Athens Private Walking Tour: Acropolis monuments, Plaka and local food

Enjoy a  tour of Acropolis monuments and the city center of Athens with your private licensed tour guide. Your licensed tour guide will meet you in a central location of your choice, and you will start the tour of the landmark of the Greek capital. After you walk to the magnificent Acropolis and Parthenon, Erechtheum, Propylaeum Gates, the temple of Nike, you visit the historical neighborhood of Athens, Plaka, with its picturesque streets and beautiful neoclassical balconies. Finish your tour by visiting the culinary back roads of the city, enjoying some of the most famous delicacies of the country, such as pies, souvlaki, deserts, and local coffee—a proper local lunch.

This tour is made with a licensed guide who walks with you in the archeological areas and monuments and has a certification and license.

The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens and contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historical significance, the most famous being the Parthenon. The word acropolis is from the Greek words ἄκρον and πόλις.

The Parthenon is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis, Greece, dedicated to the goddess Athena, whom the people of Athens considered their patroness. Construction started in 447 BC when the Delian League was at the peak of its power.

The Theatre of Dionysus is an ancient Greek theatre in Athens. It is built on the south slope of the Acropolis hill, originally part of the sanctuary of Dionysus Eleuthereus. The first orchestra terrace was constructed on the site around the mid- to late-sixth century BC, where it hosted the City Dionysia.

The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a stone Roman theatre structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis of Athens, Greece. The building was completed in AD 161 and then renovated in 1950.

The Erechtheion or Temple of Athena Polias is an ancient Greek Ionic temple-telesterion on the north side of the Acropolis, Athens, which was primarily dedicated to the goddess Athena.

The Temple of Athena Nike is a temple on the Acropolis of Athens, dedicated to the goddesses Athena and Nike. Built around 420 BC, the temple is the earliest fully Ionic temple on the Acropolis.

In the shadow of the Acropolis and its ancient temples, hillside Plaka has a village feel, with narrow cobblestone streets lined with tiny shops selling jewelry, clothes and local ceramics. Sidewalk cafes and family-run tavernas stay open until late, and Cine Paris shows classic movies al fresco. Nearby, the whitewashed homes of the Anafiotika neighborhood give the small enclave a Greek-island vibe.

Bustling market featuring locally sourced seafood, meats, fruits & vegetables, plus street eats.

Lively Monastiraki is known for iconic landmarks including the ruins of Hadrian’s Library, the Ancient Agora and the rebuilt Stoa of Attalos, with a museum exhibiting Athenian artifacts. Monastiraki Flea Market is a jumble of shops selling artisanal soaps, handmade sandals and souvenir T-shirts. The surrounding streets are crammed with traditional tavernas and restaurants, many with Acropolis views

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• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

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• Tour 100% exclusive to your group
• Flexible start time
• Entrance fees of Acropolis
• Licensed tour guide
• Athens Hotel or Residence as meeting point with your guide (only in city center)

• Gratuities (optional)
• Food and drinks are excluded from the price (aproximetaly 15 euros per adult).

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MEETING POINT INFORMATION
The meeting point is located 60m away from the metro station “Acropolis” at:16, Athanasiou Diakou str., 11742, Athens.
If you use google maps, make sure to add the postal code to the address.
By Metro: We are located 60m away from the metro station “Acropolis”. Use the “Athanasiou Diakou str.” Metro exit and take the stairs up. Continue ahead on Athanasiou Diakou street for 60m and you will see our shop on your left.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. This tour includes approximately one mile of walking uphill/downhill on uneven surfaces and 200 steps (both ways).
2. Guests are advised to wear flat and comfortable walking shoes.
3. Large backpacks and oversized purses are not permitted inside the site.
4. Long queues and waiting might occur and every effort is made to coordinate the best timings for visits.
5. The order of sites may be reversed based on traffic, weather and overcrowding of venues.
6. Temperatures can get extremely high during summer. Guests are encouraged to wear hats, sunglasses, insect repellent and sunscreen lotion, and to stay hydrated. An optional umbrella to create shade is also advisable.
7. Guests are encouraged to bring credit cards and currency to purchase optional extras such as souvenirs, food and beverages.
8. You should never feel that gratuities are expected, but it is customary to leave a tip in recognition of exceptional service in restaurants, taxis and for excursion guides and drivers. It is always up to you to determine the amount.
9. The tour will be refunded 100% in case of force majeure.
  

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Athens Walks Tour Company.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 32 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.