Acropolis and the Athens old town tour (Plaka & Monastiraki) | walking tours experience half day

Athens,Greece

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Duration

3 hours

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

18 people

Languages

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Overview

Monastiraki The tour starts at the lively area of Monastiraki square, in the heart of Athens where you will discover iconic landmarks, the Flea Market, lots of souvenir shops, and traditional tavernas all under the majestic eye of the Acropolis. Plaka & Anafiotika: The Neighborhood of the Gods Enter the... More

Monastiraki
The tour starts at the lively area of Monastiraki square, in the heart of Athens where you will discover iconic landmarks, the Flea Market, lots of souvenir shops, and traditional tavernas all under the majestic eye of the Acropolis.

Plaka & Anafiotika: The Neighborhood of the Gods
Enter the most unique part of the city and discover with your knowledgeable local tour leader, its tranquil, picturesque and mystic hidden corners. Anafiotika is located on a hill above Plaka district; for a while, forget the city sounds and get the feeling that you are walking through the alleys of a Cycladic island however, with a history of over 3.000 years! Stroll around the little alleys and admire the white washed cubic houses with bright painted shutters and beautifully carved wooden doors, a typical Cycladic architecture!

Connect the dots between “yesterday” and “today” by letting your tour leader unveil unknown parts of history and significant details on historical buildings, beautiful old chapels and numerous monuments. Create memories that will stay with you forever and…always have your camera ready!

Find hidden gems of unspoiled beauty and magnificent views and learn secrets unknown even to many Athenians.

After the first part of the tour, you will be introduced to your guide for the Acropolis part of the tour and you’ll have a chance to get a snack or a drink before the second part of the tour begins.

Acropolis
Entering on the south slope of the Acropolis, you’ll visit the Dionysus Sanctuary and Dionysus Theater before you walk up the slope leading to the Acropolis monuments. Panoramic views of the city will be perfect for Instagram-ready photos.

During your tour, you’ll gain insight into the significance of the historic monuments of Acropolis, including the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaea, the Nike Temple as well as other significant sights of Athens including the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Ancient Agora, the National Observatory of Athens and the city’s scenic hills: Filoppapos, Mars, and Pnyx.

The tour ends on top of the Acropolis.

Prices per person

50€/Adult 25+, Kids – Youth 06-24 EU and non EU citizens, Senior 65+ EU citizens.
Infant age 0-5 free o charge.

For less or more participants please contact us in order to offer you flexible rates.

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HIGHLIGHTS

This comprehensive city tour takes you to the modern sights in the heart of Athens and the most important ancient sights that have been standing in the city for millennia.
The tour concludes at the Acropolis which is one of the most visited and culturally revered ancient sights in the world.
Archaeological artifacts uncovered during the metro’s construction offer insight into daily life here thousands of years ago.
you’ll gain insight into the significance of the historic monuments of Acropolis including the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaia, the Nike Temple as well as other significant sights of Athens the Dionysus Sanctuary and Dionysus Theater.
Find hidden gems of unspoiled beauty and magnificent views in Plaka,Anafiotika and Monastiraki and learn secrets unknown even to many Athenians.

Included/Excluded

Local licensed guide for the Acropolis part of the tour.
Local tour leader for the Plaka & Monastiraki part of the tour.
Skip-the-line service.
Athens guide magazine.
Athens map.
VAT.
Liability Insurance.

Anything not mentioned above.
Transfer from/to your accommodation.
Entrance tickets to Archaelogical sites and museums.
Personal expenses.
Personal Insurance.
Any kind of food and beverage.
Tips and Portages (optional-gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost).

Tour's Location

Athens,Greece

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You will need to provide the nearest major hotel to where you are staying, and enter these details as the pick up in your booking request. Alternatively you can make your way to the main departure point (Nedontos 79 str.).

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