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Acropolis, Parthenon and Ancient Agora Guided Tour with entrances

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Overview

Discover the highlights of ancient Athens on this immersive 4-hour walking tour, ideal for history lovers and curious travelers. With a licensed professional guide, explore two of the city’s most important archaeological sites: the world-famous Acropolis and the Ancient Agora.

Stand in awe before the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and the Temple of Athena Nike as your guide shares the fascinating myths and history of the Acropolis. Then, continue to the Ancient Agora—the heart of ancient Athenian life—where democracy and philosophy were born.

Visit the remarkably preserved Temple of Hephaestus, walk through the reconstructed Stoa of Attalos, and imagine life in the bustling marketplace where Socrates once walked.

What's Included

  • Entrance fees of both Acropolis monuments and Ancient Agora
  • Hearing devices connected to guides microphone
  • Licesned tour guide
  • Gratuities
  • Pick up or drop off
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Meeting Location

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Porinou
Athina 117 42, Greece

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Athens 105 55
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Acropolis

The Acropolis of Athens (Ancient Greek: ἡ Ἀκρόπολις τῶν Ἀθηνῶν, romanized: hē Akropolis tōn Athēnōn; Modern Greek: Ακρόπολη Αθηνών, romanized: Akrópoli Athinón) is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens, Greece, and contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historical significance, the most famous being the Parthenon.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Herod Atticus Odeon

The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a stunning stone theater located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis in Athens. Built in 161 AD by the Roman senator Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, it was originally covered with a wooden roof and could seat around 5,000 spectators. Still in use today for concerts and performances, it is one of the finest examples of ancient Roman theater architecture in Greece.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Teatro Di Dioniso

The Theatre of Dionysus (or Theatre of Dionysos, Greek: Θέατρο του Διονύσου) is an ancient Greek theatre in Athens. It is built on the south slope of the Acropolis hill, originally part of the sanctuary of Dionysus Eleuthereus
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Parthenon

The Parthenon (/ˈpɑːrθəˌnɒn, -nən/; Ancient Greek: Παρθενών, romanized: Parthenōn [par.tʰe.nɔ̌ːn]; Greek: Παρθενώνας, romanized: Parthenónas [parθeˈnonas]) is a former templeon the Athenian Acropolis, Greece, that was dedicated to the goddess Athena. Its decorative sculptures are considered some of the high points of classical Greek art, and the Parthenon is considered an enduring symbol of Ancient Greece, democracy, and Western civilization.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Temple of Hephaestus

The Temple of Hephaestus is one of the best-preserved ancient Greek temples, located in the Ancient Agora of Athens. Dedicated to Hephaestus, the god of fire and craftsmanship, it was built around 449 BC during the height of the Athenian Empire. The temple showcases classical Doric architecture and offers a remarkable glimpse into ancient Greek religion and architecture.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Stoa of Attalos

The Stoa of Attalos is a grand, two-story colonnaded building in the Ancient Agora of Athens, originally built in the 2nd century BC by King Attalos II of Pergamon. Restored in the 1950s, it now houses the Museum of the Ancient Agora. The stoa served as a covered walkway and shopping area in ancient times and stands as a prime example of Hellenistic architecture and public life in classical Athens.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Ancient Agora of Athens

The ancient Agora of Athens (also called the Classical Agora) is the best-known example of an ancient Greek agora, located to the northwest of the Acropolis and bounded on the south by the hill of the Areopagus and on the west by the hill known as the Agoraios Kolonos, also called Market Hill.The Agora's initial use was for a commercial, assembly, or residential gathering place
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1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Acropolis, Parthenon and Ancient Agora Guided Tour with entrances?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Acropolis, Parthenon and Ancient Agora Guided Tour with entrances?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Entrance fees of both Acropolis monuments and Ancient Agora.
  • Hearing devices connected to guides microphone.
  • Licesned tour guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Pick up or drop off.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Acropolis, Parthenon and Ancient Agora Guided Tour with entrances is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Acropolis, Parthenon and Ancient Agora Guided Tour with entrances will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

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  • Entrance fees of both Acropolis monuments and Ancient Agora
  • Hearing devices connected to guides microphone
  • Licesned tour guide
  • Gratuities
  • Pick up or drop off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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