Explore at your pace
Audio guide
Guided tour
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Explore the Ancient Agora, one of Athens’ most important historic sites, with a self-guided audio tour on your phone.
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Understand how democracy took shape here and why the site mattered in daily Athenian life.
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Listen to stories of influential Athenians like Pericles, Aristides, and Socrates as you explore.
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Entrance fee/adult e-ticket for the Ancient Agora
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Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone (Android & iOS) in English, Italian, German, and Spanish
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Offline content (text, audio narration and maps)
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Live Guide
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Smartphone or headphones
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Explore the Ancient Agora with a self-guided audio tour, uncovering the roots of Athenian democracy and iconic historic landmarks.
Getting started
Begin at the Ancient Agora, where you’ll launch your audio guide on your smartphone and get an introduction to the democratic system of ancient Athens.
What to expect
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See the Temple of Hephaestus and learn about Solon’s reforms that shaped early civil society.
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Walk past the remains of the Bouleuterion, once the city’s assembly house, as stories of figures like Pericles and Aristides the Just bring the site to life.
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Visit the Museum of the Ancient Agora to explore artifacts and insights into how Athenians upheld their democratic values.
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Take in views of the Acropolis from the Rock of Ares and Pnyx Hill, key sites tied to public debate and governance.
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Climb Philopappos Hill to spot the prison of Socrates and learn about the philosopher’s life and legacy.
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End your tour at the Theater of Dionysus, the world’s oldest theater, located near the Acropolis archaeological site.
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Accessibility
- Guide dogs are allowed into the attraction.
Additional information
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Outside food and drinks are allowed into the attraction.
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Photography is allowed at the attraction.
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The audio guide is available on iOS and Android mobile phones.
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Download the ticket and audio tour while on WiFi before your visit as your, mobile signal may be weak at the site.
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After booking, check your email (including spam) for instructions on how to access and download your audio tour. Make sure your smartphone is fully charged.
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Expect possible long queues at the entrance, so you may need to wait.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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