Athens Museum Pass with Acropolis, Hop-on Hop-off, and 12 museums
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Athens Museum Pass with Acropolis, Hop-on Hop-off, and 12 museums

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About this experience

With the 2-day Athens Museum Pass, you can discover Athens' rich history while saving up to 80% on entry tickets.

Start off at the iconic Acropolis, featuring remarkable sites like the Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus.

Then explore the city at your own pace with a Hop-on Hop-off bus tour, allowing you to soak in panoramic views from the upper deck.

Stop at the locations that interest you most and delve into Greek heritage at top museums such as the Acropolis Museum and Panathenaic Stadium.

Plus, enjoy a complimentary digital destination guide and map, complete with self-guided multimedia walking tours of the Acropolis and Plaka (Athens' old town), 500MB mobile data, and insider tips for navigating the city.

- Visit the legendary Acropolis and its ancient landmarks
- Enjoy a flexible Hop-on Hop-off bus tour with panoramic views
- Explore top museums and historical sites at your leisure
- Receive a free digital guide with self-guided tours and tips

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Athens Museum Pass with Acropolis, Hop-on Hop-off, and 12 museums

What's included

Multimedia self-guided tours of the Acropolis and Plaka district (Athens' old town)
Athens digital destination guide and map
500 MB mobile data package
Access to 14 top Athens experiences over 2-days

Detailed itinerary

1
Stop 1

Visit the world-famous Acropolis and admire iconic ancient Greek monuments, including the Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Propylaea, the Erechtheion, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and the Theatre of Dionysus. Explore these timeless structures that have shaped history and culture for centuries.

For a deeper experience, enjoy a self-guided multimedia walking tour (JRNYZ) available through the Smartvisit app, offering insightful and fun commentary as you explore these remarkable sites at your own pace.

2
Stop 2

Explore Athens and its surrounding areas aboard amazing open-top double-decker buses, offering 360-degree views from the top deck. Discover the city at your own pace as you take in the sights and learn about the rich history of Athens and Greece. Enjoy a journey past more than 100 landmarks and monuments, with the flexibility to hop on and off at the stops that interest you most, allowing you to explore at your leisure and immerse yourself in the city's vibrant culture.

3
Stop 3

Explore the rich and fascinating history of the Acropolis, from the Bronze Age to Roman Greece. On the ground level, you’ll discover extensive remnants of the ancient city and significant findings from the slopes of the Acropolis, offering insight into the everyday life of ancient Athenians.

The first level features artifacts from the Mycenaean and Geometric eras, including treasures from the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, as well as works spanning from the late ancient period to the early Christian years.

On the second level, enjoy the museum’s restaurant, shop, and bookstore, along with balconies offering stunning views of the exhibits.

Finally, on the third floor, admire the iconic frieze, metopes, and temple pediments. The famous marble frieze is beautifully recreated, featuring both original marbles and casts of those held in other collections, such as the Elgin Marbles in the British Museum.

4
Stop 4

Visit the iconic stadium that symbolizes the world of sports—the venue of the first Modern Olympic Games and the finish line of the Athens Marathon. Explore the permanent exhibition, ""Memories from the Olympic Games: Posters and Torches from 1896 to today,"" and discover the rich history of the Games through captivating visuals.

As you wander the stadium grounds, take in superb views of the Acropolis, adding an unforgettable cultural and scenic dimension to your experience at this historic site.

5

Visit a contemporary museum dedicated to the captivating history of the Olympic Games, where you can explore interactive exhibits that bring the Games to life. Get an up-close look at the equipment and personal items of Olympic athletes, offering a unique perspective on their journey.

Discover the origins of the Olympic Games in ancient Greece, trace their revival, and learn about their return to Athens in 2004. As you walk through the Athens Olympic Athletic Complex, you'll be inspired by the incredible feats and achievements of athletes.

This visit offers a perfect blend of culture, education, and sports, complemented by a visit to the nearby Golden Hall shopping center, making it a well-rounded and enriching experience.

6
Stop 6

Explore four levels of exhibitions at the Athens War Museum, dedicated to historical battles and wars throughout the ages. Discover a vast collection of weapons, tanks, photographs, and works of art depicting key battle scenes that highlight the struggles and triumphs of various eras.

Support the museum’s ongoing conservation and education programs as you delve into the fascinating history of warfare. For your convenience, the museum also offers a canteen and shop, where you can enjoy a meal or find unique souvenirs to remember your visit.

7

Discover a world-renowned collection of modern and contemporary art in the vibrant neighborhood of Pangrati, in central Athens. Explore masterpieces by legendary artists such as van Gogh, Monet, Cézanne, Picasso, Miró, Giacometti, Pollock, and Bacon, as well as works by celebrated modern and contemporary Greek artists like Moralis, Tsarouchis, Hadjikyriakos-Ghika, Takis, and many more.

