Highlights and Hidden Gems in Athens Walking Tour
Description
So you want to see the highlights of Athens, but not like everybody else? You should - Acropolis Hill is stunning! And now you can discover all the must-sees along a road that only locals know, through hidden alleys and ancient roads in the most awesome walking tour Walk along the city in the steps of philosophers, conquerors, rebels and ordinary people, through the modern and ancient city routes. Wandering through streets that enclose a rich history you will able to reconstruct the past into the present due to your interactive tour. Be prepared to wide your knowledge and let your thought travel through the stories that lies beyond the present of this historic city.The Hidden Athens experience will allow you to walk along the city through the eyes of Urban Athens Collective, a group of locals, who love their city.
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Itinerary
Learn about the modern Athens, the meaning of Syntagma, Visit the Tomb of Uknown Soldier, and be amazed from the National Guards
Explore the National Garden and discover the ruins of the Ancient city
Admire the Neoclassical Ceremonial Center for the 1st modern Olympic Games of 1896
Head to the Panathenaic Stadium
Stroll around Temple of Zeus
Stroll around Acropolis, discover Plaka, and the hidden island of Athens, admire the view from Mars Hill
A Market with more than thousand years of use
End your tour at Monastiraki square, where the past meets the present.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Dress code is casual
Reviews(12)
Your itinerary is very descriptive but my guide Helen added so MANY more details that made this walk highly informative.
Guide was a no show. No notice, no communication. Very disappointed. We specifically picked this tour. Would like to rebook but wasn't an option.
Be prepared for a lot of uphill walking. Wear comfortable shoes. Great tour - walked through many interesting areas that probably get overlooked with large groups. Host was very knowledgeable about history and the area. Opportunity for shopping, too.
Dionysis was very knowledgeable and had lots of interesting information to share. Although the tour visits main tourist attractions, I still felt I got to see hidden gems.
There so many side areas in Athens you would never see or hear their without the tour guide. Alice was very knowledgeable and patient on our long walk through the city.
I was fortunate to be the only client on tour, so Dionysus/Dennis agreed we could wander into places I had not been yet and so we did. My extended conversations with him were a highlight of my Greek trip. I peppered him with questions.... Well educated about the historical sights we were seeing, both ancient and modern, Dennis gave me historical context, shared his views about culture and politics and gave me a sense of what it is like to be a Greek in this modern world. I appreciated him greatly, as well as the walk around what I considered to be greater hidden gems, the Monasteraki and Psiri neighborhoods, which I might not have gotten to on my own, or with such insight into what makes those neighborhoods unique.
We enjoyed seeing the Plaka area and visiting the cute little red-roofed houses. It was a very detailed trip which we had to cut short as we needed to meet our transfer deadline.
The person who guided me (Eleni) was beyond amazing! She accommodated the schedule due to a problem with subway (fires), and I was stuck at the airport, trying to check-in at the hostel and show up for the tour! Best part: I didn’t ask! She offered as soon as she heard I would not make on time! Besides that, she took me to places where I barely saw a tourist, but I found many hidden gems (indeed), such as graffiti, and she also has a lot of knowledge about the places (she will share everything with you)! Eleni also pointed out places to eat and what to order! I had a great time and I recommend this tour and her!
Fantastic tour! Original and inspirational! The guide is extremely friendly and well-informed and delivers a fascinating tour. Definitely recommend!!!
Excellent presentation if you want to learn something more than just a tour! A different view of Athens.