Athens Historical Center: Explore by Bike

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Meet the culture and history of Athens on a bike. Cycle through the wonderful districts of Athens and see the most important archeological sites. Enjoy a small break with a panoramic view of Athens.

Highlights

  • Kerameikos Cemetary
  • Ancient Greek Agora
  • Greek Parliaments, Evzones guards
  • Panathenaic Stadium
  • Temple of Zeus

Description

Starting from the meeting point, you will cycle on the metropolitan Athens bikelane moving to the heart of the city. Kerameikos Cemetary is the first ancient site on the way. Next up, you are going to 'get lost' through the Psirri district. You will get to see the Town Hall, 'Varvakios' the traditional and biggest food market of Athens. Monastiraki square, the most central spot of Athens, comes next. The journey through history just begins. Cycling next to the Greek Ancient Agora and the Roman Agora where the Tower of Winds stands. Cycling through pictersque paths, you will find yourselves inside the 'Neighborhood of the Gods', the unique Plaka district. Reaching Syntagma Square, you will see the Greek Parliament where the famous 'Evzones' soldiers guard and enjoy a smooth ride through the National Gardens. A couple of spins will take you to Zappeion Hall and the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games took place in 1896. Next stop, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Arch. Cycling on the most famous pedestrian road of Athens, you will see the Museum of Acropolis located right under the sacred rock of the Parthenon. Time to walk for couple of minutes through the Filopappou Hill, reaching Pnyka to enjoy a panoramic view to Athens. Cycling down the rest of the most famous pedestrian road the bike tour is going to the end. The tour finishes again at the meeting point which is very close to the Historical Center of Athens and there is also a Metro station in a 150 meters distance.

Includes

Bike leader / Tour Guide 28' Trekking Bike Helmet Bottle of water (0.5 L) All taxes

Important Information

  • All guest must know to ride a bike This tour will not take place in case of heavy rain

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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