FreeTour Essential of Athens
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Overview of the tour in Athens
Athens is the cradle of Western civilization, so its rich historical legacy and incredible ancient architecture will star in a unique Spanish experience with our official guides, who will accompany you on an essential tour of the capital of Greece's most notable corners.
We will meet next to the Old National Library, which, together with the Kapodistrian University and the Academy of Athens, makes up the well-known “Neoclassical Triad.”
Our walk continues towards Parliament, where we will be surprised by the changing of the guard of the Evzones, the peculiar Hellenic Presidential Guard. Afterward, we will learn about the city's close and historical connection with the Olympic Games through the Záppeion.
We will discover Plaka, the oldest area of the Greek capital, and we will advance towards the Roman Agora, a place full of history and archaeological remains of great value, among which the Tower of the Winds stands out for its great state of conservation.
To conclude our visit, we will descend to Monastiraki Square, the best example of synthesizing the different periods of Athens' history in one place.
This activity includes:
- Monastiraki Square
- Academy of Athens
- Athens National Garden
- Plaka
- Choragic Monument of Lysicrates
- Zappeion Hall
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Hellenic Parliament
- Vallianeio Megaron
- Roman Forum of Athens (Roman Agora)
- National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
- Arch of Hadrian (Hadrian's Gate)
- Walking Free Tour
- Tour Guide
Meeting point
In front of the Old National Library (Panepestimiou) next to the Statue of Panagis Vallianos.
On arrival
Meeting point: In front of the Old National Library (Panepistimiou) next to the Statue of Panagis Vallianos.
End point: Monastiraki Square.
Things to note
• Our guides will be identified with a water green flag with the company logo: Paseando por Europa.
• Please arrive 15 minutes in advance because the tour will depart on time.
• Show the guide, at the meeting point, the reservation confirmation email either in print or by mobile phone or tablet.
• If you are not going to attend the tour, please cancel your reservation so that someone else can take your place. Remember that there is no type of cost or surcharge.
• For groups of more than 6 adults, the price will be €8 per person, which must be paid to the guide at the meeting point.
• If you have any questions, write to us on WhatsApp.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.