MAKRYGIANNI STREET
MEETING OUR GUIDE. Your guide will be waiting at Makrygianni Street at the Acropolis Metro stop which is just around the corner from the Acropolis Main Entrance.
Our meeting spot provides an ideal perspective from which to view the surrounding wall of the Acropolis built by the earlier Mycenean civilization and to provide you with an introduction to the History of the Acropolis, its importance and role in the life of ancient Greece, and an overview of the temples & amazing monuments you are about to see.
ACROPOLIS
TOURING THE ACROPOLIS and PARTHENON.
With no need to queue for tickets you can carry on to see The THEATER OF DIONYSUS, considered the worlds oldest, and upwards to the gigantic entrance of the PROPHILIA, to hear about all of the Temples and other structures located on the rock of the Acropolis including the restored TEMPLE OF ATHENA NIKE, the PARTHENON, and the Mystical ERECHTHEION. Take in the myths & legends associated with the temples amongst the Athens views and finally descend through the olive trees to view the HEROD ATTICUS ODEON THEATER as you head towards the nearby Plaka Neighborhood.
Our guides are among the most experienced in Athens & will naturally adapt your commentary according to any questions, comments or interests in your group, whether you prefer more mythological associations, more History of the life & times of the sites, more Archaeological detail, specific highlights, or anything else.
PLAKA & OLD TOWN
TOURING THE PLAKA.
Walk in the footsteps of the ancient Athenians, philosophers & founders of Democracy as you continue from the Acropolis through the pretty narrow streets & squares of the old town passing the many monuments from Classical Greek & Roman times as your Licensed expert guide informs you of their fascinating History & Stories of the old & new Athens.
ENDING YOUR TOUR. Your guide will return you to the meeting point, or you can choose to stay enjoying the sights of the City!
ADDITIONAL BOOKING OPTION
PLAKA & FOOD OPTION (3-hr):
If choosing this option, Your tour of the Plaka Neighborhood will also include stops at Iconic Local Eateries for Classic Greek Coffee or Mountain Tea or soft drinks, Souvlaki or Savory Pies, and Traditional Sweet delicacies
ACROPOLIS or PLAKA (2-Hr):
If selecting this tour option during booking you will be guided through your choice of either the Acropolis or Plaka Neighborhood
