Explore the Acropolis of Athens with an unforgettable self-guided audio tour designed by a certified expert, turning your visit into a journey through the myths and history of ancient Greece. All you need is your phone and headphones to walk through the most iconic archaeological site in Greece, listening to captivating stories based on an award-winning storytelling concept. This audio tour enhances your understanding of the site while connecting you emotionally to its sacred spaces.
Your tour begins at the South Slopes entrance, where you’ll encounter the Theatre of Dionysus, birthplace of Greek tragedy and sacred to the god of wine and the arts. From there, you’ll move on to the Asclepieion, an ancient healing sanctuary dedicated to the god of medicine. As you follow the ancient Peripatos path, you’ll admire the Odeon of Herodes Atticus from above while learning about the Roman magnate who built it as a grand gesture of love for his late wife. Ascending the great staircase, you’ll reach the Temple of Athena Nike, symbol of victory, and pass through the majestic Propylaea, where the Parthenon reveals itself in all its magnificence.
Continue exploring the Erechtheion, with its mythical ties to ancient deities and ancestors, and spot the ruins of the old temple of Athena with traces of a Mycenaean palace linking to Athens’ legendary beginnings. Pause at the Belvedere viewpoint to admire a sweeping panorama of the city and the hills beyond, capturing the grandeur of ancient and modern Athens.
The tour ends at the Parthenon, a masterpiece of Greek architecture and source of countless myths involving kings, goddesses, and heroines. You’ll even uncover the hidden geometry of this monument, learning that—despite its appearance—the Parthenon is actually shaped like a pyramid. Blending immersive audio storytelling with a detailed site map, this tour is the perfect companion to your Acropolis visit.