Private Athens Walk: Ruins, Markets & Local Stories
Overview
Get an insider’s look into the best Athens has to offer on this 2.5-hour a private tour of the ancient city. Explore the city with a private guide who can share insights into the local history and culture. You’ll visit the culturally rich squares of Ktozia and Monastiraki. Avoid the hassle of a big group with this private tour.
What's Included
- Explore the city’s many markets and legendary traditions within
- Discover Athens’ more recent history and architecture
- Sip coffee (or soft drink) at a local’s favourite joint and bite into a local sweet
- Get personalised tips for the area's best bars and eateries.
- Join a Friendly Local English-speaking guide
- Gratuities
- Additional Food and drinks
Meeting Location
Sofokleous 18
Athina 105 51, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Athens 105 58
Greece
The Acropolis
What To Expect
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Kotzia Square
2 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Athens
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Central Market
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Monastiraki
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hadrian's Library
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tzisdarakis Mosque
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Avysinias Square
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ancient Agora of Athens
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Plaka
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Acropolis (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please note that this tour does not go inside the Acropolis.
- This tour is operated by a Certified B Corp™
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Activity code: C-6176ANCIENT
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Explore the city’s many markets and legendary traditions within.
- Discover Athens’ more recent history and architecture.
- Sip coffee (or soft drink) at a local’s favourite joint and bite into a local sweet.
- Get personalised tips for the area's best bars and eateries.
- Join a Friendly Local English-speaking guide.
- Gratuities.
- Additional Food and drinks.
The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Athens Walk: Ruins, Markets & Local Stories is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Athens Walk: Ruins, Markets & Local Stories will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Explore the city’s many markets and legendary traditions within
- Discover Athens’ more recent history and architecture
- Sip coffee (or soft drink) at a local’s favourite joint and bite into a local sweet
- Get personalised tips for the area's best bars and eateries.
- Join a Friendly Local English-speaking guide
- Gratuities
- Additional Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please note that this tour does not go inside the Acropolis.
- This tour is operated by a Certified B Corp™
