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Athens Center Walking Tour with Plaka and Local Market

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Athens Center Walking Tour with Plaka and Local Market

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Discover Athens beyond the guidebooks on a walking tour with a local guide, exploring iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and local life. Visit Monastiraki Square, Hadrian's Library, the Roman Agora, Plaka, and the charming neighborhood of Anafiotika. Admire historic churches, Athens' oldest house and oldest bar, Hadrian's Gate, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the National Garden, Syntagma Square, and the city's impressive Neoclassical Trilogy. Experience the vibrant Central Market and sample local favorites such as Greek olives, honey, olive oil, and traditional donuts. By the end of the tour, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Athens' history, culture, traditions, stories, and everyday way of life.

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Durată
5 ore
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Cel mult 12 persoane
Persoane pe rezervare
1–12
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engleză
Organizator
Royal Wanderers

Vârste: Bebeluși (0–4 ani) · Copii (5–12 ani) · Tineri (13–17 ani) · Adulți (18–84 ani) · Seniori (85–100 ani)

Ce include

Inclus

  • Inclus: Discover Athens’ iconic landmarks and uncover its history with your local guide.
  • Inclus: Snacks: Taste varieties of honey, olives and olive oil. At the end of the tour, enjoy delicious traditional Greek donuts and finish your experience with a sweet taste of Athens!

Nu este inclus

  • Nu este inclus: Entrance fees: All landmarks are admired from outside, with your guide sharing their stories, history, and cultural significance.

Itinerar

  1. Monastiraki Square

    20 min

    Monastiraki Square is a historic meeting point in Athens, surrounded by landmarks such as the Church of Panagia Pantanassa and the Tzistarakis Mosque. Beneath the area flows the ancient river Eridanos, revealing another hidden layer of the city's long history.

  2. Hadrian's Library

    10 min Intrarea nu este inclusă

    Hadrian’s Library was built in the 2nd century AD by the Roman Emperor Hadrian as a major cultural and intellectual center in Athens. Its impressive ruins reveal a large complex that once contained books, lecture rooms, and peaceful courtyards.

  3. Roman Agora

    10 min Intrarea nu este inclusă

    The Roman Agora was an important commercial and civic center of ancient Athens, built during the Roman period. Its most famous monument is the Tower of the Winds, a remarkable structure that once functioned as a clock, weather vane, and compass.

  4. Tower of the Winds

    10 min Intrarea nu este inclusă

    The Tower of the Winds is one of the best-preserved monuments of ancient Athens, built in the 1st century BC. This unique octagonal tower functioned as a clock, compass, and weather station, with sculptures representing the eight winds

  5. Plaka

    20 min

    Plaka is one of the oldest and most charming neighborhoods in Athens, located at the foot of the Acropolis. Its narrow streets, neoclassical houses, small shops, and traditional tavernas create a lively atmosphere that blends modern life with the city’s ancient past.

  6. Anafiotika

    20 min

    Anafiotika is a picturesque neighborhood beneath the Acropolis, known for its tiny whitewashed houses and narrow winding paths. Inspired by the traditional architecture of the Cycladic island of Anafi, it offers a peaceful escape in the heart of Athens.

  7. Saint Anargyri Church

    15 min

    The Church of Agioi Anargyroi in Plaka is a beautiful historic church tucked away in one of the oldest neighborhoods of Athens. Its traditional architecture and peaceful atmosphere make it a charming stop while exploring the narrow streets of Plaka.

  8. Tripodon Street

    5 min

    Tripodon Street is one of the oldest and most picturesque streets in Athens, located in the heart of Plaka. Its narrow, charming path is surrounded by neoclassical buildings and historic landmarks, offering a glimpse into the city’s ancient and traditional character.

  9. Mansion Benizelou

    20 min

    The Benizelos Mansion is the oldest surviving urban house in Athens, dating back to the 18th century. Located in Plaka, this historic mansion offers a glimpse into the traditional lifestyle and architecture of old Athens.

