Greece to increase Acropolis entry fees by 50% in 2025

Times of IndiaTIMESOFINDIA.COM/TRAVEL TRENDS, GREECE/ Updated : Dec 25, 2023, 22:30 IST

Greece to increase Acropolis entry fees by 50% in 2025

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Greece to increase Acropolis entry fees by 50% in 2025

In a recent turn of events, Greece is planning to increase the entry fees of one of the most famous attractions, Acropolis, by 50 percent in 2025. To visit the historical site, you might have to pay more from 2025! The ticket costs will go up with a proposed raise from the existing EUR 20 to EUR 30.

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Culture Minister Lina Mendoni has detailed this modification, underscoring the need to align Acropolis fees with the European average. The slated adjustment is set to roll out on April 1, 2025, following unanimous approval from the State Archaeological Council for a comprehensive restructuring of ticket prices across around 350 archaeological sites and museums in Greece.

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Notably, alongside the fee revision, there are plans to introduce private tours of the Acropolis for smaller groups both before and after regular visiting hours. While this personalized service offers a more exclusive experience, it comes with a substantial price tag of EUR 5,000. Despite the fee increase, the Acropolis continues to be a highly sought-after destination, attracting over three million visitors annually.

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This action aligns with the broader initiatives of Greece's conservative government, which aims to involve private management in overseeing the nation's state-run museums and historic sites. However, these endeavors have encountered resistance and triggered a one-day strike by Acropolis patrol guards who oppose the proposal to entrust ticket control responsibilities to private contractors.

Furthermore, the government's legislation permitting the exhibition of rare antiquities beyond Greece has raised concerns among archaeologists regarding the potential long-term 'export' of invaluable artifacts. As reported by AFP Relaxnews via The Straits Times, this law grants top Greek museums the authority to establish satellite branches abroad, a development unfolding amid ongoing negotiations with the British Museum concerning the contentious matter of the Parthenon Marbles.