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15 Best Athens Walking Tours

The walking tours that read Athens right: Plaka’s lanes under the rock, Anafiotika’s island houses and mythology told where it was invented.

1.Athens: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

Discover Athens' ancient wonders on a 2-3.5 hour guided tour of the Acropolis and Parthenon with expert guides, skip-the-line access, and stunning city views.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“Our guide, Despoina, was knowledge, insigtful, and mesmerizing. If you want to understand the heart and mind of Athena, go on this tour.”

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2.Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

Discover Athens’ culinary scene on this 3.5-hour private food tour, sampling Greek specialties, exploring markets, and enjoying local wines with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Tour guide was lovely, knowledgeable, very energetic and left me and my partner full, almost in a food coma.”

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4.Acropolis monuments & Parthenon Walking Tour with Optional Acropolis Museum

Discover Athens' ancient wonders on a guided tour of the Acropolis and Parthenon, with options to include the museum and skip the lines for a smooth experience.

★ 5.0

“Took the guided acropolis and acropolis museum tour with Aphrodite. She was very knowledgeable about the history. She was especially good explaining things in the museum.”

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5.Athens Acropolis and Parthenon Walking Tour

Discover Athens' ancient wonders on this guided walking tour of the Acropolis and Parthenon, offering expert insights, skip-the-line access, and unforgettable views.

★ 4.5

“A great experience and brilliant guide. There were lots of stops on the way to the top with the guide sharing lots of information, and great to be able to have a rear on the way up. Definitely recommend”

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7.Athens: Ultimate Food Walking Tour with 15 Tastings

Discover Athens through its flavors on this 4-hour food tour with 15 tastings, visiting hidden eateries, markets, and savoring Greek classics.

★ 4.9

“Amazing food walking tour with Eugenia, our guide! Stopped for Greek pies (spinach, cheese, mushroom), Lokumedes, charcuterie (wine and raki), cheeses, olives, lunch (tripe soup, moussaka, meatballs, artichokes) and ending the tour with walnut cake, orange cake and Greek coffee. Not to be missed for…”

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8.Athens: Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour

Discover Athens’ best food spots on this 3-hour walking tour. Taste local specialties, explore vibrant markets, and enjoy authentic Greek flavors with expert guides.

★ 4.9

“Tour was really lovely. Our host Katarina was very knowledgable, great company and had a good sense of humour. You can tell she is very passionated about her work and it shows. We had really nice meals, food and places were great! A must-do when…”

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9.Athens: Evening Food Walking Tour

Discover Athens' lively nightlife and authentic flavors on this 3-hour evening food tour. Taste local bites, explore hidden spots, and enjoy regional wines.

★ 4.9

“It was very fun. We had a fine selection of food and drink, and we were able to walk through a few areas we wouldn’t otherwise have had the opportunity to walk through. The guide was the best!”

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10.Acropolis Walking Tour, Including Syntagma Square & City Center

Experience Athens with our detailed walking tour covering Syntagma Square, the Acropolis, and city highlights, guided by expert local storytellers.

★ 4.5

“Our first ever visit to Athens and this tour was quite magnificent, from starting off at Syntagma Metro museum to finishing on top of Acropolis. Memories of this beautiful ancient city will live with us always ❤ Our tour guide Margarita was incredible, her knowledge…”

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13.Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

Discover Athens' iconic Acropolis and Parthenon with expert guides on a 2-hour walking tour. Skip lines, learn history, and enjoy stunning views.

★ 5.0

“Our tour guide (Orestes- spelling?) was very knowledgeable and entertaining in his delivery. He had a great sense of humor! He paced the tour appropriately and provided key locations for a little rest and shade as we progressed the long hike to the Parthenon. We…”

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14.Athens Off the Beaten Track Private City Walking Tour

Discover Athens beyond the crowds with this private 2.5-hour walking tour, exploring local neighborhoods, parks, and hidden gems with an expert guide.

★ 5.0

“Spyro was amazing, his knowledge and experience of Athens was incredible. Totally recommend for anyone visiting Athens to make sure they have Spyro as their guide. Thank you for wonderful day and will always remember the tour.”

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15.Athens: Acropolis Guided Walking Tour

Discover Athens' ancient wonders on a guided tour of the Acropolis. Learn about Greek myths, marvel at historic ruins, and enjoy a small-group experience for a great value.

★ 4.8

“el tour fue precioso. Sarita nuestra guía es una genia! le puso humor, describió elementos históricos, de arquitectura... lo disfrutaba ella también!”

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More Athens Walking Tours

5.0Athens at Night Small-Group Walking Tour with Dinner4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$102.84 5.0Athens Gourmet Food Small Group Walking Tour4 hours (approx.)$87.11 5.0Acropolis monuments, Parthenon and Plaka, Monastiraki walking tour3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$105.26 4.9Athens: Guided Street Art Walking Tour3 hours$57 5.0Athens Food and City Private Walking Tour5 hours (approx.)$279.47 4.5Athens Shore Excursion: Acropolis Walking Tour3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$136.37 5.0Athens Highlights: Myths & Philosophers Walking Tour4 hours (approx.)$102.80 4.9Athens: Guided Mythological Walking Tour2 hours$47 5.0Acropolis Morning Walking Tour(Small Group)1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)$39.06 4.9Athens: The Acropolis Guided Walking Tour in Dutch1.5 hours$95 4.9Acropolis, Parthernon and Ancient Agora Guided Walking Tour4 hours$126 4.8Athens: City Highlights Nighttime Walking Tour in Spanish2 hours$28 4.9Athens: Classic Street Food Walking tour with 6 Tastings4 hours$69 4.5Athens: Private Walking Tour with a Local2 - 4 hours$56 5.0Athens: Philosophy and Democracy Walking Tour3.5 hours$49 4.9Athens: the Original Greek Food Guided Walking Tour3 hours$81 4.7Athens: Evening Guided Walking Tour with Plaka & Dinner3.5 hours$104 5.0Athens: Mysteries, Crime, & Conspiracy Theories Walking Tour2 hours$28 5.0Private Athens Walking Tour with a Personal Photographer1 to 2 hours (approx.)$240.15 5.0Ancient Athens for Kids 4-Hour Private Walking Tour4 hours (approx.)$174.99 4.8Athens Night Walking Tour2 hours$53 5.0Discover Local Hidden Gems in 2 Hours Walking Tour in Athens2 hours (approx.)$36.04 5.0Private Walking Tour: The Acropolis & Athens City Tour3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$324.40 4.8Athens: Guided Mythological Walking Tour & Creation Stories2 hours$28