Stoa of Attalos

Guided tours

Make the most of Athens with an all-inclusive Athens City Pass. This full packed ticket unlocks access to over 30 top attractions, choose from. Marvel at the soaring heights of the Acropolis to the fascinating exhibits of the New Acropolis Museum. Dive into the ancient wisdom held at Hadrian's Library, and absorb the historic ambiance of Kerameikos, among plenty of other treasures. The Athens City Pass also includes a complimentary hop-on hop-off bus tour for 48-hours through the city's captivating streets. Take the stress out of planning your trip to Athens, and get to know the city's rich history, culture, and vibrant atmosphere through museums, tours, and gastronomy. To make your experience is fully complete, our top recommendation for you: Book your One Day Cruise, including hotel transfer and lunch buffet, to the famous three islands Hydra, Poros & Aegina. Explore the city at your own pace with up to 5 days validity and save up to 60 % compare to single bookings. The following attractions are included: Landmarks and monuments: - Acropolis with Parthenon and the North and South slope - skip the line entry ticket and time slot - Ancient Agora - Stoa of Attalos - Roman Agora - Hadrian`s Library - Temple of Olympian Zeus - Kerameikos - Lyceum - Arch of Hadrian - National garden & Diomedes Botanic garden - Athenian Trilogy Museum and galleries: - New Acropolis Museum - Herakleidon Museum - Kotsanas Museum: Ancient Greece – The Origins of Technologies - Kotsanas Museum: Ancient Greek Musical Instruments and Games - Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum - Museum of Illusions - Hellenic Motor museum Hop-on Hop-Off: - 48-hour Hop on Hop off bus ticket Activities & Leisure Attractions: Day Cruise from Athens to islands of Hydra, Poros & Aegina (incl. lunch buffet and hotel transfer), optional bookable Discount Partner (save up to 50% off): - Designer Outlet McArthurGlen - Museumsshop: "Alex Mylona" Macedonian Museum of Contemporary Art - Frissiras Museum - Mastiha Shop - Electric Bike Tours - Heteroclito Cave & Bar a Vin - Elixir, Spices & Herbs - Daily Theatrical Show

Experience Athens after dark on an e-bike ride through the city center. Listen to street musicians and enjoy the cooler air of the evening as you admire the historic monuments illuminated for the night. Climb the Hill of Nymphs for views of the Acropolis and Mount Lycabettus. Stop at Hadrian's Arch, the Temple of Zeus and the Greek Parliament building to admire the traditional tunics of the Evzones guards. Discover the site of the first modern Olympic Games at the Panathenaic Stadium. Cycle the picturesque streets of Plaka, lined with cafés and restaurants, and see the Ancient Agora, Temple of Hephaestus and porticoes of the Stoa of Attalos.

Experience the Roman Agora and the Ancient Agora at your own pace with this combo e-ticket and two captivating self-guided audio tours that can be downloaded to your smartphone device.  Receive your ticket by email and download the app and the audio tour onto your phone prior to your visit. Travel back in time to experience the grandeur of the Athenian Golden Age and uncover the impact of the Roman conquerors on the city. Follow the itinerary below: Start at 08:00 from Roman Agora and enter at 10:00 to Ancient Agora or choose to start tart at 10:00 from Roman Agora and enter at 12:00 to Ancient Agora. Remember you must be at the venue entrance 15 minutes before the starting time. Put on your headphones and explore the imposing Gate of Athena Archegetis, the famed Tower of the Winds, and the Mosque of the Conqueror. Stroll by the Monument of the Eponymous Heroes, the iconic Holy Apostles Church, and the renovated Stoa of Attalos. Learn historical information in an engaging way through the power of storytelling. Discover information and uncommon stories and anecdotes from the ancient times. Immerse yourself in content that is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief original stories. Play the audio tour repeatedly and at anytime, before or after your visit. Relate to your surroundings in an entirely original way. Take part in this unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into Ancient Athens, the birthplace of democracy.

