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Unexpected Athens Orientation Tour

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Overview

Discover the heart and soul of the real city with this alternative walking tour. You will visit six different neighborhoods, ranging from working-class havens to boutique boulevards. You’ll explore modern markets, ancient walls and everything in between on this fun, active tour. We won't just show you the city; we will share it with you, in the true tradition of Greek hospitality, uncovering hidden spots with stories to tell!

This is a small-group tour limited to 12 participants to ensure that you’ll have your guide’s attention and can ask questions as you go.

What's Included

  • Fun map of Athens
  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

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Plateia Syntagmatos
Athina, Greece

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

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Monastiraki
Athina, Greece

What To Expect

Syntagma

The central square of Athens is dominated by the Greek Parliament (formerly the Royal Palace) and characterized by the high energy level created by the constant movement of people through the city’s busiest crossroads.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kolonaki / Lykavittos

For more than three-quarters of a century, this has been the most upmarket neighbourhood in the center of the city; thanks to its cutting-edge boutiques, chic sidewalk cafés and gourmet restaurants, this is where the capital’s beautiful people meet, eat and shop.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Exarchia

Right in the heart of Athens is this politically charged district famous for its progressive social ideas and the dozens of very affordable tavernas, bars and snack-shops filled with university students from the nearby educational institutes.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Psiri

Long a neighbourhood where local craftsmen worked out of small shops, Psirri is now one of the city’s hottest new spots for evening food and drink. It’s also one of the best places to check out the city’s latest street art.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Monastiraki

Hadrian’s library, great street food and an underground river hidden in a metro station await those who come to this antique and flea market area in search of a bargain or a look of one the city’s few surviving Ottoman mosques.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Small group tour for an optimal experience
  • Ideal as an orientation tour of the city at the beginning of your stay
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Unexpected Athens Orientation Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.96 out of 5 stars based on 209 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (6)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Unexpected Athens Orientation Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Fun map of Athens.
  • Local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
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Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Unexpected Athens Orientation Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Unexpected Athens Orientation Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Fun map of Athens
  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Small group tour for an optimal experience
  • Ideal as an orientation tour of the city at the beginning of your stay
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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