Athens mythology highlights small group guided walking tour
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Athens mythology highlights small group guided walking tour

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£57.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 4 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Explore the top historical highlights and landmarks in Athens in just 4 hours
  • Learn about Greek Gods and Heroes
  • Find out about ancient Greek society and what made Athens a cradle of civilization
  • Enjoy spectacular views and discover hidden ancient corners
  • Venture to the world-famous Acropolis, Olympian Zeus Temple, Ancient Agor, and more
What to expect

Enjoy a unique mythological tour, suitable for all ages, that will help you understand how Athens became one of the greatest cities of the world and a beacon of civilization.

Start your tour at the magnificent Temple of Olympian Zeus. From there, your guide will take you all the way to the Theater of Dionysus and the Acropolis to visit the Temple of Athena Nike, the Temple of Erechtheion, the Propylaea, and the marvelous Parthenon. It is here that the most famous ancient myths come to life and you´ll hear stories to enrich your knowledge and understanding. Your tour back in time continues to the Ancient Agora, where democracy was born and great philosophers such as Socrates spoke. Here you’ll have a rare chance to see the Hephaestion, the most perfectly preserved of Greece’s temples and one shared between Athena and the God of the forge, Hephaestus. Hear more mythical stories about Theseus, the Minotaur, Hera, and Aphrodite.

This walking tour will show you how this city was created and how it rose to become regarded as one of the greatest cities of the old world.

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What's included
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What's not included
  • x_not_included Entrance fees
Where

Arch of Hadrian (Hadrian's Gate), Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias, Athens, Greece

Meeting point:
Your guide will be holding an Alternative Athens sign and will meet you under the Arch of Hadrian (Hadrian's Gate), on Leof. Vasilisis Amalias 50. Please make sure that you are at the meeting point 10 minutes before the starting time. The group will depart on time and those not present will be considered a no-show for which no refund can be made.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • This tour is not suitable for guests with strollers, wheelchairs or walking sticks

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

  • It is essential that you pre-purchase tickets for the archaeological sites, as availability is very limited. Please contact the local provider if you would like them to make the purchase for you (you'll find their contact information on the voucher you'll receive after booking)
  • Children 0-18 years old & individuals from EU countries under 25 need to present a valid identity card or passport to be entitled to free entry or discounts
  • Entry fees are non-refundable, non-exchangeable

Know in advance:

  • This tour requires a minimum booking of 2 participants. In the unusual event that the minimum is not met, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund
  • This tour runs with a maximum of 15 participants
  • This tour includes a fun map of ancient Athens
  • The walking pace of this tour is mild
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Provider
Alternative Athens
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 73 hours before the experience begins. If you cancel up to 25 hours before, you can still receive a 50% refund.

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