  10. Brettos Bar

    5 min

    Brettos is one of the oldest bars and distilleries in Athens, located in the heart of Plaka. Famous for its colorful rows of bottles and traditional atmosphere, it is a unique place to enjoy drinks while experiencing a piece of Athens’ history.

  11. Oprirea 11

    10 min

    The Monument of Lysicrates is a well-preserved ancient monument in the heart of Plaka, built in the 4th century BC by the wealthy Athenian Lysicrates. Its elegant circular design and Corinthian columns make it one of the most distinctive landmarks in the area.

  12. National Garden

    15 min

    The National Garden is a peaceful green oasis in the center of Athens, located next to Syntagma Square and the Greek Parliament. With its shaded paths, beautiful plants, ponds, and small monuments, it offers a relaxing escape from the busy city.

  13. Hellenic Parliament

    20 min

    The Hellenic Parliament is located in the historic Old Royal Palace at Syntagma Square, in the heart of Athens. It is the center of Greece’s political life and is famous for the Evzones who guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of the building.

  14. Change of Guards

    10 min

    The Changing of the Guards takes place in front of the Hellenic Parliament at Syntagma Square, performed by the ceremonial Evzones. The impressive traditional ceremony is a popular attraction, especially the full changing of the guard held every Sunday morning.

  15. Syntagma Station

    3 min

    Syntagma Square is the central square of Athens and one of the most important landmarks in the city. Surrounded by the Hellenic Parliament, historic buildings, hotels, and shops, it is a lively meeting point and a major hub for visitors and locals.

  16. Academy of Athens

    5 min

    The Academy of Athens is one of the most impressive neoclassical buildings in the city, located along Panepistimiou Street. Inspired by classical Greek architecture, it is decorated with statues and columns and serves as one of Greece’s most important academic institutions.

  17. National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

    5 min

    The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is one of the oldest and most important universities in Greece, located on Panepistimiou Street. Its historic neoclassical building is part of the famous Athenian “Neoclassical Trilogy,” together with the Academy of Athens and the National Library.

  18. Vallianeio Megaron

    5 min

    The Vallianio Megaro is a historic neoclassical building on Panepistimiou Street, forming part of Athens’ famous Neoclassical Trilogy. It once housed the National Library of Greece and remains an important landmark of the city’s cultural and architectural heritage.

  19. Klafthmonos Square

    5 min

    Klathmonos Square is a historic square in the center of Athens, located near Panepistimiou Street. Known for its beautiful neoclassical buildings and lively atmosphere, it is an important meeting point and a reminder of Athens’ rich urban history.

  20. Temple of Olympian Zeus

    10 min Intrarea nu este inclusă

    The Temple of Olympian Zeus is one of the largest ancient temples in Greece, located in the heart of Athens. Dedicated to Zeus, the king of the gods, it took centuries to complete and is known for its enormous Corinthian columns.

  21. Arch of Hadrian

    10 min

    Hadrian’s Arch is a monumental Roman gateway built in the 2nd century AD to honor Emperor Hadrian. Standing near the Acropolis, it marked the boundary between the ancient Greek city and the Roman expansion of Athens.

  22. Central Market Athens

    15 min

    The Central Market of Athens, also known as Varvakios Agora, is a lively traditional market in the heart of the city. Filled with fresh meat, fish, vegetables, spices, and local products, it offers an authentic glimpse into everyday Athenian life.

  23. Oprirea 23

    30 min

    Evripidou Street is where you can experience the real, everyday life of Athens, surrounded by lively shops, local markets, and the authentic smells of the city. Taste Greek olives, honey, and olive oil, discover one of Athens’ oldest tavernas dating back to 1900, breathe in the aromas of fresh spices, and experience the city as the locals do.

  24. Psirri

    15 min

    Psirri is one of the liveliest and most authentic neighborhoods in the heart of Athens, known for its colorful streets, local shops, street art, and traditional tavernas. By day, it offers a glimpse into everyday Athenian life, where you can taste traditional Greek donuts and local treats, while at night the neighborhood comes alive with music, food, bars, and a vibrant atmosphere.

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Bine de știut

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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