Athens E-Bike Tour with Acropolis & Parthenon Entry

E-bike through the city's heart, then climb to the Acropolis on foot

This guided e-bike and Acropolis tour in Athens combines a ride through the city's historic center with a walk up the Acropolis to explore the Parthenon and other ancient temples with a licensed English-speaking guide. The tour visits Hadrian's Arch, the Olympic Stadium, the Ancient Agora, and Plaka before dropping the bikes and entering the archaeological site. Acropolis entrance tickets are included with one booking option. Without tickets, you pay on the day. The tour runs 4.5 hours and is limited to 12 participants, with children welcome from age 12.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each15 stops

1. Hadrian’s Arch5m
2. National Gardens of Athens5m
3. Athens Presidential Mansion5m
4. Olympic Stadium5m
5. Acropolis Museumpassing by
6. Acropolis45m
7. Parthenon45m
8. Odeon of Herodes Atticus5m
9. Erechtheion5m
10. Temple of Hephaestus5m
11. Tower of the Windspassing by
12. Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens5m
13. Fethiye Mosquepassing by
14. Plaka15m
15. Hadrian's Librarypassing by

E-bike and Acropolis guided tour

• Check in and bike fittings
• Stop for group photo at Hadrian’s Arch
• Pass by ruins of ancient temple
• Stop at neoclassical building
• Watch presidential guards at former royal house
• Admire Olympic Stadium
• Drop off bikes and enter Acropolis site
• Explore Acropolis and Parthenon
• Visit Odeon of Herodes Atticus
• See Erechtheion temple
• Stop at local neighborhood
• View Temple of Hephaestus from afar
• Photo stop at Gate of Roman forum
• Pass by Tower of the Winds
• Visit Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens
• Walk secret path outside Ancient Agora
• Pass by Fethiye Mosque
• Stop at scenic corners in old town Plaka
• Return to starting point and check out

The experience

You start at Herakleidon Museum where the guide fits you to an electric bike and runs through the basics. From there, the route takes you past Hadrian's Arch (the most photographed monument in the city), and past the ruins of the biggest ancient temple of Athens. You'll stop briefly at the National Gardens to see one of the city's most impressive neoclassical buildings, then ride past the Athens Presidential Mansion and the Olympic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held. The e-bike handles the hills. You handle the sightseeing.

Once you've covered the major landmarks (the Temple of Hephaestus, the Tower of the Winds, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the winding streets of Plaka), you return the bikes and walk up the Acropolis on foot with your guide. This is where the tour shifts from moving through the city to standing inside it. You'll spend time at the Parthenon, the ancient Greek temple dedicated to Athena, and explore the Erechtheion, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and the other structures that define the Golden Age of Athens. The guide explains the history, myths, and architectural details that make these ruins the foundation of Western civilization.

The tour operates rain or shine and runs under all weather conditions. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals cannot be accommodated, and the tour starts promptly at the scheduled time. E-bikes fit riders 147 cm (5 feet) and taller. If you're between 147–160 cm, let the operator know in advance so they can arrange a smaller frame. There are no restroom facilities at the meeting point. If you book the option with tickets, Acropolis entry is included and pre-purchased to guarantee your slot. If you book without tickets, you'll pay for entry on the day of the tour.

What’s included

• Top-quality electric bike and helmet.
• Acropolis entrance tickets (with the "with tickets" option).
• licensed English-speaking guide for the Acropolis and Parthenon.
• a list of local suggestions for exploring Athens.
• VAT and all taxes.

Options for this experience

2 options

E-bike tour, tickets not includedGuide in English · 09:30 and 10:00Lasts 4 hours and 30 minutes. This option does not cover the Acropolis entrance tickets. Tickets are provided and paid for at check-in (30€ per person).

E-bike tour + ticketsGuide in English · 09:30 and 10:00Lasts 4 hours and 30 minutes. This option covers the Acropolis entrance tickets, with no additional charges.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Information

Lasts 4h 30m, runs Monday to Saturday at 09:30 and 10:00, from € 69 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 12 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesMonday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 09:30Wednesday: 09:30 and 10:00Saturday: 10:00Another time? ›

GroupUp to 121 private ›

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (26 to 75 years) · Youth (18 to 25 years) · Child (12 to 17 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Athens by bike

Is this one for you?Choose the e-bike option if you want to cover ground quickly across multiple landmarks. Choose the walking tour if you prefer to linger and absorb the Acropolis' history in depth.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (18 to 25 years); Child (12 to 17 years). Children under 12 can't be included in the booking.

What's included in the e-bike tour of Athens?

The tour includes a top-quality electric bike and helmet, a licensed English-speaking guide, and a list of local suggestions for the city. If you book the option with tickets, Acropolis entrance is included. Without tickets, you pay on the day.

How long does the e-bike and Acropolis tour take?

The full tour runs 4.5 hours, combining the e-bike ride through Athens' historic center with the guided walk up the Acropolis and through the Parthenon and surrounding temples.

What stops do you make on the e-bike portion?

The e-bike route passes Hadrian's Arch, the Olympic Stadium, the Athens Presidential Mansion, the Temple of Hephaestus, the Ancient Agora, the Tower of the Winds, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and Plaka, with photo stops and short breaks at each.

What happens if it rains on the day of the tour?

The tour operates under all weather conditions, rain or shine, so bring appropriate gear if rain is forecast.

What is the Parthenon and why is it important?

The Parthenon is the most important ancient Greek temple, dedicated to the goddess Athena and built during Athens' Golden Age. It stands at the top of the Acropolis and is the centerpiece of the guided walk, where your guide explains its history, architecture, and role in shaping Western civilization.