Athens Highlights and Hidden Plaka Private Walking Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Hellenic Parliament

  The Hellenic Parliament, in Greek known as Voulí ton Ellínon is the parliament of Greece, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square in Athens. The Parliament is the supreme democratic institution that represents the citizens through an elected body of Members of Parliament.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Monument to the Unknown Soldier

  We will see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Plateia Syntagmatos

  Visit Syntagma Square, the beating heart of modern Athens, where history and city life meet. Set right in front of the Hellenic Parliament, this lively square is framed by neoclassical buildings and inviting cafés. It's the city's main gathering place — a true symbol of Athens, blending tradition with everyday energy for visitors to soak in.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  National Garden

  Step into the National Garden, a lush, shaded oasis in the heart of Athens, just steps from Syntagma Square. A true oasis at the city's core, with plants and flowers from every corner of the world — many of which still can't be found anywhere else in the country. The path leads naturally to the Zappeion, an elegant 19th-century building surrounded by manicured grounds — a favorite spot for a relaxed stroll and a glimpse of everyday Athenian life away from the crowds.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Arch of Hadrian

  Your private host will introduce you to the fascinating transition from ancient to Roman Athens.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Choragic Monument of Lysicrates (Pass by)

  The Monument of Lysicrates, also known as the Lantern of Diogenes, is a cylindrical stone building, the best-preserved choregic monument of antiquity. The word choragic is an adjective that means relating to a choragus, a wealthy citizen in ancient Greece who paid for, organized and led a musical chorus for a public festival or play.

  Admission ticket free
• 6
  Anafiotika

  Tucked beneath the northern slopes of the Acropolis, Anafiotika is a hidden, island-style neighborhood with whitewashed houses, narrow alleyways and blooming bougainvillea. Built by settlers from the island of Anafi in the 19th century, it feels worlds away from the bustle of the city — a quiet, secret corner where Athens unexpectedly turns into the Cyclades.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Tower of the Winds

  The Tower of the Winds is an ancient octagonal marble clock tower and weather station located in the Roman Agora in Athens. Built around 50 BC by the astronomer Andronikos of Cyrrhus, it combined sundials, a water clock and a bronze Triton weather vane to track time and weather.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  Hadrian's Library

  Hadrian's Library, an important part of the extensive building programme of the philhellene emperor Hadrian, was built in 132 AD, in order to accommodate the city's largest library and probably, the State Archives but also the worship of the emperor.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 9
  Monastiraki Square

  A collision of eras: Roman ruins, a market buzzing with sandals and spices and rooftop tavernas facing the Acropolis. This is Athens at its most alive.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10
  Ancient Agora of Athens

  It serves as a peaceful contrast to the bustling Acropolis, allowing you to walk the exact grounds where philosophers like Socrates and Aristotle once lectured.Your tour concludes at the Ancient Agora, leaving you in the heart of historic Athens and within walking distance of charming cafés, traditional tavernas and the Acropolis should you wish to continue exploring independently.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The guide is not licensed to accompany you inside the archaeological sites
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• The itinerary is flexible — you may choose to begin at the Temple of Hephaestus and conclude at Hellenic Parliament. If you'd prefer the reverse itinerary, simply let us know by email at the time of booking — otherwise, the tour runs as listed.

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