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Acropolis (Archaeological Site)

Acropolis, Dionysos Arepagitou, 10558, Athens
Acropolis, Dionysos Arepagitou, 10558, Athens

Description

Worldwide, the Acropolis is the symbol of Athens. Atop the Sacred Rock of Athens, during the Golden Age of Pericles, the Ancient Greeks decided to convey their culture – which was at its peak at the time. The main monuments of the Acropolis are the Parthenon Temple, the Erechtheio, the Propylaia and the Temple of Athena Nike.

Address Information

Acropolis, Dionysos Arepagitou
Acropolis
10558
Athens
Attica, Greece
Greece
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Opening Hours

Now Open

Monday:

08:00 - 20:00

Tuesday:

08:00 - 20:00

Wednesday:

08:00 - 20:00

Thursday:

08:00 - 20:00

Friday:

08:00 - 20:00

Saturday:

08:00 - 20:00

Sunday:

08:00 - 20:00

Info:

Last entrance 19:30

Phone

+302109238747

+302109238747

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