The History of Athens: Greek Mythology Tour
Our locals for this tour
Eleni, Costas & 6 other locals
Experience details
Destination
Athens
Category
City highlight tours
Duration
3 hours
Mode of transport
Walking
Available languages
English • Ελληνικά • Français • Italiano • العربية • Español
What's included
Private Guide
Here’s an overview of your tour
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If you really want to get to know Athens, then you must retrace its history. Take a trip back in time on a tour that focuses on Greek Mythology and hear from a local source, stories, unknown details, and insights that you can’t usually find in a history book.
This history tour in Athens will show you the story behind landmarks, statues, squares, streets, and symbols hidden in plain sight. Check out Monastiraki Flea Market , University and Academy of Athens, Varvakios Central Municipal Market, and more historical highlights to help you understand how they connect with Greek Mythology in Athens and how it affected the city from past to present.
Each of the hosts in these tours are history experts and passionate about their city. Check out their profiles and pick the one with whom you share interests - they can’t wait to take you on a tour around their favorite subject and to show you some of their favorite spots in the city. Believe us; they have plenty of stories to tell!
The local hosts are natural storytellers, each one with a different background ranging from arts to history. They can’t wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their city your city!
Your itinerary
Meeting point
Outside of ΒΙΒΛΙΟΠΩΛΕΙΟ BOOKS PLUSGreek Mythology
Your history tour in Athens will focus on Greek Mythology. Learn the impacts, insights and hear stories related to this historic event from your knowledgeable host. Discover the city as you retrace history and go in-depth on the effects this part of history has on AthensHistorical Highlights
Check out main landmarks related to the theme of your history tour and connect their relevance through fantastic stories and facts from your expert local hostHidden Treasures
During your tour, you’ll also uncover hidden gems that will show you a different perspective of history as you know it, something you can’t easily find in a history book!Storytelling Journey
As you discover the historical side of Athens, you’ll be able to go back in time thanks to the amazing stories and storytelling skills of your local host. Feel free to ask any questions and feel as if you are relieving history in the present time
Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?
Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
Select your local guide
Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.
Costas
The Experienced Local
Costas4.9286 reviewsI speakEnglish • Français • Italiano • ΕλληνικάMarkella
licensed tour guide
Markella4.9107 reviewsI speakΕλληνικά • English • FrançaisEvanthia
The active tourist guide
Evanthia5.0127 reviewsI speakEnglish • ΕλληνικάJohn
The Greek Antiquarian
John5.055 reviewsI speakEnglish • Ελληνικά- +1
Elisavet, Makram & 1 other local are available
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Included
- Private Guide
Not included
- Entrance to attractions
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
Great Experience!
"Elena was súper kind and very knowledgeable of Athens! Very cool Tour"
- 5.0
Fantastic tour!
"Alex gave us the best tour of the heart of Athens! He was entertaining, so knowledgeable and guided us through a remarkable amount of sights in the 3 hours of the tour. It was the perfect orientation...
- 5.0
History and Mythology
"Along with extensive knowledge of the history behind various ancient sites, Alexandros shared visual aids of what the sites looked like in their day. He shared myths connected to the sites that gave ...
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What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
Read moreWhat payment methods are available?
During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
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