Discover Ancient Ruins and Markets in Athens - Private Walking Tour
Discover Ancient Ruins and Markets in Athens - Private Walking Tour
Get an insider’s look into the best Athens has to offer on this 2.5-hour a private tour of the ancient city. Explore the city with a private guide who can share insights into the local history and culture. You’ll visit the culturally rich squares of Ktozia and Monastiraki.
Avoid the hassle of a big group with this private tour.
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Kotzia Square
Your Athens tour begins at Ktozia Square, where you will meet your local guide.
2 minutesAthens
You will head to the Mayor of Athens’ neo-classical building on Athina Street, one of the busiest in Athens. Starting at 9.30 AM when the city’s shops and markets are bustling with Athenians, you’ll see the shop owners get ready for a day of business, just as they have done for the past 2,000 years. You will experience the spirit of Greek life with the same commerce of food that existed thousands of years before, and your local guide will be explaining these practices to you along the way.
10 minutesCentral Market
On this Athens market tour you’ll dive into the Athenian way of life as your guide leads you through the markets. Here you will find every Mediterranean fruit, vegetable, meat, cheese, and more on offer. Experiencing local produce is one of the best things to do in Athens, and you’ll be able to pick out all the local favourites with your guide to show you the way.
30 minutesMonastiraki
Filled with warm colours, tastes, and smells, the next stop is Monastiraki Square. The name of the square derives from the Greek word for monastery, and in the centre of the square sits the Pantanassa Monastery.
15 minutesHadrian's Library
The square is also home to Hadrian’s Library, an archaic temple constructed in the Corinthian-style.
5 minutesTzisdarakis Mosque
Not far away is the 18th century Tzistarakis Mosque, now a ceramics museum. This Athens tour will point out all these landmarks to you and give you all the information you need to know about them in this cultural hub of the city.
5 minutesAvysinias Square
Next, we explore the square’s flea market, mingle with merchants, and see ancient monuments as you uncover even more Athens history. Then, you’ll head off to Ifaistou or Pandrossos to discover shops selling all kind of specialties such as leather sandals, handmade icons, Greek music instruments, and antiques. This is the perfect place to pick up a memento of your Athens travel experience.
30 minutesAncient Agora of Athens
Your tour will take you past Ancient Agora next, where merchants traded enthusiastically during Greek and Roman times.
15 minutesPlaka
You’ll see the lively central neighbourhood of Thission and pass houses from the 17th and 18th centuries along the way, as we make our way to one of Athens’ oldest areas, Plaka, to enjoy a freshly brewed coffee as we chat about all things ancient Greece.
1 hourAcropolis
Your Athens tour ends at the entrance of the Acropolis, where you are free to continue on your own or your local guide can give you advice on the best way to get back to your hotel. Don’t forget to ask for tips on what else to see and do during your stay.
Included
- Join a Friendly Local English-speaking guide
- Explore the city’s many markets and legendary traditions within
- Discover Athens’ more recent history and architecture
- Sip coffee (or soft drink) at a local’s favourite joint and bite into a local sweet
- Get personalised tips for the area's best bars and eateries.
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Additional Food and drinks
Good to Know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please note that this tour does not go inside the Acropolis.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- While we strongly recommend that all travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19 to reduce the risk of transmission and avoid putting undue strain on healthcare services, vaccinations are not a requirement to join an Intrepid Urban Adventures tour.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.