Private Athens: Historical Walking Tour Including the Changing of the Guard

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Description

Summary

Starts
Syntagma Square
Duration
3 hours
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Enhance your travel experience with this Private Athens: Historical Walking Tour Including the Changing of the Guard. Embark on a journey through time and immerse yourself in the rich historical heritage of Greece with a unique half-day tour, offering an unforgettable exploration of the past.

This experience spans approximately 3 hours and is the perfect addition to your Greece travel itinerary. Previous participants have given this half-day tour an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 25 reviews.

Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply seeking a memorable adventure, the tour offers the opportunity to intimately experience Kolonaki Square (Plateia Kolonaki), Panathenaic Stadium (Panathinaiko Stadio), Arch of Hadrian, Adrianou Street, and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (Mnemeíon Agnostou Stratiotou) up close. You will also pass by famous sites like the impressive Academy of Athens (Akadimía Athinón) and Temple of Olympian Zeus (Naós tou Olympíou Diós), giving you a unique opportunity to catch sight of these favorite attractions as you travel.

Throughout the half-day tour, you’ll be accompanied by a knowledgeable tour guide who will enhance your experience with unique insights. The activity is offered in English and welcomes English speakers of all levels.

The starting point for this half-day tour is located in Athens. The exact address is Pl. Sintagmatos, Athina 105 63, Greece. The endpoint of the tour is located at Akadimia, Athens, Athens, Greece. You can select the exact time slot in the booking widget.

To ensure a pleasant experience for all participants, the maximum group size for this tour is 12 people. We recommend you review the "Included" and "Good to know" sections below for more details about the tour.

The cancellation policy for this trip & excursion is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Elevate your visit in Athens by reserving a spot for this captivating journey through time in Greece. Select your date and secure an extraordinary experience before it gets fully booked!

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Included

Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
Join Local English speaking guide on a walking tour
Learn about Athens’ history and modern-day life from a local perspective
See a traditional Greek changing of the guard ceremony
Sip Greek coffee, admire the old and new architecture

Map

Attractions

photo of view of Building of Greek parliament in Syntagma square, Athens, Greece.Syntagma Square
Photo of Temple of Hephaestus in Ancient Agora, Athens, Greece. Sunny front view of classical Greek temple.Ancient Agora of Athens
Photo of the Temple of Olympian Zeus (considered one of the biggest of the ancient world), Greece.Temple of Olympian Zeus
Monument of the Unknown Soldier, 1st District of Athens, Municipality of Athens, Regional Unit of Central Athens, Attica, GreeceMonument of the Unknown Soldier

Good to know

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Please note that if you wish to tour inside the Acropolis, this will have to be done separately on your own time.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible

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