those visiting Athens for the first time, this is an excellent introduction to one of the great cities of the ancient world.
See the Olympic Stadium where the Olympic Games were revived in 1896 and returned in 2004, and then pass by the Parliament Building, which proudly stands on Constitution Square, with its colorful evzones guarding the Monument to the Unknown Soldier.
Your first stop will be the New Acropolis Museum which is an archaeological museum focused on the findings of the archaeological site of the Acropolis of Athens. The museum was built in order to house every artifact found on the rock and on its feet, covering a large period of time, from the Greek Bronze Age to Roman and Byzantine Greece. The museum was founded in 2003 while the Organisation of the Museum was estabilished in 2000. Finally, it opened to public on June 21, 2009. Nearly 4,000 objects are exhibited over an area of 14,000 square metres.
After visiting the Museum, enjoy a walk on the pedestrian street for about 200 meters and arrive at the Acropolis, a symbol of the glory of ancient Greece, and climb its smooth marble steps as visitors have for centuries. History opens before you as you reach one of the masterpieces of classical architecture--the Propylaea, which serves as the entrance to the complex.
See the Temple of Athena Nike, or Wingless Victory, and the Erechtheum with its classical Porch of Maidens, the Caryatids. Stand in awe of what is considered to be the most perfect example of classical architecture in the world--the Parthenon, designed as a shrine to Athena and at one time housing a massive gold and ivory statue of the warrior goddess.
Looking down from the Acropolis, see the two ancient theaters in its shadow--the Greek theater of Dionysus, where the masterpieces of Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and Aristophanes debuted to delighted audiences; and the grand Roman theater of Herod Atticus, restored and used for concerts and classical plays during the summer Athens Festival.
After an exhilarating day of exploring, you will be returned to your cruise ship pier or hotel.
What's Included
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Transportation from the cruise ship pier or hotel
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English-speaking driver and licensed guide
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Entrance fees to archaeological sites and museum
Considerations
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Food and beverages.
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There is a supplement to add to your shopping cart if your tour is on a Sunday or a bank holiday.
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If you need pick up from a hotel located outside of the city limits please contact Venture Ashore for pricing.
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This tour is not suitable for guests with mobility issues or with a wheelchair/scooter.
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Bring cash and/or credit card for any additional purchases on the day.
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Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash.
Special Instructions
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Comfortable walking shoes are required - there is extensive walking involved in this tour.
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There is a supplement to add to your shopping cart if your tour is on a Sunday or a bank holiday.
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Wear cool and comfortable clothes and bring your sunscreen, sunglasses, sunhat and water bottle. Bring anything else you may need for a half-day of touring!
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This tour can get unseasonably hot, it is recommended to drink plenty of water.
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This tour is not suitable for guests with mobility issues or with a wheelchair/scooter.
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The Acropolis may only be accessed by walking uphill. It is a strenuous walk and you must be in good physical condition. There is a pathway, but there are also steps near the top. Keep in mind that the weather may be very hot during the summer.
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Bring your camera to capture wonderful memories of your time ashore!
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.
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