What are the opening hours of the Acropolis?
If you’re planning a visit to the Acropolis, it’s good to know when it’s open — so you don’t miss a thing!
The Acropolis opens every day at 8:00 in the morning, all year long.
But the closing time changes during the year, depending on the season.
Here’s a simple guide to help you:
🌞 Spring & Summer (April 1 – August 31)
🕗 Open from 08:00 to 20:00
🕢 Last entry at 19:30
This is the longest schedule! Great if you want to visit early or enjoy the sunset.
🍂 Early Fall (September 1 – 15)
🕗 Open from 08:00 to 19:30
🕖 Last entry at 19:00
🍁 Mid Fall (September 16 – 30)
🕗 Open from 08:00 to 19:00
🕠 Last entry at 18:30
🍂 October (October 1 – 15)
🕗 Open from 08:00 to 18:30
🕔 Last entry at 18:00
🍂 Late October (October 16 – 31)
🕗 Open from 08:00 to 18:00
🕓 Last entry at 17:30
📅 Holiday Closures
The Acropolis is closed on the following holidays, so plan your visit accordingly:
- ❌ 1 January (New Year’s Day)
- ❌ 25 March (Greek Independence Day)
- ❌ 1 May (Labor Day)
- ❌ Easter Sunday (Orthodox Easter)
- ❌ 25 December (Christmas Day)
- ❌ 26 December (Boxing Day)
✅ A Good Tip!
⚠️ Important Notices (July 2025)
🚫 July 25 to July 27, 2025:
The Acropolis will be closed between 12:00 and 17:00 due to high temperatures. This is for everyone’s safety.
✅ The North Slope of the Acropolis will stay open from 09:00 to 18:00 during this period.
🚻 Toilets inside the site are under renovation. Please use the toilets:
- 👉 On the right side of the main entrance (permanent)
- 👉 On the left side (chemical toilets)
before you enter the site.
🧭 Visitor Tips
✅ Arrive at least 1 hour before closing so you can explore without rushing.
✅ Wear good walking shoes — the ground is uneven in places.
✅ Bring water, but no food is allowed inside.
🚫 What’s Not Allowed at the Acropolis
To protect this ancient place, the following rules apply:
- ❌ No food, drinks, or smoking
- ❌ No littering
- ❌ No touching or removing stones, plants, or anything else
- ❌ No loud, rude, or disrespectful behavior
- ❌ No photos or videos that are inappropriate
- ❌ No pets (only guide dogs are allowed)
Also:
- Please follow signs and stay on marked paths
- Always listen to security staff
- Be extra careful in areas where work is being done
- Not following the rules may lead to being asked to leave the site
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