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Exarcheia walking tour: The other side of Athens
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Kentrikos Tomeas Athinon
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience 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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This is a unique tour in Exarcheia district, outside the crowded touristic areas of Athens but at the heart of it's modern history! Walk in Exarcheia and the area around like a local and witness the Athenian way of life, discuss the historical events that defined the modern history of Greece and witness first hand why this district is so different and controversial. During our walk we will laso have the chance to relax by drinking coffee or tea at a local favorite place!
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Small groups (up to 8 persons)
Hygiene products (hand sanitizers, face masks)
Private guide
All Fees and Taxes
Coffee and/or Tea
Private expenses
Pick up - drop off
Meeting Points
Departure
Omonoia Square
In front of the Hondos Center department store
Return
Stadiou
Our ending point will be at the area of the old Parliament building
Exarcheia walking tour: The other side of Athens
(7) Reviews
Kentrikos Tomeas Athinon
About
This is a unique tour in Exarcheia district, outside the crowded touristic areas of Athens but at the heart of it's modern history! Walk in Exarcheia and the area around like a local and witness the Athenian way of life, discuss the historical events that defined the modern history of Greece and witness first hand why this district is so different and controversial. During our walk we will laso have the chance to relax by drinking coffee or tea at a local favorite place!
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Small groups (up to 8 persons)
Hygiene products (hand sanitizers, face masks)
Private guide
All Fees and Taxes
Coffee and/or Tea
Private expenses
Pick up - drop off
Meeting Points
Departure
Omonoia Square
In front of the Hondos Center department store
Return
Stadiou
Our ending point will be at the area of the old Parliament building
Itinerary
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Omonia Square
We meet at Omonoia square, one of the most central and old squares in Athens, and we start our walk by heading to Exarcheia, the most alternative and controversial neighborhood of Athens, rich in history and culture and full of professional and student life.
10 minutes
2
School of Architecture, National Technical University of Athens
Our first stop we’ll be at the historic building of Polytechnio (National Technical University of Athens) which defined the modern history of Greece and has some great as well as dramatic stories to tell.
20 minutes
3
Plateia Exarcheion
As we continue our walk deep in Exarcheia streets, we are going to witness the neighborhoods’ culture and spirit, talk about the changes Exarcheia faced from early 19th century, its role into the 2nd World War, today’s history and culture, admire numerous of its street art and visit an amazing hill that offers panoramic views to the city! After that, we are going to have a small break at a local favorite place for coffee or tea!
1 hour and 10 minutes
4
Vallianeio Megaron
Then through the famous Panepistimiou and Stadiou streets we will have a stop at outside each one of the three gems of Athens namely Academy of Athens – University of Athens- National Library of Greece, which are also known as the Trilogy of Athens buildings. We are going to discuss about theirs and the area around history and of course what they are symbolizing for Athens nowadays
35 minutes
5
National History Museum (Old Parliament)
Our tour ends at the old parliament building and the area around, known also for the hippie and modern cafes and the cozy bars, where we’ll be happy to give you any further information or tips you might want in order to explore Athens like a local!