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Mythology Tour of Athens & the Acropolis with a Private Expert Licensed Guide

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The Mythological world inhabited by the Ancient Greeks was not one of the fairytales, but one filled with a pantheon of real Gods, who it was possible to talk to, summon up, or just meet by chance when they visited the mortal world. Bad or good decisions could lead to punishments like transformation into animals, or bestow fortune such as victory in battle. Multi-headed Hydras inhabited lakes, Centaurs lived in dark mountain caves, Griffins flew the skies, and the islands surrounding Athens were full of beasts with special powers, from Minotaurs and Sirens. No wonder the mythology of the ancient world formed part of everyday life for local Athenians who carved these beliefs into every monument for us to see today. So join your private guide and step back 2500 years for a fun and educational tour bringing the mythology of Athens to life in front of you.
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  • (3-Hour EXTENDED OPTION) extends the route from the Acropolis to include the Ancient Agora
  • 2-Hour Private Guided Tour including the Acropolis & Parthenon with a Licensed Official Expert
  • (3-Hour PLAKA & FOOD OPTION) Traditional Greek Coffee/Moutain Tea, Souvlaki, Sweet Treats
  • Admission Fees (skip-the-line tickets provided on request after booking (additonal cost)
Departure Point

Leof. Vasilisis Amalias 50, Athina 105 58, Greece MEETING POINT: Our guide will see you at Hadrian's Arch. She will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written.

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Leof. Vasilisis Amalias 50, Athina 105 58, Greece MEETING POINT: Our guide will see you at Hadrian's Arch. She will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written.

  • Temple of Olympian Zeus, Athens, Greece
    Dedicated to Zeus head of the Olympian Gods, this colossal Temple pre-dates the Acropolis and is the largest ever constructed and home to one of the wonders of the ancient world; a gigantic statue of Zeus seated on a throne over 12 meters tall and encrusted with gold, ivory & Jewels. At the golden sandals of the god sat an olive oil reservoir that reflected on the statue making it appear that the god would rise up and lift of the temple roof. One can only imagine the impact it had on the visitors of the day over 2500 years before! The starting point for the tour is located opposite the temple so you will start with the stories & myths surrounding Zeus and his influence on the citizens of Athens.
    15 minutes
  • Acropolis, Athens, Greece
    Most sacred site of Ancient Greece and crowned by the pinnacle of Classical Greece, the Parthenon which was richly decorated with the struggles of the gods, and the focus of the largest Athenian celebrations to the Goddess Athena. A short distance away lies the Erechtheion Temple, dedicated to both the God Poseidon and Goddess Athena who battled for the patronage of Athens. Learn of their competition, uncover the riddles of the Parthenon, the events behind the myths and the relevance of these monuments both then and now in the lives of Athenians.
    90 minutes
  • Acropolis, Athens, Greece
    ENDING YOUR TOUR. Your guide will end your tour at the Acropolis where you can continue longer on your own or enjoy the sights of the City!
  • Athens, Athens, Greece
    ADDITIONAL BOOKING OPTIONS AVAILABLE: PLAKA & FOOD OPTION If choosing this option, Your Acropolis tour is extended with a tour of the Plaka Neighborhood along with stops at Iconic Local Eateries including Classic Greek Coffee or Mountain Tea or soft drinks, Souvlaki Main, and Traditional Sweet delicacies. EXTENDED TOUR OPTION If choosing this option your tour is extended to include a visit to the Ancient Agora Archaeological Site. The epicenter of Ancient Greek life in the city, this is where the Athenians came to meet, trade and discuss the politics of the day; where Philosophers such as Plato spoke, where democracy itself was founded by the citizens and where many of the most important temples and dedications to the gods were made.
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • ADMISSION TICKETS: Please note that admission is not included. Tickets for some dates and time slots can be in heavy demand so we kindly request that you turn up for your tour with appropriate tickets; either having bought these yourself, or having asked us to buy these on your behalf. Otherwise we are not responsible for any delays. If you need us to purchase Skip-the-line Tickets for you, just let us know by message after booking.
  • PLAKA & FOOD OPTION (3hr) with a combination of visits to the Acropolis and Plaka neighbourhood including food tastings
  • EXTENDED OPTION (3hr) Choosing this option extends the route from the Acropolis to include the Ancient Agora
  • REDUCED MOBILITY. We want all our guests to fully enjoy their tour in the most comfortable way possible. If you have reduced mobility or can only walk for short distances, we request that you let us know after booking since there are various measures we can put in place to reduce the time you spend on your feet.
  • WHEELCHAIR USERS. For wheelchair users it is necessary to have an able-bodied person accompanying. Please let us know after booking as there are various measures we can take to make the tour most easy. It is also possible to extend your tour time on request.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Gregory_M
16 Nov 2022
Lisa was without doubt the best guide I had in Athens, I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the Acropolis and Ancient Athens with her
Paul_R
24 Sep 2021
Highly recommended. This tour brings Athens, the Acropolis, and its magnificent history to life -- integrating the history with the mythology. Thank you!
This tour in Athens is organized by WARMPENGUIN

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