Athens culture and gastronomy tour
Half day walking tour through Greece history
- WITH
- Elena | about the guide
One of the oldest cities in the world, the glorious city of Athens used to be a model of political, artistic and scientific growth that inspired the following eras. On this private half day tour, immerse yourself in Athens' modern life and learn about the different aspects of its history, culture and gastronomy. Led by an expert local guide, you will head first to the Ancient Agora, birthplace of democracy and former heart of the city where political conferences were held in the Antiquity. As you stroll, your guide will tell you about the everyday life of the ancient Athenians with their traditions, values and activities. Your tour will continue in a colorful food market where you will browse the stalls full of olive oil, spices, and dried fruits you will be able to sample. From there, you will venture into the little cobbled streets filled with cafés, bars, shops and art galleries. As you arrive at the Greek Parliament on Syntagma Square, you will enjoy a coffee break while your guide tells you about the democracy today and in the ancient times. You will also play an interactive game with questions about the tour, and receive a little gift as a souvenir of Athens.
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Athens
Greece -
1/2 day
DURATION -
10
MAX. No. ON TOUR
TOUR DETAILS
- keywords :
- Syntagma Square, Ancient Agora, Temple of Hephaestus, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Propylaea gateway, Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, Athens day tour, Athens walking tour, Ancient Greece tour, Athens panoramic tour, Athens sightseeing tour, Cap Sounion, Temple of Poseidon
- transport :
- Walking tour
- ACTIVITY LEVEL :
- Light
- ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISABLED :
- yes
- Kid friendly :
- Children are welcome. There will be a little funny quizz for them at the end of the tour
- LANGUAGES:
- Anglais/English (Bilingual), Italien/Italian (fluent)
- MAX. No. OF PEOPLE :
- 10
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
- Service of a professional private guide for 4 hours - Small tastings and coffee during the tour - Entrance fees for the Ancient Agora
NOT INCLUDED
Personal shopping
ITINERARY
You will meet your professional guide directly at your hotel where your walking tour will start. Following your guide in the historical streets of Athens, you will stroll towards the Ancient Agora where you will see the remains of what used to be the heart of the city during the ancient Greece. You will continue to a traditional food market where you will discover the local fresh produce. After a little walk in the lively center, you will head to the Greek Parliament on Syntagma Square and take a coffee break while playing a little game with questions and answers. Your guide will walk you back to your hotel at the end of the tour.
WHERE AND WHEN?
- MEET-UP LOCATION:
- Your hotel in the center of Athens
- END OF TOUR LOCATION:
- Your hotel in the center of Athens
about
your guide
Elena
Athens
- languages :
- Anglais/English, Italien/Italian
Born and raised in Athens, I have always been passionate about the Ancient Greek civilization and mythology. As a child, travelling to different archeological sites with my parents turned my passion into a obvious vocation. Graduated in Archaeology and Art History from the National Kapodistrian University of Athens, I also attended the ”Tour Guides’ School of Athens” where I got my guiding license, doubled with a certificate for Translations of Literature and Humanistic Studies from EKEMEL (National Centre of Literature Translation), enabling me to guide in Greek, English and Italian. After guiding in different parts of Greece (Olympia, ancient Messene, Methoni, Koroni, Pylos, Mani), I decided to go back to my beautiful city of Athens to show its treasures to visitors coming from all around the world. Sharing my knowledge with people and immersing them in the true atmosphere of Athens is what makes my job so interesting. Athens is not only an old city living in the past. It is also a vibrant and modern capital where history and traditions blend harmoniously with contemporary innovations. If my favorite theme remains archeology, I enjoy talking as well about everything related to the Greek culture - from gastronomy to economy and everyday life. I also love meeting with children and adapting my tours to their needs using stories and games; it is truly fascinating to discover the city through their eyes.
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