Private Athens Walk: Ruins, Markets & Local Stories

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US$568.90 per guest

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Earliest available date: September 15, 2026

Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Reviews

Location

Athens

Duration

3 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 12 guests

Language

English

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Private Experience

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

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.

What You Get

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

Gratuities

Additional Food and drinks

Good To Know

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Please note that this tour does not go inside the Acropolis.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Kotzia Square

Your Athens tour begins at Ktozia Square, where you will meet your local guide.

2 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Athens

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 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Central 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 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Monastiraki

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 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Hadrian's Library

The square is also home to Hadrian’s Library, an archaic temple constructed in the Corinthian-style.

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Tzisdarakis 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 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Avysinias 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 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Ancient Agora of Athens

Your tour will take you past Ancient Agora next, where merchants traded enthusiastically during Greek and Roman times.

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Plaka

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 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Acropolis (Pass By)

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.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Kotzia Square, Sofokleous, Kentrikos Tomeas Athinon, Greece, GR, 105 51

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Kotzia Square, in Athina Avenue between metros staions of Omonia and Monastiraki, in front of the Mayor Building. Your guide will meet you at the fountain in this square. Find the exact meeting point with what3words: ///smaller.signal.hinders

End Point

Acropolis of Athens, Central Athens Regional Unit, Greece, GR, 105 58

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The Acropolis

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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Reviews

4.9

based on 41 reviews

(TripAdvisor)

Such an interesting tour

September 28, 2020

We had a great private tour with Babis who is so knowledgeable about his home town of Athens. We started in the markets then walked through old Athens and Plaka finishing at the Acropolis museum. ...read more

(TripAdvisor)

Athens brought to life!

September 26, 2020

We had a fantastic tour last Tuesday 15th September with Babis. We thoroughly enjoyed learning/experiencing some of the old history, religious buildings, architecture, neighbourhoods and ruins of...read more

(TripAdvisor)

Excellent tour, excellent guide

April 03, 2020

Our guide was very friendly and knowledgable. Babis taught us all about various kinds of architecture and really made history come alive for us. We ended up spending a few days with him on a bunch ...read more

(TripAdvisor)

One on one packed full of local history

March 25, 2020

Having George as our local guide was fantastic! Getting to a hidden away rooftop cafe to enjoy some Greek coffee and an incredible view was a highlight.

(TripAdvisor)

Great way to orient yourself around the city!

March 17, 2020

Had a great time with Babis strolling through Athens on a crisp Saturday morning! Friendly and full of great information and tidbits that really added to my experience. I was in town for a full 5 m...read more

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