Enjoy this private 3-hour walking tour with your own professional tour guide and discover the beautiful historical center of Athens and its two most emblematic neighbourhoods with your private official tour guide. Your guide will walk you around the historical center, across Plaka and Monastiraki during a 3 hour private walking tour.
Enjoy Plaka. Plaka, a neighborhood with a rustic touch and narrow cobbled streets full of tiny shops that sell jewelry, clothing and local ceramics. Family-run cafes and taverns are open late and the Cine Paris shows classic films outdoors. A short distance away, the whitewashed houses of the Anafiotika neighborhood give the small enclave a certain air of a Greek island.
After Plaka, walk alongside your tour guide towards Monastiraki. It is a lively area famous for its iconic landmarks such as the ruins of Hadrian's Library, the ancient Agora, and the rebuilt Stoa of Attalus, with a museum displaying Athenian artifacts. Enjoy views of the Acropolis.
Sightseeing the neighbourhood.
In the shadow of the Acropolis and its ancestral temples, at the foot of the hill, is Plaka, a neighborhood with a rustic touch and narrow cobbled streets full of tiny shops that sell jewelry, clothing and local ceramics. Family-run cafes and taverns are open late and the Cine Paris shows classic films outdoors. A short distance away, the whitewashed houses of the Anafiotika neighborhood give the small enclave a certain air of a Greek island.
Sightseeing the neighbourhood.
Monastiraki is a lively area famous for its iconic landmarks such as the ruins of Hadrian's Library, the ancient Agora, and the rebuilt Stoa of Attalus, with a museum displaying Athenian artifacts. Artisan soaps, handmade sandals and souvenir T-shirts are sold in the colorful stalls of the Monastiraki flea market. The surrounding streets are lined with traditional taverns and restaurants, many with views of the Acropolis.
Enjoy a 1 hour visit of Roman Agora alongside your private official tour guide. Take incredible pictures and enjoy one of Athens most important monuments. The Roman Agora at Athens is located to the north of the Acropolis and to the east of the Ancient Agora.
Plaka is characterized by many churches, however, the most crowded by tourists is the one of St. Nicholas Rangavas, it has a particular design so it would be one of the opportune places to visit.
This was a theological school that was established in 1721 on the orders of Mehmet Fahri.
Throughout the center of the Plaka neighborhood, is arranged the so-called Lantern of Lysicrocrates, specifically in the street called Tripodon, this is a monument that was created in order to remember the award he got Lysicrocrates, for having made the best play in Athens, in the year 334 BC, will be a pleasure to know this wonderful place, so take the time and visit it.
Most people call it Mitropoli. This is the most important church in Athens. Although it was built in 1842, it is not as old as others, and a series of renovations have been made to the building.
If you visit the Cathedral of the Annunciation of St. Mary, you can also visit the Church of Agios Eleftherios of Athens, as they are located next to each other.
This is an octagonal-shaped construction that was built using Pentelic marble, a variety of marble from Mount Pentelicus.
Entrance of the Fleah Market in Monastiraki Square. If your hotel is located in the city center, walking pick up can be arranged. Contact after booking with hotel details.
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Athens, the capital of Greece, is a city rich in history and culture, often considered the cradle of Western civilization. It is home to iconic ancient landmarks, vibrant neighborhoods, and a thriving modern scene.
The Acropolis is the most iconic landmark in Athens, featuring ancient ruins and temples, including the Parthenon.
The heart of ancient Athens, featuring the Temple of Hephaestus and the Stoa of Attalos.
A charming, historic neighborhood with narrow streets, neoclassical houses, and vibrant nightlife.
A modern museum showcasing artifacts from the Acropolis and its surroundings.
An ancient temple dedicated to Zeus, once the largest temple in Greece.
A baked dish with layers of eggplant, minced meat, and béchamel sauce.
Grilled meat skewers, often served with pita bread and tzatziki.
A yogurt-based dip with cucumber, garlic, and herbs.
A sweet pastry made with layers of filo, nuts, and honey syrup.
The best time to visit Athens is during the spring and autumn months when the weather is pleasant and the tourist crowds are smaller.
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Athens is generally safe for travelers, but petty crime and pickpocketing can occur in tourist areas. Be cautious with your belongings and avoid poorly lit areas at night.
Athens Central Railway Station
KTEL Bus Station
Clean, efficient, and air-conditioned. Easy to navigate with clear signage in English.
Available • Apps: Beat, Uber
Car, Bike, Scooter
A scenic coastal area featuring the Temple of Poseidon with stunning views of the Aegean Sea.
An ancient archaeological site and home to the famous Oracle of Delphi.
A unique landscape featuring rock formations and medieval monasteries perched atop cliffs.
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