As expected, a very busy site to see. Definitely recommend seeing it during just before and during sunset if possible, absolutely breath-taking. We were able to see the Parthenon from our hotel rooftop, but seeing it up close was amazing. Definitely worth seeing. Such rich culture and history surrounds this site. If it's the first time you're going, I suggest going with a tour so you can learn and understand the understated history that they share with you.

Amazing to such an incredible part of history. Worth the visit, but be prepared to wait in very long lines just to enter. You must book your tickets ahead (we did it online). Even with tickets bought ahead, you still wait in very long lines to get in and it’s slow moving on the hike up. Crowded and hard to move around sometimes there are so many people.

It gave me the chills to see it for the first time. It is in such a state of disrepair that you want to cry, but it is still one of the most magnificent buildings in the world, up close, or from afar. We see the Parthenon in pictures from a very early age, and it is probably the most recognizable building in the world. To see it in person is simply amazing.

I used to think that this is Acropolis and now I know Parthenon is an old temple , that sits on Acropolis which is the high hill in Athens. This is still a significant must go place if you come to Athens. The queue is long and once you are inside, crowds are everywhere and you have to find good angles to capture the majestic structure which is now an archaeological site and ruins. Restoration work, scaffolding is in process so I find it not as impressive when looking at it during daytime with the crowds. Probably night scenes of it looked better, but still, is a must go else you never have been to Athens.

We were glad that we came here with a guide. It is very difficult to figure out where to go and what you are seeing. But the sight of these massive structures on the top of a high hill is impressive and can be seen towering over you from the plaka below. I would not go there in the rain as it is quite slippery. We saw two people fall while up there. We have much of it paved. Before it was paved, people were falling all the time. There are many steps to get up there and it was wall to wall people getting to and from. Make sure you go early. I know Rick Steves has a guide that you can listen to.

The Acropolis visit and walk up to and around the Parthenon was a highlight of our touring in Athens. The views are stunning and it is a highly recommended experience. Bring water bottles, wear sturdy shoes & a windbreaker jacket was invaluable the morning we went also.

The sheer size of the Parthenon is a sight to behold. From the street to walking up the south slope to standing on the top. It is remarkable. The fact that it was built 2500 years ago is astounding. I visited in November so there weren’t long lines and people were able to get tickets and enter right away. I took the South Slope and the walk was not strenuous. It is definitely an incline that you will notice but if you are used to walking you should have no issues. The marble can be slippery in places even when not wet, so just take your time. When you get to the top you will be amazed at the size of the buildings and in awe of how they did this so long ago. We were at the top around 3:30pm and it wasn’t too hot (80 degrees). I would suggest to go first thing in the morning or later in the day on hot days. I could see it it being very hot and there isn’t any real shade. You need about an hour at the top to walk around and take some great pictures. There is a bathroom at the top.

Definitely go early to avoid the crush of tourists, unfortunately under construction again. YEARS ago when I visited it was under similar construction, but still beautiful site to see for its age. Admission 10 euros

After seeing the chaos in 40 degree heat this summer, decided a winter break to Athens was the best bet. It was a good choice. Everything you see online says to get there at 8am when it opens to beat the queues but surely that then leads to more queues? Instead we went to the museum in the morning and booked a 3pm slot for the Acropolis itself. Perfect, no queue to get in, just busy at the steps up to the gate itself. Not too many people, could look around and take photos comfortably and see all there was to see. Glad we had already been to the museum so we knew about the site and what we were looking at, as there isn't loads of information up there. Also a few cats wandering about, always a bonus.

The Parthenon is a world class monument and you can see why. The size, the location and the beauty of the columns and carvings are incredible. This is a must see in the world let alone in Athens. Go and marvel.