Private Evening Neighborhood Walk, Athens

Your Athenian neighborhood stroll begins when you meet your friendly private guide, a gifted storyteller eager to share the secrets of their beloved city. After a brief introduction, start winding your way down the cobbled streets of Plaka, listening to fascinating stories and local secrets that bring the area to life. Full of narrow alleys, flower-draped houses, and lively cafés and bars, Plaka lies in the shadow of the Acropolis and is the oldest neighborhood in Athens (and one of the oldest in the world).

Nestled within Plaka, you'll find another gem: Anafiotika. This tiny enclave was built by workers from the Cyclades who brought their traditions and architecture with them when they settled in the 19th century. You'll feel like you've stepped into a traditional island village as you stroll past its whitewashed houses and lovingly tended gardens, glimpse the oldest Byzantine church in the city, and climb colorful stairways draped with basking cats.

Your guide will help you navigate the winding streets with the help of a custom, informative map, which you can use to explore the city during the rest of your stay, and you'll stop for some traditional ice cream en route. They'll also give you a crash course in the most important Greek phrases so you can greet shopkeepers and order in a taverna just like a local.

Your evening stroll continues down Dionysiou Areopagitou, considered Athens' most beautiful pedestrian avenue, and winds down in Thiseio, a lively area full of restaurants and bars with a front-row view of the Acropolis. If you've worked up an appetite, your guide will be happy to lead you to their favorite taverna and help you order before parting ways and leaving you to enjoy dinner on your own.