Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of Athens. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore the Akadimia where you’ll experience a different Athens, like a local with a local by your side!
Enjoy the best view of Athens from Lycabetus Hill! Have lots of fun and enjoy the true wonders of Athens! Explore the hip, artsy neighborhoods of Athens!
Are you looking for the best way to discover Athens with your little explorers? On my tour you will experience the city through fun activities like a treasure hunt, your own graffiti art, learning Greek words and of course tasting one of the local desserts along with ice cream in town.
Discover the past and present of Athens on a private tour with a local. Wander around atmospheric neighborhoods, admire the must-see spots and learn more about the Greek culture.
Discover the mythical side of Athens. This experience will lead you through city streets and enchanting sites. From caves to Roman baths, from ancient temples dedicated to mysterious gods to Christian churches! Get ready to explore and hear the best myths.
Culture, history, impressing monuments and delicious food. There are many reasons to visit the beautiful capital of Greece. A tour off the beaten track in Athens with a local host is the perfect way to explore the real wonders of this extraordinary city! Get lost in the most alternative neighborhoods with your host, while listening to interesting stories about Athens you won't find online. Explore the colorful street art and galleries in Psiri, one of the hippest areas which is full of personality. Visit traditional cafés, impressing monuments, and charming areas off the beaten path in Athens. A foodie traveler? Let your local host show you where to have the most authentic Saganaki and Moussaka, and see for yourself why Athens is a paradise for those who love to eat! Sample the best local delicacies at the central market, have lunch at one of the many cute eateries, or stop for a little something at a secret underground restaurant. Enjoy the most beautiful sunset from Lycabettus Hill, the highest point of the city, or discover the vibrant Gazi area. Connect with the LGBTQ community off the beaten track in Athens, or go for an adrenaline-filled adventure on the impressive island Evia. Here to party? Then a night tour might be your perfect adventure! Visit the best clubs in town or go bar-hopping at the locals' favorite spots. Greece is known for its awesome nightlife and your host will bring you along to the best places off the beaten path in Athens. There is so much to explore in the capital of Greece. The only question now is - where would you like to go? Contact your local host to create a personalized experience in Athens just for you!
What other travelers love about our local experts
Gomez
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30 July 2025
The best way to experience queer Athens
If you’re reading this review to decide on Stavros’ tour, stop reading and book it! Not only is Stavros a friendly and thoughtful guide, but his knowledge of queer Greece - both Ancient and modern - is remarkable and timely. The sights we saw came second to the knowledge we gained from Stavros as we discussed the prevalence of homosexuality in Ancient Greece, the role of religion in modern queer rights, and the many places queer people convene to find community - both in person and online. By the end of the evening, we felt as if we got to be part of Athens’ queer community for a night. We booked this tour to celebrate my birthday, and Stavros made me feel like I was celebrating with friends. I’m very grateful to the new friend I’ve made in Athens, and will be booking this tour again when I inevitably return!
Athens LGBTQ+ Culture & Hangout Spots
Keith
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27 July 2025
Entertaing, Interesting, and Good Company
Stavros is easy to reach and coordinate with. All went very smoothly in booking and meeting. Stavros was a great guide and host. He had many interesting stories and was happy to answer lots of questions about the tour, the history of homosexuality in Greek history, and modern gay life in Greece. Some of the information was speculative based on the secrecy of gay relationships, and the time period in which the people lived, but I believe Stavros had researched his tour well. The walk was around some lovely parts of Athens. We started w history and ended in a vibrant area at a gay bar/restaurant. By the end of they tour Stavros felt like a friend. I did have the benefit of being alone w Stavros so we were able to speak easily without others on the tour. A small group of friends would probably have a similar experience. Well worth the time and cost.
Athens LGBTQ+ Culture & Hangout Spots
Nicola
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27 July 2025
Fantastic! So insightful!
Massive thanks to Voula for such an insightful tour! We booked last minute but are so glad that we did! A true highlight of our trip. Voula was so knowledgeable, full of engaging facts as we wandered through the streets from ancient history to modern day insights. Her range of knowledge was top-notch and we really felt like we were spending an afternoon with a new friend. Thank you also to Voula for slightly changing the itinerary due to is having already seen some of the planned sights. Her communication both before and after the trip was also fantastic. 100% recommend this tour and Voula!! 🩷🇬🇷
Off the Beaten Track in Athens: Akadimia Tour
Marissa
About local
22 July 2025
A True Local Experience
I had an incredible experience with Ioannis on an off-the-beaten-path tour of Athens. From the very beginning, he really listened to what I was interested in and tailored the tour to match. He took us through local neighborhoods that combined street art, culture, and history in such a thoughtful way. One of the highlights was when he showed us some hard-to-find ancient frescoes tucked away in an area I would have walked right past if I were on my own.
Ioannis was kind, funny, and deeply knowledgeable. His English was perfect, and he made the whole experience feel relaxed and engaging. He even gave us great recommendations for places to eat after the tour, which turned out to be just as spot-on as everything else he shared. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with him and will absolutely book another tour the next time I’m in Athens. I can’t recommend him highly enough.
