Athens Essentials: Explore Landmarks and Sample Greek Cuisine

Acropolis Hill • Ancient Agora • Food tour
Duration 7 hours

Agora-Athens

Athens Essentials: Explore Landmarks and Sample Greek Cuisine

Discover the highlights of Athens on our Greek Essentials tour, including the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, and more. Over the course of 7 hours, you'll have the opportunity to explore Athens' iconic landmarks and indulge in local Greek cuisine and culture. Our philosophy of 'slow travel' means that we take our time to appreciate the simple things Athens has to offer, and experience them like a local.

As your expert, state-licensed guide leads you through the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, and other landmarks, you'll discover the history and lesser-known facts of these iconic sites. We'll also take breaks to enjoy authentic souvlaki and Greek coffee, prepared in the traditional way, giving you the chance to truly experience Greek culture and customs. You'll also have the opportunity to sample cold cuts and cheeses from all over Greece, and explore the Central Market of the capital. 

Embark on an unforgettable journey through time and explore the majestic Acropolis and the fascinating Ancient Agora, the birthplace of democracy, political discourse, and ancient Athenians' daily lives. These two iconic sites are the most significant in Athens and offer an incredible insight into the ancient Greek world. Get ready for a captivating adventure that will take you to the very heart of history.

Our 7-hour tour brings together history, mythology, culture, and gastronomy for an immersive and authentic experience.

Book now to discover the best of Athens with us! 

Highlights– The pluses of this tour

• The best of Athens in 7 hours
• Discover Greece's most renowned monument: the Acropolis and its world famous Parthenon.
• Discover the Ancient Agora; the place where the most famous philosophers of Greek antiquity (Socrates, Plato, Aristotle) met as well as the best preserved ancient Greek temple.
• Explore authentic Greek foods such as traditional pies, delicious desserts and gain an insight into rich, local flavours.
• Discover the history behind each bite and listen to their story, which may go all the way back to Homer.
• Visit a local food market and taste some Greek olive oil.
• Travel back in time to family-run establishments that have survived the centuries by bringing people the best of the best.
• Souvlaki: the famous greek street food.
• Experience the fortune-telling powers of the Greek coffee, or taste an iced coffee, a Greek specialty. 

Smart tips - Handy advice from your guide

• Avoid queues with the combination ticket.
• From the Acropolis, a pedestrian path leads to the Ancient Agora.
• This tour can be customized for vegetarians, vegans and families with young children. 

Tailor-made visits 

Tours can be customized to your needs and interests.
Do not hesitate to contact me for more information and I will answer you as soon as possible.

Follow the guide!

I love meeting travelers from all over the world and introducing them to the beauties of my beloved country. I love to illustrate the link between Greek heritage and the way of life nowadays. It's always a pleasure to share my passion for history, ancient and modern.

Contact

Do not hesitate to contact me for more information and I will answer you as soon as possible.

Guide for Athens
Thanasis Paparoupas
Licensed guide approved by
the Greek State & the French State

+30 6942913011

+33 651812042

tpaparoupas@gmail.com

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