While you're there, take the opportunity to purchase exclusive, custom-made products inspired by the Museum’s art collection at the museum shop. Afterward, relax and enjoy delicious Mediterranean cuisine in the charming urban garden of the Café-Restaurant, making for a complete cultural and culinary experience.

8
Stop 8

The museum is housed in two separate buildings, located just 150 meters apart, each offering a unique insight into different aspects of ancient technology.

On Apostolou Pavlou Street, explore the fascinating world of ancient Greek warfare, with detailed models illustrating war technology such as the Trireme, the famous Athenian warship, catapults, siege towers, armor, light weapons, and even early forms of cannons.

Meanwhile, on Herakleidon Street, discover a small but intriguing collection of Automata from the Hellenistic period of Alexandria, Egypt. These ancient machines, which function without an obvious cause, showcase early technological innovations. Among the highlights is a large-scale, functional model of the Antikythera Mechanism, the first known analogue computer, made from plexiglass to allow visitors to view the inner workings of this remarkable device.

9

Discover two museums in one, showcasing more than 100 technological inventions of the Ancient Greeks, as well as interactive Ancient Greek musical instruments and games. Explore these remarkable exhibits within a unique Art Nouveau building located in the fashionable Kolonaki district in the heart of Athens.

Don’t miss the museum shop, where you can purchase handmade models and replicas of the exhibits, crafted by Marios Kotsanas. These include an exact replica of the Antikythera Mechanism, the portable ""clock"" notebook of Parmenion, the fourth quadrant of Hipparchus, Ancient Greek ships, toys, musical instruments, and other fascinating items.

10
Stop 10

Explore the ancient cultures of the Aegean and Cyprus at one of Athens' most stunning neoclassical mansions, home to one of the most comprehensive private collections of Cycladic Art in the world. The museum features representative examples of the world-renowned Cycladic marble figurines, offering a captivating glimpse into ancient Aegean culture.

After your exploration, unwind at the Cycladic Café, surrounded by lush vegetation that provides a peaceful oasis in the heart of the city. Don't forget to visit the museum shop, where you can find unique gifts, souvenirs, and books to remember your visit.

11
Stop 11

Have an unforgettable and fun experience in one of Athens' most innovative spaces, where you can capture unique photos and explore the fascinating world of illusions. With 60 visual and interactive illusions, including an infinity room, inverted room, chair illusion, and holograms, you'll be amazed by what your senses perceive.

Learn how the human brain works and how our perception of reality is influenced by science, vision, perspective, and other stimuli. This interactive experience is both entertaining and educational, offering insights into the fascinating ways our mind interprets the world around us.

12
Stop 12

Visit the home of the renowned Greek artist Nikos Hadjikyriakos-Ghika, located on Kriezotou Street, which was once the epicenter of architectural and artistic interest. The house, featured in both Greek and international architectural magazines, is a unique blend of art and history.

The ground floor is home to an urban drawing room, showcasing works by early 20th-century French painters, in memory of Gustave Boissière. On the 3rd floor, explore a collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, set designs, manuscripts, illustrated books, photographs, and furnishings from Hadjikyriakos-Ghika's homes on the island of Hydra and in Athens.

The 6th floor houses a specially designed attic that once served as his workshop and library, containing rare illustrated editions and over 7,000 volumes, primarily focused on Art History. On the 5th floor, you’ll find the preserved rooms where Hadjikyriakos-Ghika lived and worked for 40 years, right up until his passing in 1994.

13
Stop 13

Visit one of the most stunning neoclassical-style buildings in Athens and immerse yourself in a unique exhibition showcasing Greek culture from prehistory to the 20th century. Admire an impressive array of historical antiquities, including prehistoric, ancient Greek, and Roman art, as well as Byzantine art and historic heirlooms. This museum offers an enriching experience that highlights the depth and richness of Greece's cultural heritage across centuries.

14

Explore the latest addition to the Benaki group of museums, a captivating collection of vintage toys donated by Maria Argyriadi. This charming museum offers a fascinating glimpse into childhood whimsy, showcasing rare toys and games from antiquity to the present day.

With a collection of 20,000 items, the museum features toys, books, clothing, ephemera, and other childhood-related items from Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Whether you're revisiting memories or discovering new ones, the diverse collection is sure to make you feel like a child again.

Additionally, the museum houses a specialist library with over 3,000 books and studies on children and toys, offering further insights into the history and cultural significance of play across the world.

Available languages

Written guide
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Audio guide
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Important information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Important notes

Follow the instructions below to activate your pass and access the included benefits:

1. Download the Smartvisit app from the App Store or Google Play.

- Create an account and log in.
- Add your pass to the app:
- Tap Add Package.

2. Enter your booking reference number under Pass Number/Booking Reference. Tap Add Package again.

3. Register your pass - note, if you booked more than one pass, you only need to enter the reference number once. You can manage all passes on one device or send each one to a different person by entering their email address. They’ll then follow the same steps to activate it on their own phone.

