Ancient Agora and Acropolis Private Tour with Licensed Expert
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
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.
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.
Options
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
ANCIENT AGORA PRIVATE 90-Minut
90-Minute PRIVATE TOUR: Private expert guiding of the Ancient Agora Fully Private Basis
What‘s Included
Whisper Communication System for groups of 6 or more
Private Tour with Licensed Expert Guide
Admission Tickets & Cost (Hassle free Tickets can be organized on reqest after booking - extra cost)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very engaging and well paced tour of this wonderful and inspiring ancient site
Andrew W,Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a wonderfully paced and entertaining morning we just spent with our tour guide Mandio. We got the early start before the Acropolis got too hot and crowded and enjoyed our tour there before wandering down to the ancient agora to learn more about the golden age of Athens. We finished up the tour with a quick drink and a chat with Mandio before heading off through Plaka to see the changing of the guard at Syntagma square.
Truly engaging experience with a knowledgeable and passionate guide
AFMilton,Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an enjoyable and entertaining experience. Manto is an engaging and knowledgeable guide. Because she was with us, we spent more time looking and taking in the sights than we would have done with a regular audio guide. We could ask questions whenever we wanted and the whole thing just became more interactive and memorable for all of us; even our teenage son. What a great way to spend a morning in Athens.
Do not miss
698kirstenf,Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So glad we did this! Great guide and way less busy than acropolis. Worth it! Guide answered all our crazy questions and allowed time for pictures. Able to go at our pace. Very enjoyable!
Exceptional tour guide, you won’t regret booking this tour!
Trail223748,Sep 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent tour and exactly what we wanted! Just my wife and I and an incredibly knowledgeable guide that provided unique insight to the Ancient Agora and Acropolis. Our guide, “Shorty”, was witty and entertaining as she explained the past and its far reaching impacts to our world. Brilliant, a must do!
The Only Way to See The Acropolis
jessel111,May 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful tour and excellent guide! Educational and entertaining. Also very helpful for navigating through crowds. Highly recommend this tour.
Rich and Memorable tour of the Acropolis and Ancient Agora
bethh412,Apr 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Vicky, was incredible! So worth the money to have someone explain the history and point out details you would never see on your own. We covered a lot of ground in our morning with her and are looking forward to returning for even more! Kids loved the tour as well as Vicky kept it interesting for all and was happy to answer their questions and keep them engaged. So worth it!!!
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