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Acropolis, City Tour & Acropolis Museum Tour PRD33763
Vendor: Project Expedition-Europe
Category: Museum
Location: Europe-Greece-Athens
The tour starts at the Syntagma metro station for a brief look at the ancient artifacts displayed at the metros museum. Youll also see the Greek Parliament, the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, and watch the Changing of the Guards. Next, our guide will walk you through the National Gardens, Zappeion Hall, outside the Temple of Zeus and Hadrians Arch. From there youll walk towards the Acropolis on the beautiful pedestrian walkway called Dionysiou Areopagitou. Entering on the south slope of the Acropolis, youll visit the Dionysus Sanctuary and Dionysus Theater before you walk up the slope leading to the Acropolis monuments. Panoramic views of the city will be perfect for Instagram-ready photos. During your tour, youll gain insight into the significance of the historic monuments of Acropolis, including the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaea, the Nike Temple as well as other significant sights of Athens including the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Ancient Agora, the National Observatory of Athens and the citys scenic hills: Filoppapos, Mars, and Pnyx. The Acropolis Museum is another highlight of this tour, a perfect follow-up to actually exploring the sights at the Acropolis itself. Recognized as one of the top museums in the world, youll find yourself up close to the impressive marble masterpieces found on the Acropolis including dramatic sculptures and friezes that brilliantly define the Classical period of ancient Greece. Designed by renowned Swiss architect Bernard Tschumi and notable Greek architect Michalis Photiadis, the Acropolis Museum captivates guests on approach. Its seamless modern lines elegantly incorporate artifacts exclusively from the Acropolis, and excavations are also visible under glass floors and walkways. The marbled surviving treasures are impressively displayed with the use of natural light, situated on a modernist open layout. Panoramic views top the experience. Tour Highlights: - Syntagma Metro Station Exhibits - House of the Greek Parliament - Changing of the Guards - National Gardens - Zappeion - Plaka area - Hadrian's Arch - The Acropolis - Parthenon - Erechteion - Propylaea - Nike Temple - Dionysus Theater - Philopappos Hill - Mars Hill - Observatory - Pnyx Hill - Odeon of Herodes Atticus (Herodeon) - Ancient Agora - Hephaestus Temple - Attalos Museum Inclusions: - Local licensed guide - Athens guide magazine - Athens map
