Byzantine and Ottoman Athens Tour
Overview
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)
What's Included
- Small talk and personal stories from the lives of Byzantine Emperors
- In-person guide which the driver also
- Snacks
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens (Admission per person is 3 Euros) this just optional
- Mimimum of travelers 5
Meeting Location
Leof. Vasilisis Amalias 50
Athina 105 58, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Monastiraki
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mansion Benizelou
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ekklisia Agios Nikolaos Ragkava
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Church of St. Mary Pantanassa
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Church of Kapnikarea
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Holy Church Of Saint Irene
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Agias Ekaterinis
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Temple of Olympian Zeus
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Little Metropolis
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tripodon
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kolokotroni Statue
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Statue of Constantine XI Palaiologos
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Not recomended for people they dont usually walk
- Not recommended for travelers with hearing problems
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Small talk and personal stories from the lives of Byzantine Emperors.
- In-person guide which the driver also.
- Snacks.
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens (Admission per person is 3 Euros) this just optional.
- Mimimum of travelers 5.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Byzantine and Ottoman Athens Tour is as follows:
- 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
- Not recomended for people they dont usually walk
- Not recommended for travelers with hearing problems
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Byzantine and Ottoman Athens Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Small talk and personal stories from the lives of Byzantine Emperors
- In-person guide which the driver also
- Snacks
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens (Admission per person is 3 Euros) this just optional
- Mimimum of travelers 5
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Not recomended for people they dont usually walk
- Not recommended for travelers with hearing problems
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
