How Do I Get to the Acropolis?
The Acropolis is one of the most famous places in Athens — and luckily, it’s easy to reach by public transport or on foot!
📍 Where Is the Acropolis Located?
The Acropolis is a big rocky hill right in the center of Athens. It stands about 157 meters (515 feet) above sea level and gives amazing views of the city and the sea.
It’s surrounded by famous neighborhoods and ancient sites:
- 🧭 South: Next to the beautiful pedestrian road Dionysiou Areopagitou Street
- 🧭 East & North: Close to Plaka, Anaphiotika, the Ancient Agora, and Areopagus Hill
- 🧭 West: Near the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, an ancient open-air theater
🚪 Where Are the Entrances to the Acropolis?
There are two main entrances to the archaeological site:
🔹 1. Main Entrance – West Side
- Located near Theorias Street
- Best for most visitors and group tours
- Leads directly to the main path up to the Propylaea and Parthenon
🔹 2. South Entrance – Dionysiou Areopagitou & Thrasyllou Street
- Right next to the Acropolis Museum
- Great if you're coming from Plaka, Makrygianni, or the Museum
- This entrance leads through the South Slope — where you can see:
- Theatre of Dionysos
- Odeon of Herodes Atticus
- Ancient shrines and paths
🔄 If you enter through the South Entrance, you’ll exit at the top through the Beulé Gate, and follow the signs back down through the South Slope.
⚠️ Important Ticket Info:
Your “Acropolis and Slopes” ticket can only be used once. That means:
❗ If you exit the site (either from the top or the slopes), you cannot re-enter using the same ticket.
🚇 How Do I Get There by Public Transport?
You have many easy options:
🚇 Metro (Subway)
- Line 2 (Red) → Get off at Acropoli Station
- Walk along Dionysiou Areopagitou Street to either entrance
- You can also enter directly through the South Slope from here
- Line 3 (Blue) → Get off at Monastiraki Station
- Walk through Plaka or the Ancient Agora area
- Line 1 (Green) → Get off at Theseio Station
🚌 Bus Lines
- 227, 230, 856, A2, A3
🚋 Tram
- Line T6
⚡ Trolley Bus Lines
- 1, 2, 4, 5, 11, 12, 15
🎒 Baggage and Bag Rules
- ✅ Small bags and backpacks are allowed
- ❌ Large luggage is not accepted by the baggage/stroller check-in service
- Pack light and carry only what you need for the day
📌 Summary
| ✅ Getting There | |
|---|---|
| 🚇 Metro | Acropoli, Monastiraki, or Theseio Stations |
| 🚪 Entrances | Main (West) or South Slope |
| 🎟️ Ticket Rule | One-time use only – no re-entry |
| 🧭 Neighborhoods Nearby | Plaka, Areopagus Hill, Ancient Agora, Makrygianni |
| 🎒 Bags Allowed | Only small bags or backpacks |
References
Ministry of Culture and Sports | Acropolis of Athens
