Acropolis and Agora Tour: The Rise & Fall of Democracy

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Athens, Greece

3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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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

Acropolis

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Theatre of Dionysus Eleuthereus

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Temple of Athena Nike

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Erectheion

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Parthenon

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ancient Agora of Athens

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Temple of Aries

15 minutes • Admission 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