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Byzantine and Ottoman Athens Tour

4.3 (6 reviews) 3–4 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Byzantine and Ottoman Athens Tour

About this activity

It is a comprehensive visit to Plaka offering a guided tour to important monuments and landmarks related to the Byzantine and Ottoman periods of Athens, both of which gave Athens its modern identity.

We visit Byzantine Churches and historical landmarks on the streets of Athens . We see and speak about frescoes and icons. There is an option that we visit a monastery in the middle of the capital.

The tour is suitable for people who like to walk and want to learn new cultures, or are accustomed to the Ottoman and Christian interaction. Τhe tour comprises entrance to relevant museums (no added cost)

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At a glance

Duration
3–4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–30
Operated by
paraskevi zografou

Ages: Adults (18–76 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: In-person guide which the driver also
  • Included: Small talk and personal stories from the lives of Byzantine Emperors

Not included

  • Not included: Snacks
  • Not included: Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens (Admission per person is 3 Euros) this just optional
  • Not included: Mimimum of travelers 5

Itinerary

  1. Monastiraki

    15 min

    The story of the mosque and the monastery existed in the 10nth century

  2. Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens

    10 min Admission not included

    We will talk about the architecture, the story of the church, and the life and deeds of two martyrs. We will visit the heirloom

  3. Mansion Benizelou

    10 min Admission not included

    Visit the mansion and see the architecture and operation of each part of it. Alms are welcomed

  4. Stop 4

    10 min

    Its story and architecture

  5. Church of Saint Nicholas Rangavas

    10 min

    The Byzantine architecture, the interior of the church, secret stories about famous byzantine personalities, the role of women in Byzantium, an iconic item

  6. Gate of Medrese

    Passing by

    The story of the monument

  7. Church of St. Mary Pantanassa

    10 min

    The story, the architecture and a special link to a personality discussed in the tour

  8. Church of Kapnikarea

    15 min

    The story, the architecture, the wall paintings, and the frescoes of the church

  9. Holy Church Of Saint Irene

    10 min

    The medieval architecture, special wall paintings at the interior, the church's role in the Greek Revolution.

  10. Stop 10

    Passing by

    The story of a lost neighborhood, its culture

  11. The Bathhouse of the Winds

    Passing by

    The importance of baths in art and history

  12. Stop 12

    10 min

    The Byzantine Architecture, the special icons and wall paintings at the interior, the link of the church with the Orthodox Tradition

  13. Stop 13

    10 min

    See it and discuss it as a place of torture. No entrance unless asked

  14. Little Metropolis

    10 min

    Its masonry and the church's important story in Byzantine times

  15. Stop 15

    10 min

    The most ancient street in Europe and its attractions

  16. Kolokotroni Statue

    10 min

    The life story of a hero and the craft of its statue

  17. Statue of Constantine XI Palaiologos

    10 min

    The life story of the last Emperor of the Byzantine Empire

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • You will find me right beneath the arch, on the side of the Olympian Columns. I ll be cholding a blue A4 paper with your name on it

End point

  • You will find me right beneath the arch, on the side of the Olympian Columns. I ll be cholding a blue A4 paper with your name on it

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

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

  • Not recomended for people they dont usually walk

  • Not recommended for travelers with hearing problems

Options

  • 20th century

    MORE SIGHTS: We will visit The Rebetis Bridge and the Lipasmata Park in Piraeus.For keen walkers

  • Byzantine and Ottoman Athens Tour

Traveller ratings

4.3 out of 5 · 6 reviews
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