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Athens unexpected orientation small group guided walking tour
Syntagma Square, Athens, Greece,
Athens,
Greece
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Overview
Duration
4h
Languages
English, French
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect
Take part in a fascinating guided walking tour into the heart and soul of Athens.Discover this very old modern city and see how it evolved into one of Europe’s most interesting urban spaces. Witness some of Athens’ greatest contrasts: From the Old Royal Palace and the city’s affluent areas, where the rich and famous have always settled, to the hotbed of rebellious young thinkers where students gather to debate the issues of the day.Take in the architecture that reflects the vision of modern Athens as a successor to the glory that was Ancient Athens. Get a chance to explore some gentrified neighborhoods, where you can see some of the city’s best street art, jewelry designers, and retro boutiques. Discover how the Ottoman past is still alive in Athens’ flea market.Don´t just see the city; share in it, in the true tradition of Greek hospitality.
What to remember
Important info
- This tour runs with a maximum of 12 participants and requires a minimum booking of 2 participants
- In the unusual event that the minimum is not met you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund
- Please note there will be a stop for coffee and a snack on this tour, the cost of which are not included
- This tour includes a city map highlighting the transformation of the city over 2,500 years
- Due to the route and pace, this tour is not recommended for young children, those with reduced mobility, or pregnant women. This tour is not suitable for guests with strollers, wheelchairs or walking sticks
- It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water
What's included
Guided tour. Map. Tour guide
What's not included
Food and drinks
Know Before You Go
Highlights
Visit six different neighborhoods, ranging from working-class havens to boutique boulevards. Hear how Athens was transformed from a town into a modern city, all in the shadow of its own ancient glory. Uncover hidden spots with stories to tell or treasures (edible, wearable or collectible) to offer. Stop for coffee in a secret courtyard right in the middle of one of the city’s busiest spots. Catch up with what the city’s doing now – its street art, its new hotspots, its creative scene
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until 3 days in advance
Provider
Alternative Athens
Meeting Point
Your guide will be holding an Alternative Athens sign and will meet you at Syntagma Sq., in front of the fountain. Please make sure that you are at the meeting point 10 minutes before the starting time. The group will depart on time and those not present will be considered a no-show for which no refund can be made.