The Ancient Agora of Athens was once the political, commercial and social heart of the ancient city. Throughout the centuries, it’s been under threat. First, it faced destruction at the hands of the Herulians when they ransacked the city in 267 AD. As time went by and the city expanded, the area endured years of neglect, and was gradually abandoned. On this walking tour, I’ll sift through the layers of Agora’s history and, by sharing stories from its famous and lesser-known residents, return it to its former glory. Our tour starts at the entrance to this archaeological site, the ancient Agora. From there, you’ll walk through the relatively small open space on the Northern slopes of the Acropolis and hear how the area was once an indispensable part of Athenian life, and a place where democracy was upheld. As you stroll around Agora’s ruins, I’ll show you where the Temple of Ares, Odeon of Agrippa concert hall, and the marketplace once stood. The entire site was a melting pot where merchants, bankers, traders, craftsmen, butchers, scribes, architects and builders would meet and mingle. I’ll tell you about who these people were, from philosophers who would wander about surrounded by their students, to the gossiping merchants who attended chariot races. On this tour, you’ll have a chance to: • Stroll down Panathenaic Street, one of the most popular ancient streets in the city • Find out how democracy was practised in ancient Athens • Take in the remains of Athens State Prison • Listen to stories from the city’s glory days • Gaze at the Holy Church of the Holy Apostles of Solakis, one of the few medieval buildings not torn down by archaeologists in their pursuit to unearth even older buildings • Learn about Socrates’ noble death • See the best-preserved temple in Greece • View Stoa of Attalos, the only reconstructed building within the Agora • Hear legends that blend with history If you’d like to escape the hustle and bustle of Athens’ city centre for a while, this is the tour for you! This hour-long walk will introduce you to the city’s political history and the everyday life of the ancient Athenians. It’s a rather difficult site to explore by yourself so join me on this walk-through time where I’ll shed light on the turbulent history of one of the city’s most fascinating neighbourhoods.

Experience Ancient Athens at your own pace with tickets for three of the top archaeological attractions of Athens, the Ancient Agora, the Olympieion, and the Ancient necropolis of Kerameikos, and three captivating self-guided audio tours on your smartphone. Follow the itinerary below: Start at 08:00 from Kerameikos, enter at 12:00 to Ancient Agora and end your day at 15:00 at Zeus Temple. Remember you must be at the venue entrance 15 minutes before starting time. Start your first visit by selecting your preferred time slot and receiving your e-tickets via email. Download the app and the audio tours on your phone, prior to your visit, and travel back in time to experience the grandeur of the Athenian Golden Age. It’s your chance to maximize your trip to Athens by visiting 3 important attractions of the city. Put on your headphones and discover three of the most well-known archaeological attractions of Athens through the power of storytelling and lose yourself in the beauty of its stories. The audio tours can be used repeatedly and anytime, before or after your visit.

Ancient Athens is one of Europe’s oldest cities, one with a continuous history whose beginnings can be traced some 5,000 years ago. That makes it not only one of the oldest cities in the world, but also the cradle of Western culture. The Greek capital is known as the cradle of democracy. Ancient Athenians have nurtured and advanced science and art and provided the basis for western culture. Athens is an open-air museum, so plan your tour ahead and spend your available time wisely.If you’re short on time but want to see everything that Athens has to offer, take a five-six hour tour by private transportation. The day starts with convenient pickup from your hotel. Traveling by private car enables you to take advantage of your time. You also have the flexibility to explore each attraction independently or add a licensed guide at an additional charge. 1. Acropolis, 1 hour 15 minutes -. Parthenon, - Erechtheion, - Temple of Athena Nike, - Theater of Dionysus, - Herod Atticus Odeon, 2. Acropolis Museum, 1 hour 3. Panathenaic Stadium, 10 minutes 4. Temple of Olympian Zeus, 10 minutes - Arch of Hadrian, Pass by without stopping - Zappeion, Pass by without stopping - National Garden, Pass by without stopping - Hellenic Parliament, Pass by without stopping - Syntagma, Pass by without stopping 5. Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, 10 minutes - National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Pass by without stopping - The Academy of Athens, Pass by without stopping - National Library of Greece, Pass by without stopping 6. Plaka, 55 minutes - Monastiraki, Pass by without stopping - Hadrian's Library, Pass by without stopping - Ancient Agora of Athens, Pass by without stopping - Stoa of Attalos, Pass by without stopping

Join us for an unforgettable journey with Ancient Agora Self-Guided Treasure Hunt & Tour! Begin your self-guided adventure at the ticket office of the ancient agora archaeological site. Use the Narratologies app to solve riddles, earn gems and learn more about the bustling city center of ancient Athens where Greeks would gather to exercise their democratic rights, shop and chat with each. Conclude your journey at the Stoa of Attalos and admire the unique shadowplay of its unending rows of columns. Don't waste any time and explore, learn and win! Mission Hello, citizen! It's time for me to introduce myself. I am the spirit of Democracy. I was born in ancient Athens and reside in the Ancient Agora and the Pnyx Hill. However, my position in my beloved city, which gave birth to me, is precarious. Tyrannical forces threaten to exile me from Athens. Will you help me?

