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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 tour guide (Deppe?) was fantastic very helpful and informative. she would stop to explain thing and ask if we had any questions. Very good tour I would recommend it.”

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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

“Great restaurants and fun info while walking. Good wine pairing, and tasty coffee at Mokka! It's a good way to find quantity restaurants in Athens. Listen to the recommendation to eat 3+ hours before the tour, it's a lot of food!”

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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

“We underestimated the amount of time to get to the meeting place. We notified them via text message we would be late. They assured us that we could catch up to the group or take the next tour. They were expecting us and got us…”

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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

“We did the 2 hr walking tour with a guide of just the archeologicalsite. The headsets/earphones intermittently worked. Some uphill walking but doable for 2 seniors in their 70s. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable. We opted not to do the museum.”

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6.Athens: Acropolis Parthenon & Old Athens Guided Walking Tour

Discover Athens’ highlights on this guided walking tour of the Acropolis and Old Town for just $30. Expert guides, stunning views, and authentic sites await.

★ 4.5

“Michael, our guide was outstanding. He was extremely knowledgeable, qualified and talented. 9:00 departure is the one to go for. Still very crowded around the Parthenon, he avoided most crowds and the heat. We knew exactly what to expect along the way. Plenty of time…”

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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

“our guide was remarkable with her knowledge and explanation of each dining experience. noise control could be improved - many, many competing tours washed out her excellent dialog on occasion.”

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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

“Our guide, Katerina, could not have been better! My husband and I were the only ones on the tour so it could have been a little awkward but it was not at all. She was professional and knowledgeable with a great sense of humor- the…”

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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

“Marina was our guide on the great food tour through Athen and she was very amazing in explaining everything to our very good dishes aswell as in telling about history and background of food and beverages-great tour and super tasty food 👍🏻😀👍🏻”

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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

“Very nice tour, we had plenty of rest breaks, Dimitri was a great guide and filled us with great information. Highly recommend”

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11.Athens: The Acropolis Guided Walking Tour in German

Discover Athens' iconic Acropolis with a guided German tour. Explore temples, theaters, and breathtaking views in 1.5 hours for $84 per person.

★ 5.0

“Es war eine sehr schöne Tour, leicht verständliche Erklärungen mit Zeit zum Fragen stellen und Bildern zum Veranschaulichen. Auch die Gruppengröße von 9 war super, so blieben alle zusammen. Danke für das tolle Erlebnis auf der Akropolis Athen.”

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12.Athens: Greek Food Discovery Small Group Walking Tour

Discover Athens's authentic flavors on this 3.5-hour small group food tour. Taste 8-10 local delicacies, explore bustling markets, and enjoy expert guidance.

★ 4.9

“We had a wonderful food tour with Elisabeth! The experience was perfectly balanced — delicious food, great variety, and fascinating stories behind each dish and drink. Elisabeth made the history and local culture come alive. Highly recommended!”

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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

“We had a great time exploring Athens and our tour guide was fantastic! We did this tour day 1 on arrival, and it was such a fun way to learn a little about Athens and see some off the beaten path places, hear a little…”

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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