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!
Curious to know more about Athens’s history? Join a local history expert on an insightful tour that will show you a side of the city that can’t be found in any book. This experience will open your eyes to the past and origins of Athens from a local perspective as you learn about Greek Mythology.
Ready to taste the best food in Athens? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Athens.
Want to see the best of Athens? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Athens!
Did you know that the Athens tour of your dreams exists? Yes, and it’s 100% personalized and created by your local host around your interests. Customize and see only the places that spark your interest. From classic landmarks to neighborhood walks - your wishes are our command!
Follow in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks and explore Athens on foot! With so many historical sites and hidden gems to discover, a walking tour in Athens is the perfect way to uncover both the modern and ancient city wonders with a local host by your side. Discover the myths and legends of ancient Greece on the Best of Athens Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems. This walking city tour will leave you amazed by how easily the old city blends with the new in Athens. You'll be visiting the art galleries and local flea markets to soak up modern life, and exploring Hadrian’s Library, the Temple of Zeus and the Tower of Winds to hear about Greek mythology and the stories of the gods. Stop for a frappe and admire the panoramic views, then continue your private walking tour through Zappeion Hall and the National Gardens. Your favorite local will know all the best hidden gems in Athens! Writer’s will just love the Delicious Food Tour with Food Journalist walking tour in Athens! Join a local food journalist host and head out to the boutique shops and markets. Get a taste of authentic Athens on this private walking tour! Using intricate knowledge of the Greek food market, you’ll be trying out new products on this unique walking city tour. Taste specialty oils, koulouri and cheesy bites. You will also get to see how the hidden local life of Athens as you explore hidden neighborhoods on foot with your local host. Athens walking tours are completely customizable and 100% private. With your local host by your side, you'll be able to personalize your tour to create the perfect walking city tour.
What other travelers love about our local experts
Nicola
About local
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
Martin
About local
23 July 2025
Fun time with Makram
Makram, was a fine host. He was very informed and was fun person to enjoy a short but entertaining kick start tour. We would have been happy to spend more time with him as any subject we raised he was very obliging to discuss in detail. He made our visit to Athens and we recommend him as your tour guide.
City Kickstart Tour: Athens
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.
Off the Beaten Track in Athens: Akadimia Tour
Maria
About local
22 July 2025
An amazing experience!
We truly can't begin to fully express how wonderful Voula was on our food tour! From the minute we met her, she made us feel like family. Not only is she extremely knowledgeable about Greek foods, she also shared with us historical and cultural information. She paced the tour perfectly, and we were able to try so many delicious foods. My elderly mother was supposed to be on the tour (which Voula welcomed and helped us plan for!), but at the last minute, was unable to make it. Voula sent us back to our place with food she could try. The tour was worth every penny, thanks to Voula!
