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You begin your tour at Syntagma Square, where you will meet your assistant and together you will head towards the Hellenic Parliament to witness the impressive Changing of the Guard ceremony at 16:00.
Then start your panoramic tour of Athens, starting with the Athenian Trilogy — the National Library, the University of Athens and the Academy of Athens.
You continue your journey past the Presidential Residence, home of Greece’s head of state, and the Maximou Mansion, official residence of the Prime Minister.
Your next stop is the Panatenaic Stadium, also known as Kalimármaro, and continue to Zappeion, an imposing neoclassical building located inside the National Gardens.
Then, you get to know the Temple of Olympic Zeus, Hadrian's Arch and your tour ends at the top of Filopapo Hill.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point: Syntagma Square, Mitropoleos Street, 2, Office of Greek Post Office (ELTA), right in front of the KFC restaurant at 15:40. The guide will carry a red bag and have the list with the data of each of the travelers.
We finish our tour at the top of Filopapo Hill, a panoramic viewpoint offering breathtaking views of the Acropolis and the city of Athens.
Itinerary
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We start at Syntagma Square, where we will meet our assistant and together we will head towards the Hellenic Parliament to witness the impressive Changing of the Guard ceremony at 16:00. This traditional ritual, performed by the Evzones in their distinctive uniforms, is a tribute to the history of Greece and a symbol of national pride.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Kalimarmaro is the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble. It hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 and remains a symbol of sport and history. Here we will stop to exit the vehicle and cross the street to enjoy its magnificent view.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The Academy of Athens is the National Academy of Greece and the most important research center in the country. It was founded in 1926 and operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Education. The main building of the Academy is one of the most important monuments in Athens.
Admission ticket free -
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Zappeion is an imposing neoclassical building located within the National Gardens. Built in the late 19th century, it has hosted major political and cultural events, including key moments of the first modern Olympic Games.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
We finish our tour at the top of Filopapo Hill, a panoramic viewpoint offering breathtaking views of the Acropolis and the city of Athens. Its name comes from the Roman benefactor Filopapo, whose monument still stands on top. From here, our assistant will provide valuable information to continue exploring the city, whether visiting the Acropolis, Monastiraki Square or discovering lesser-known local corners.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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