Your private tour will start with the Acropolis, a complex of buildings that includes the Parthenon (main temple), the best example of classic architecture from the 5th-century BC, Erectheion (the temple with 6 female figurers, Caryatides), the Temple of Athena Nike (Wingless Godess), Propylaia (the monumental Gate), Odeon of Herodus Atticus, Dionysus theater and finally, the Mars Hill or Areios Pagos (the first ancient court and the place that St. Paul preached Christianity for the first time in Athens). The next stop will be the Temple Of the Olympian Zeus (the largest temple in Hellenic and Roman times), the Panathenian Stadium (the stadium of the first Olympic Games in 1896), the Memorial of the Unknown Soldier and the Changing of the Guards (Euzones) in front of the Greek Parliament, opposite the Syntagma or Constitutional Square. After that, you will see the Trilogy of Athens (the Academy, the First University of Athens and the National Greek Library) and finally, the Lycabettus Hill (the highest point of Athens) and don't forget to take some pictures and a memory in your mind and heart of the entire city. Drive through Plaka (the oldest neighborhood in Athens), a picturesque quarter of the city, where there are little shops with handmade crafts and gifts for you to buy and Monastiraki (Flea Market), where you can have a pleasant walk and shop with your friends and family. If time permits, your next stop will be the ancient Greek Agora or the Roman Agora (ancient markets), where you'll find the Temple of Hephaestus (the most well preserved temple in Greece), the Stoa of Attalos and the beautiful St. Catherine Orthodox Church. When you feel hungry, get ready to taste some famous Greek cuisine and have a memorable lunch. The tour will guide you to a traditional Athens restaurant or tavern. It's up to you to choose from a variety of flavors of the most well-known Greek dishes. After lunch, enjoy a visit to the New Acropolis Museum, where you can see the marbles of the Parthenon and a superb collection of artifacts and relics found on the Acropolis excavations or the National Archaeological Museum of Athens, almost twice the size of the previous one that houses some of the most important artifacts from a variety of archaeological locations not only Greece, but the Middle East and the Balkans as well from prehistory to late antiquity.

The tour starts by visiting the so called “sacred rock”, the Acropolis. Here you will see the Parthenon that was dedicated to goddess Athena (Parthenos), Propylea, the monumental entrance to the sacred area, the temple of Athena Nike which was dedicated to Athena-Nike (Victory) the Erechtheion with its famous female figures-statues the Caryatides or Maidens dedicated to both goddess Athena and god Poseidon. The Odeum of Herodus Atticus and the ruins of the first theatre in the whole world the Theatre of Dionysus and finally the Areopagus (Mars Hill). Then will proceed to the Temple of Olympian Zeus (visit) and then to Panathenaic or Kallimarmaro Stadium which hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 (short visit). We will drive by the Prime Minister’s Residence (Maximou Mansion), the former Royal Palace, today the Presidential Mansion and the House of Parliament with the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (short stop so as to watch the changing of the guards). We continue our tour by driving up to the highest point of Athens, the Lycabettus Hill (the best 360 degree panoramic view of Athens). From Lycabettus Hill we’ll proceed to the oldest and most picturesque neighbourhood of Athens, Plaka (stone-paved narrow streets, traditional Greek tavernas -best gyros- antique and souvenir stores) and the Tower of the Winds. After lunch (optional) a drive through the city centre to the area of the Flea Market (street bazaar, antique stores) where you will visit the Ancient Agora (the political, financial and commercial centre of ancient Athens). There you will see the Temple of Hephaistos, known also as Theseum (best preserved ancient temple in Greece) and the Stoa of Attalos (an ancient shopping centre) which was restored in the fifties by the American Archaeological School. It is a peaceful and inspiring site and especially in Spring when everything is in full bloom one’s spirit lifts! The tour will be completed with a visit to the National Archaeological Museum, the biggest museum in Greece with one of the most extensive and important archaeological collections in the world. It houses, among other important exhibits, the frescoes of the island of Santorini and the prehistoric golden collection of Mycenae with the famous mask of Agamemnon OR with a visit to the New Acropolis Museum, "Home" of the Parthenon Marbles and importand & impressive archaeological findings from the sacred rock of the Acropolis.

Αncient Athens is one of Europe’s oldest cities and now is on the "podium" with the most beautiful cities of our planet at night. Experience the nighttime side on this private evening tour. 1. Acropolis, 1hour 2. Panathenaic Stadium, 10 minutes 3. Temple of Olympian Zeus, Pass by without stopping 4. Arch of Hadrian, Pass by without stopping 5. Zappeion Garden, Pass by without stopping 6. National Garden, Pass by without stopping 7. Hellenic Parliament, 10 minutes 8. Syntagma, Pass by without stopping 9. Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, 15 minutes 10. National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Pass by without stopping 11. The Academy of Athens, Pass by without stopping 12. National Library of Greece, Pass by without stopping 13. Lykavittos (Mount Lycabettus), 20 minutes 14. Plaka, 1 hour 15. Monastiraki, Pass by without stopping 16. Hadrian's Library, Pass by without stopping 17. Stoa of Attalos, Pass by without stopping 18. Ancient Agora of Athens, Pass by without stopping