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Athens Acropolis & Ancient Agora: Mythology Small-Group Tour
Athens, Greece, Europe
$51.66
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Overview
Athens, the cradle of civilization, beckons with its rich tapestry of history and myth. Immerse yourself in a captivating journey through the city's most iconic landmarks and the legendary tales that shaped them.
- 🏷️ Acropolis Only Tour (2 hours): Enjoy a focused exploration of the Acropolis, perfectly timed for cooler temperatures and fewer crowds.
- 🕰️ Full Experience Tour (4 hours): Dive deeper into Athens' history with a comprehensive tour that includes the Acropolis and Ancient Agora.
- 👨🏫 An expert certified guide will illuminate the stories of Greek gods and heroes, bringing ancient myths to life.
- 🗺️ A fun ancient Athens map is included to help you navigate the wonders of this historic city.
- 🏛️ Visit the Parthenon, a masterpiece of ancient architecture that has inspired countless generations.
- 🎭 Explore the Theater of Dionysus, the birthplace of classical drama, where the works of legendary playwrights were first performed.
- 🏺 Discover the Temple of Hephaestus, one of the best-preserved ancient temples, dedicated to the god of craftsmanship.
- 🌿 Stroll through the Ancient Agora, the heart of Athenian life, where politics, commerce, and culture intertwined.
- 🚶♂️ This small group tour ensures an intimate experience, allowing for personalized attention from your guide.
- 📅 Public transportation options are conveniently available nearby, making your journey seamless.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Acropolis only (2h) - English
Duration: 2 hours
**Smallest group size in Athen: Explore the Acropolis on a 2-hour small group tour, perfectly timed for cooler temperatures and fewer crowds.
Duration: 2 hours
**Smallest group size in Athen: Explore the Acropolis on a 2-hour small group tour, perfectly timed for cooler temperatures and fewer crowds.
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Fun ancient Athens map
- Expert certified guide
- Small group for an optimal experience
- Ancient Agora (necessary for the 4h tour option)
- Acropolis of Athens necessary for the 2h & 4h tour option
- Transfer from/to meeting point
- Food or drinks
- Entrance fees to archaeological sites (we can prepurchase them for you)
Meeting point
Your meeting point is under the Arch of Hadrian (Hadrian's Gate), on Leof. Vasilisis Amalias.
The closest metro station is ACROPOLIS and then you’ll need to walk 5’ to get to the Arch of Hadrian.
Your guide will be waiting for you holding a sign "ALTERNATIVE ATHENS".
Return details
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Located between the Acropolis and the Ilissos river, the colossal Olympeion was one of the greatest ancient temples of Zeus and one of the most famous marble buildings in the ancient World. We will talk about the Temple and its stories from the outside.
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AcropolisThe greatest and finest sanctuary of ancient Athens, dedicated primarily to its patron, the goddess Athena, has been dominating the centre of the city for millenia. The monuments of the Acropolis (the Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechteion, the Propylae, the Theater of Dionysus,...), all unique masterpieces of ancient architecture, have influenced art and culture for many centuries and stand in harmony with their natural setting.
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Dionysus was the god of wine and grape harvest. The theatre of Dionysus was the oldest to be founded in Athens; it was in this theatre that the unsurpassed works by Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides and Aristophanes were performed for the first time.
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The Temple of Athena Nike was dedicated to the goddesses Athena and Nike. Nike was the goddess of victory in Greek mythology, and Athena was worshipped in this form, representative of being victorious in war. It is said that the cult statue of the goddess at the temple had no wings so that she would never leave Athens.
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ErectheionThe Erechtheion is an ancient Greek temple constructed on the Acropolis of Athens in order to house the ancient wooden cult statue of Athena and generally glorify the great city at the height of its power and influence.
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ParthenonThe Parthenon is temple that dominates the hill of the Acropolis at Athens. It was built in the mid-5th century BCE and dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena Parthenos (“Athena the Virgin”). The temple is generally considered to be the culmination of the development of the Doric order, the simplest of the three Classical Greek architectural orders.
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Ancient Agora of AthensThe Agora was the heart of ancient Athens, the focus of political, commercial, administrative and social activity, the religious and cultural centre, and the seat of justice.
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Temple of AriesThe magnificent temple of Hephaestus, one of the best preserved ancient temples in the world, was the place of worship for two important deities for many merchants and shop owners of the Ancient Agora: god Hephaestus, protector of all metallurgists, and goddess Athena Ergani, protecting all potters and the cottage industries.
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Athens Acropolis & Ancient Agora: Mythology Small-Group Tour
Athens, Greece, Europe
$51.66
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!