Ancient Agora and Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert
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Ancient Agora and Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert is a 3-hour experience in Athens, Greece, from $29 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 12 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (12)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $29 per person
The Ancient Agora formed the center of commercial life in Ancient Athens. As the main marketplace it was where people gathered, as well as the site where western democracy and many areas of Philosophy were developed. Ind
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About this experience
The Ancient Agora formed the center of commercial life in Ancient Athens. As the main marketplace it was where people gathered, as well as the site where western democracy and many areas of Philosophy were developed. Indeed the most famous philosophers of Greek antiquity such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle choose this place to teach their students. The Agora was the heart of ancient Athens' democracy, where citizens participated directly in government and principles like meritocracy and equality before the law were established during the 5th century BCE. Close above sits the Acropolis, the pinnacle of classical Greece with its Parthenon and Erechtheion and other Temples forming the most sacred center of worship. Our Professional Licensed, Archaeological guide will meet you at your Hotel or other Athens Address (if in easy walk of the Acropolis) and lead you through both sites bringing 5000 years of history to life with you in a Private Exclusive tour for your group only.
What's included
Included
- Whisper Communication System for groups of 6 or more
- Private Tour with Licensed Expert Guide
Not included
- Admission Tickets & Cost (Hassle free Tickets can be organized on reqest after booking - extra cost)
What you'll see and do
Makrygianni
Our Private tour takes 3-Hours which is roughly split into 80 Minutes at the Acropolis and associated Temples, Theaters and buildings, and 80 Minutes at the Ancient Agora. MEETING OUR GUIDE. Your guide will be waiting at the 'Acropoli' Metro Station at street level which is located at 7 Makrygianni Street, and close to the Acropolis Museum Our meeting spot provides an ideal perspective from which to view the surrounding wall of the Acropolis built by the earlier Mycenean Civilization and to provide you with an introduction to the History of the Acropolis, its importance and role in the life of ancient Greece, and an overview of the temples & amazing monuments you are about to see.
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Acropolis
TOURING THE ACROPOLIS and PARTHENON. Usually, you will continue first with a visit to the Acropolis lasting approximately 80 minutes during which time you will see all of the Temples, Theaters, and associated buildings such as the monumental gateway (Propylaea), Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheum, and of course the Parthenon.
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Theatre of Dionysus
Still in a good state of preservation, one of our first stops is the Ancient THEATER OF DIONYSUS. Built in the 4th & 5th century BC in a natural amphitheater o nthe slopes of the Acropolis it would have had an impressive capacity of 25000, it is considered the world's oldest. Amazing to think that many of the most famous Ancient Greek plays would have had their original premieres here!
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Ascend towards the monumental gateway (Propylaia) and entrance to the Acropolis. As the Temples of the Acropolis come into view, the Ancient Greeks would have been greeted by an enormous decorated Bronze Statue of the Goddess Athena. As legend has it, the tip of her upheld spear could be seen by incoming ships in the sunlight.
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Temple of Athena Nike
Built around 420 BC, and one of the earliest temples of the Acropolis, this Classical Ionic Temple was dedicated to the Goddess Athena and is largely restored, with a prominent position overlooking the City.
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Parthenon
The pinnacle of the 'Golden-Age' of Classical Greece, this temple was an unrivaled mastepiece of Art, Architecture and Engineering as well as the heart of Ancient Greek ceremony and worship in Athens. We Take time at this most important temple with an overview of its construction, mythology and Historical importance.
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Erectheion
The second largest temple of the Acropolis, the Erechtheion was Dedicated to both Zeus and the Goddess Athens and your guide will illuminate some of its wonderful Mythology and main aspects such as its impressive statues that you will now see in the Museum.
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Herod Atticus Odeon
Built in AD 161 by Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, this stunning Marble amphitheater continues as a working theater to the present day.
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Acropolis Museum
TOURING THE NEW ACROPOLIS MUSEUM (approximately 80 minutes) A short distance from the Acropolis you will see many of its original masterpieces along with models, videos & interactive installations housed in this state-of-the-art museum. Your guide will illuminate the most impressive & significant pieces along with the stories of myth & legend behind them. The tour's combination of the Acropolis and Museum form a perfect pairing in the understanding of the core of the 'Golden age' of Classical Greece. ENDING YOUR TOUR. Your guide will return you to the meeting point or choose to stay, enjoying the sights of the City!
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Ancient Agora of Athens
Marketplace and center of life for the Ancient Greeks at the base of the Acropolis, this was also home to local workshops Temples and important monumets.
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Stoa of Attalos
A recreation of an ancient center of commerce from where various traders would work. It provides a window into the lives of the ancient Greeks and is now an onsite museum housing many of the artifacts uncovered from the site.
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Temple of Aries
The most complete remaining Temple of Greek Antiquity.