- Choose 'Me' if you are the end user or want to manage multiple passes on the same device.
- Choose 'Assign To' if you want to allocate a pass for someone else to use on their own device.

4. Access your pass: The pass will appear in your Smartvisit app. Tap the image to open it and view all included benefits. Each attraction ticket has a QR code in the app once redeemed—show it at the entrance to get in.

5. Audio tours: Find self-guided tours in the Jrnyz section. We recommend downloading them over WiFi, as mobile coverage can be weak in parts of the city.

6. Need help? Click the Help button in the app to connect with our 24/7 customer support line.

Important things to note:

- Entry to the Acropolis is subject to booking (via the Smartvisit app) - it's recommended you book tickets at least 72 hours in advance.
- Some attractions can only be booked within 5 hours of entry (details in the app).
- Skip-the-line access is available for experiences with confirmed reservations.
- Attractions can only be visited once (Hop-on Hop-off bus excluded).
- A period of 1 hour must pass between redeeming benefits (Hop-on Hop-off bus excluded).
- Operating times are subject to change - please check with the individual attraction operators before visiting.
- Refund requests will not be accepted if the pass has already been used.

About Athens

Athens, the capital of Greece, is a city rich in history and culture, often considered the cradle of Western civilization. It is home to iconic ancient landmarks, vibrant neighborhoods, and a thriving modern scene.

Top Attractions

Acropolis of Athens

The Acropolis is the most iconic landmark in Athens, featuring ancient ruins and temples, including the Parthenon.

Historical 2-3 hours €20 (combined ticket for multiple sites)

Ancient Agora of Athens

The heart of ancient Athens, featuring the Temple of Hephaestus and the Stoa of Attalos.

Historical 1-2 hours €8 (included in the combined ticket)

Plaka

A charming, historic neighborhood with narrow streets, neoclassical houses, and vibrant nightlife.

Cultural 2-3 hours Free to explore

Acropolis Museum

A modern museum showcasing artifacts from the Acropolis and its surroundings.

Museum 1-2 hours €10

Temple of Olympian Zeus

An ancient temple dedicated to Zeus, once the largest temple in Greece.

Historical 30 minutes to 1 hour €6 (included in the combined ticket)

Must-Try Local Dishes

Moussaka

A baked dish with layers of eggplant, minced meat, and béchamel sauce.

Dinner Vegetarian versions available

Souvlaki

Grilled meat skewers, often served with pita bread and tzatziki.

Snack Can be made with chicken, pork, or vegetarian options

Tzatziki

A yogurt-based dip with cucumber, garlic, and herbs.

Snack Vegetarian and vegan options available

Baklava

A sweet pastry made with layers of filo, nuts, and honey syrup.

Dessert Vegetarian

Popular Activities

Hiking in the mountains Rock climbing Scuba diving Beach visits Spa treatments Café hopping Museum visits Theater performances

Best Time to Visit

April to June, September to October

The best time to visit Athens is during the spring and autumn months when the weather is pleasant and the tourist crowds are smaller.

18°C to 32°C 64°F to 90°F

Practical Information

Language

  • Official: Greek
  • Widely spoken: English, French, German
  • English: Moderately spoken

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Time Zone

GMT+2 (EET)

Electricity

230VV, 50HzHz

Safety Information

Overall Safety Rating: Generally safe

Athens is generally safe for travelers, but petty crime and pickpocketing can occur in tourist areas. Be cautious with your belongings and avoid poorly lit areas at night.

Important Precautions:
  • • Keep valuables secure
  • • Use licensed taxis or ride-sharing apps
  • • Be cautious with ATMs and credit cards

Getting there

By air
  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport • 30 km from city center
By train

Athens Central Railway Station

By bus

KTEL Bus Station

Getting around

Public transport

Clean, efficient, and air-conditioned. Easy to navigate with clear signage in English.

Taxis

Available • Apps: Beat, Uber

Rentals

Car, Bike, Scooter

Neighborhoods

Plaka Monastiraki Psiri Koukaki Kolonaki

Day trips

Cape Sounion
65 km from Athens • Half day to full day

A scenic coastal area featuring the Temple of Poseidon with stunning views of the Aegean Sea.

Delphi
180 km from Athens • Full day

An ancient archaeological site and home to the famous Oracle of Delphi.

Meteora
350 km from Athens • Overnight

A unique landscape featuring rock formations and medieval monasteries perched atop cliffs.

Festivals

Athens Festival • May to October Athens Epidaurus Festival • June to August Athens International Film Festival • October

Pro tips

  • Visit major attractions early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds and heat
  • Use the metro for easy and efficient travel around the city
  • Explore local neighborhoods for an authentic Greek experience
  • Try local street food for a quick and delicious meal
  • Learn a few basic Greek phrases to enhance your experience and connect with locals
From $25 per person

Price varies by option

Adults
Age 13-99
1
Childs
Age 4-12
0
Booking requirements:
  • Min travelers: 1
  • Max travelers: 15
  • Adult required for booking
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