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Acropolis and Agora Tour: The Rise & Fall of Democracy

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Athens, Greece
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Athens is famed as the cradle of democracy yet the society that created it did not endure. Find out how it rose and why it fell on this fascinating historical walking tour, which starts in the Acropolis and finishes in the Ancient Agora of Athens, delivering insights into Socrates, Pericles, Solon, Cleisthenes, and more. Entrance fees are not included: Ask if you’d like to prebook tickets.
  • Follow in the steps of the great philosophers in the Ancient Agora of Athens
  • See iconic sights like the Parthenon through a democratic lens
  • Get to know like-minded travelers on a small-group tour for thinkers
  • Take home a fun and thought-provoking map of ancient Athens

What's Included

  • Expert certified guide
  • Small group tour
  • Fun ancient Athens map
  • Entry fees to all attractions (we can pre-purchase for you)
    €50.00 per person
  • Meals
  • Transfer from/to meeting point

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Dionysiou Areopagitou 45, Athina 117 42, Greece

    In front of the Holy church of Aghia Sophia. Your guide will be holding an ALTERNATIVE ATHENS sign.

End point

  • Ancient Agora of Athens
    Athens 105 55, Greece

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

1

Acropolis

1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

2

Theatre of Dionysus Eleuthereus

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

3

Temple of Athena Nike

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

4

Erectheion

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

5

Parthenon

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

6

Ancient Agora of Athens

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

7

Temple of Aries

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
  • Near public transportation
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Entry fees are non-refundable, non-exchangeable
  • ID card or passport are required for people under the age of 25 for possible discounts
  • Strollers, backpacks and big bags are not allowed at the Acropolis and should not be taken on the tour
  • Premium, small group tour
  • We can pre-purchase entry tickets for you, just let us know!
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

5.0
based on 11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great tour guide. Only 3 hours

Myron_R, Apr 2026
Tour guide was knowledgeable. Did not use headsets🙂 She walked slowly and genuinely made you feel a part of history and mythology.

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