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Athens
Additional booking options: ACROPOLIS ONLY (1.5-hrs): If selecting this tour option during booking we recommend selecting a time after lunch for a crowd-free experience as well as enjoying the 'Golden Light' and the best time to view the honey-colored hues of the temple's ancient Architecture and surrounding city views. ACROPOLIS & ANCIENT AGORA (1.5-hr): If selecting this tour you will meet our guide at the main entrance of the Ancient Agora. CITY TOUR LUXURY VEHICLE (4-hrs tour by vehicle): If selecting this tour option during booking you will be picked up from your Cruise Ship, Central Athens Hotel, or other Address. This 4-Hour Private Tour includes the following stops. ACROPOLIS - OLD TOWN & PLAKA - TEMPLE OF ZEUS - HADRIANS ARCH - OLYMPIC STADIUM - ATHENS TRILOGY - SYNTAGMA SQUARE & THE TRADITIONAL EVZONE GUARDS. A Licensed Expert Guide will accompany you through the Acropolis and other sites.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Athens
MEETING POINT: 7 Makrygianni Street, 117 42 Your guide will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
MEETING POINT: 7 Makrygianni Street, 117 42 Your guide will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written.
Options you can book
ANCIENT AGORA PRIVATE 90-Minut
90-Minute PRIVATE TOUR: Private expert guiding of the Ancient Agora Fully Private Basis
ANCIENT AGORA & ACROPOLIS 3-hr
3-HOUR PRIVATE TOUR : Private expert guiding of the Ancient Agora, Parthenon & Temples of the Acropolis WALKING TOUR Duration: 3 hours
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- WARMPENGUIN
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- ADMISSION TICKETS: Please note that neither Archaeological site entrance tickets, nor their cost is not included. We will contact you after booking to ask if you need us to purchase Skip-The-Line Tickets, so your guide has them all ready for you! Kindly check your messages after booking. If you have not replied, we assume you have purchased your tickets for the appropriate time slots & we are not responsible for any delays. Please note that tickets may sell out days or weeks in advance and need to be booked for a specific date and time slot or admission will not be granted.
- Please note there is some walking distance between the Acropolis and Agora so this is not suitable for persons of reduced mobility
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 12 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
4 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
12 verified traveler reviews for Ancient Agora and Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Acropolis & Acora - feel like ancient times
This was an excellent tour with a fabulous lesson in history that made it feel like we were in ancient times. Our guide Lydia was fabulous! At a number of places on the Acropolis and the Agora she showed us photographs of the ruins as they exist now and then with a clear overlay with a painting of what the buildings used to look like. We had been up all night on a flight and the tour was late afternoon, yet she made it so interesting and enjoyable that the 3 hours flew by even in 96 degree F or 38 C heat and sun. Highly recommend!! Thank you Lydia.
Response from the operator: Dear Tracie Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your tour with us. It was great to host you in Athens & we all wish you a safe return home Warm wishes Warmpenguin Tours
via Viator
Definitely recommend!
Our guide Anastasia was knowledgeable and pleasant. We covered so much in a few hours. They do a great job now managing crowds. Exceeded expectations!
Response from the operator: Dear Lynne Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your tour with us. It was great to host you in Athens & we all wish you a safe return home Warm wishes All at Warmpenguin Tours
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Informative and thorough...
Informative and thorough tour guide. Made the tour very enjoyable! Explained the history very well including a book of reference for full visuals.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your tour with us. It was great to host you in Athens & we all wish you a safe return home Warm wishes All at Warmpenguin Tours
via Viator
Amazing tour! Guide Mariza is the best.
What an amazing experience this was. Everything from start to finish was handled promptly, including tickets, entrances. The highlight of the tour wasn’t the acropolis or the agora, although those are magnificent aspects of history. The highlight was honestly our guide Mariza. I’ve done a handful of these guided tours in different countries, and I can confidently say she was the best of the best. You can see truly how much she cares about what she is teaching, from her stories, to her emotions, to the amount of knowledge she possesses in her craft. We were blown away by her hospitality, her friendliness, and her intelligence about everything Greek history and mythology. Mariza was the TOUR! Meeting point was easy and efficient, tour was about 3 hours— it’s honestly worth every single penny! Book book! And ask for Mariza! You will be a better person for it.
Response from the operator: Your wonderful review was really nice for all of us to read. Thank you so much for choosing us for your tour! We hope to see you back again in the future. Best Wishes from all of us at Warmpenguin Tours
via Tripadvisor
Outstanding tour.
Petros was an excellent guide: on-time, friendly and professional, gave us an exceptional commentary on the history of the site, kept a comfortable pace, made sure we had water, overall an excellent guide.
Response from the operator: Dear Clinton Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are really glad that our tour helped you make the most of your time here & hope to see you back again soon. Best Wishes for all your future travels All the team at Warmpenguin Tours!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $29 to $381
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 71
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Ancient Agora and Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Athens.
How much does Ancient Agora and Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert cost?
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Prices start at $29 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Athens usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Ancient Agora and Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Athens is not rushed.
Is Ancient Agora and Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 12 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Athens, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Ancient Agora and Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Ancient Agora and Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Ancient Agora and Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Athens can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Athens and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ancient Agora and Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Athens within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Athens?
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On Outty we rank every Athens experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Athens Small Group E-Bike Tour, Small Group Greek Traditional Food Tour in Athens 20+ Tastings, Athens Scenic Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Athens?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Athens?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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