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Athens Highlights Walking Tour in Greece

Athens, Greece

Explore Athens' highlights, from Syntagma Square and the National Library to the Panathenaic Stadium and Temple of Zeus, blending history and beauty in one tour.

Cancellation policy

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Duration 3h 30m

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Languages

English, German, Russian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, cn, Italian, Czech, Arabic, Thai, Polish, Dutch, Turkish

Group size

1–10 travelers

Full description

Embark on a captivating walking tour through Athens, where history and culture come to life. Begin at Syntagma Square, the heart of the city, and stroll past the impressive Sleeman Building and the prestigious University of Athens. Discover the grandeur of the National Library and the iconic Academy of Athens, architectural gems that showcase the city's intellectual legacy.

Continue your journey through time as you visit the Old Parliament and unwind in the serene National Gardens, offering a peaceful escape in the city's center. The tour culminates at the awe-inspiring Panathenaic Stadium, site of the first modern Olympic Games, and the majestic Temple of Zeus, a testament to ancient Greece’s grandeur. This walking tour offers a perfect blend of Athens' historic landmarks and beautiful landscapes.

Itinerary

Hellenic Parliament, Athens 105 57, Greece. House of the Greek parliament and the Monument to the Unknown Soldier and watch the changing of the guards.

National Garden, Leoforos Amalias 1, Athens 10557 Greece.  Your tour then continues towards the National Gardens 

Panathenaic Stadium, Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue, 999-20, Athens 999-20 Greece. The Panathenaic Stadium or Kallimarmaro is a multi-purpose stadium in Athens, Greece. One of the main historic attractions of Athens, it is the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble.

Zappeion Conference & Exhibition Center, Leof. Vasilissis Olgas, Athens Greece. Passing by the beautiful neoclassical Zappeion Hall

Temple of Olympian Zeus, Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas Leoforos Amalias, Athens 105 57 Greece. Temple of Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch

What’s included

Included

  • Guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • English-Speaking Guide

Not included

  • Personal Expenses
  • Entrance Fees - Visit to the Acropolis
  • Tips 
  • Private Transportation - Pick up/ drop off service

Important information

Meeting point

Athens, Greece

Don’t forget

Confirmation will be received at time of bookingNot wheelchair accessibleEntrance Fees: Acropolis: Full: €20, Reduced: €10 Combo Ticket: Full: €30, Reduced: €15 (Acropolis of Athens, Ancient Agora of Athens, Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos, Archaeological Site of Lykeion, Hadrian's Library, Kerameikos, Museum of the Ancient Agora, North slope of the Acropolis, Olympieio, Roman Agora of Athens, South Slope of Acropolis). Valid for 5 days.Please note: Tickets for the archaeological sites can be issued also separately with a different cost for each site.Free Admission Days: 6 March (in memory of Melina Mercouri) 18 April (International Monuments Day) 18 May (International Museums Day) The last weekend of September annually (European Heritage Days) 28 October Every first Sunday from November 1st to March 31stHolidays: 1 January,25 March,1 May,Easter Sunday,25 December: closed 26 December:ClosedMost travellers can participateThe tour does not include visit to the Acropolis site. Guide can give you all the information needed and clients if they wish must enter the site on their own. The tour can end outside the Acropolis site.Meeting point is at Syntagma square at the fountain.

Cancellation policy

Non-Standard Viator policy 100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

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