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Unexpected Athens Orientation Tour - Small Group

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Athens, Greece
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4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French

Overview

**Small group size: 12 people maximum**

Discover the heart and soul of the real city with this alternative walking tour. You will visit five different neighborhoods, ranging from working-class havens to boutique boulevards. You’ll explore modern markets, ancient walls and everything in between on this fun, active tour. We won't just show you the city; we will share it with you, in the true tradition of Greek hospitality, uncovering hidden spots with stories to tell!

This is a small-group tour limited to 12 participants to ensure that you’ll have your guide’s attention and can ask questions as you go.

What's Included

  • Fun map of Athens
  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Plateia Syntagmatos
Athina, Greece

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End point

Monastiraki
Athina, Greece

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Syntagma

The central square of Athens is dominated by the Greek Parliament (formerly the Royal Palace) and characterized by the high energy level created by the constant movement of people through the city’s busiest crossroads.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kolonaki / Lykavittos

For more than three-quarters of a century, this has been the most upmarket neighbourhood in the center of the city; thanks to its cutting-edge boutiques, chic sidewalk cafés and gourmet restaurants, this is where the capital’s beautiful people meet, eat and shop.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Exarchia

Right in the heart of Athens is this politically charged district famous for its progressive social ideas and the dozens of very affordable tavernas, bars and snack-shops filled with university students from the nearby educational institutes.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Psiri

Long a neighbourhood where local craftsmen worked out of small shops, Psirri is now one of the city’s hottest new spots for evening food and drink. It’s also one of the best places to check out the city’s latest street art.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Monastiraki

Hadrian’s library, great street food and an underground river hidden in a metro station await those who come to this antique and flea market area in search of a bargain or a look of one the city’s few surviving Ottoman mosques.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Small group tour for an optimal experience
  • Ideal as an orientation tour of the city at the beginning of your stay
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Unexpected Athens Orientation Tour – Small Group?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-6956WALK

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Fun map of Athens
  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Small group tour for an optimal experience
  • Ideal as an orientation tour of the city at the beginning of your stay
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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