Athens Highlights: Myths & Philosophers Walking Tour
A walk on the philosophers and myths of ancient Athens, from the Academy of Athens past Parliament and the National Garden to Ermou Street and Monastiraki.
- Rating on Viator
- 5.0 out of 5 from 146 reviews
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Guided in
- English
- Group
- Private: your group only
- Fitness level
- Easy
- Children
- From age 4
- Run by
- Be a Greek
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Where the tour goes
- Academy of Athens15 min
- Numismatic Museum
- Hellenic Parliament15 min
- National Garden15 min
- Ermou Street15 min
- Monastiraki
- Ancient Agora of Athens15 min
- Tower of the Winds15 min
- Anafiotika20 min
- Areopago15 min
Stops as listed by the operator on Viator; the order can change on the day.
What to know before you book
Included
- Bottled water
- Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Entrance fees to any point of interest
Access
- Public transport nearby
How it compares in Athens
- Reviews: 22 of the other 22 reviewed tours here have more reviews than this one.
Prefer no guide? Our free self-guided walk covers 2.6 km in about 34 minutes of walking, not counting stops.
From listings on our partner sites. This tour was last checked on 30 October 2026; prices and review counts change.
Walking in Athens
Athens puts the Acropolis, the Ancient Agora and other classical sites within a short walk of each other, linked by a pedestrian promenade and surrounded by lively neighbourhoods.
Terrain. Flat along the promenade, then steep up to the Acropolis, Plaka's upper lanes and Lycabettus. Expect steps and polished marble.
Heat. Summer is very hot and the Acropolis is shadeless. The culture ministry closed it from about 13:00 to 17:00 during heatwaves in July 2025, so check announcements if a heatwave is forecast. Carry water and wear a hat.
Read the full Athens walking guide or try the free self-guided walk.
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