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Photographing Athens: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

New To The Site! Athens, Greece

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45 to 75 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Are you looking for a way to capture Athens without joining a photography tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

See Athens through a different lens and learn lesser-known tidbits about the city’s past and present along the way.
Hear from producer Nick Boutsikos, a professional local photographer and avid traveler.
Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish.
Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it.
Use the virtual tour option at home.

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's Included

  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias
Athina 105 57, Greece

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Φυλής
Athina 117 41, Greece

The tour ends in front of the kiosk at the bottom of Philopappos Hill.

What To Expect

Monument to the Unknown Soldier (Pass By)

This self-guided audio tour starts in front of the Monument to the Unknown Soldier. You'll get photography tips from the get go.
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National Garden (Pass By)

Take in the National Garden, once called ‘the Royal Garden’ in honour of Queen Amelia who, according to local lore, spent three hours a day taking care of it.
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Zappeion Conference & Exhibition Center (Pass By)

Find out how to photograph the Zappeion Garden fountain, Zappeion Hall, and Lycabettus Hill – all in a single frame.
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Statue of Lord Byron (Pass By)

See the statue of Lord Byron, an English poet, the nearby statue of Alexander the Great on his horse, and the Melina Mercouri Monument.
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Leof. Vasilisis Amalias 50 (Pass By)

While you stroll through the centre of Athens, I’ll point out famous landmarks and sights like Hadrian’s Arch, the Acropolis Museum, and the Church of Saint Sophia.
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Melina Mercouri Monument (Pass By)

See the statue of Lord Byron, an English poet, the nearby statue of Alexander the Great on his horse, and the Melina Mercouri Monument.
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Acropolis Museum (Pass By)

While you stroll through the centre of Athens, I’ll point out famous landmarks and sights like Hadrian’s Arch, the Acropolis Museum, and the Church of Saint Sophia.
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Dionysiou Areopagitou (Pass By)

Stroll down one of the most beautiful streets in Athens, Dionysiou Areopagitou.
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Odeon of Herodes Atticus (Pass By)

Pass by Herodes Atticus Theatre, and the less popular Theatre of Dionysus where you’ll hear why Athenians almost never visit.
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St. Sophia’s Church of Acropolis (Pass By)

While you stroll through the centre of Athens, I’ll point out famous landmarks and sights like Hadrian’s Arch, the Acropolis Museum, and the Church of Saint Sophia.
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Philopappos Hill (Pass By)

The tour ends on Philopappos Hill, and along the way, I’ll show you some of the best spots in the city to photograph, provide suggestions on how to frame your shots, and reveal lesser-known tidbits about Athens’ past and present.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Photographing Athens: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

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  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.

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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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