The History of Athens: Greek Mythology Private Tour

Athens
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  • Price from
    €165
  • Duration
    3 h
  • Group size
    Private tour
  • Guide languages
    Greek, English

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    Overview

    It’s the history that made the city today. During this private tour, it’s time to discover Athens through Greek Mythology Private Tour.

    Embark on a storytelling journey that will keep you entertained while at the same time giving you insights you can’t find in a history book.

    Delve deep into the subject with highlights and landmarks like University and Academy of Athens, Varvakios Central Municipal Market and Flea Market Monastiraki. Connect their relevance to this historical event and the effects it had from past to present in Athens. Thanks to your local guide, it will be as if you just took a trip back in time!

    Withlocals History City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

    What's included

    • CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset
    • Private guide

    Not included

    • Food and drinks, unless specified
    • Hotel pick-up and drop off
    • Entrance to attractions not included

    What you will do

    • Monastiraki

      Warren of eclectic outlets selling eclectic gear from souvenirs to furniture, food & army surplus.

      20 min

    • The Academy of Athens is Greece's national academy, and the highest research establishment in the country. It was established in 1926, and operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Education. The Academy's main building is one of the major landmarks of Athens.

      20 min

    • A bustling market featuring locally sourced seafood, meats, fruits & vegetables, plus street eats.

      20 min

    • Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

      Pass by, no stop

    • Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

      Pass by, no stop

    • Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

      Pass by, no stop

    • Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

      Pass by, no stop

    Meeting point

    Outside of Nakas Book House

    End point: Check out the skyline of Athens at Anafiotika and hear the legends of Zeus

    Important information

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Private tour: only you & your local guide
    • CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.