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What would Athens have looked like at the time of the Byzantine Empire? Imagine a cluster of small houses built around the Acropolis, and narrow, winding streets covered with dust in the summer and turned into mud in winter. This is what Athens would have looked like when it was only a small and insignificant city of the empire. Today, thanks to this audio-guided walk, we retrace the ruins of the ancient monuments that still stand as a reminder of the city’s former glory.

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About the tour

Walking
Easy
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1:30

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Kapnikarea, Pl. Kapnikareas 3, Athina 105 63, Greece

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This itinerary pass by the following suggested places (possible entry tickets are not included within this tour and opening times may be subject to changes):

  • Kapnikarea (free entrance during opening hours: 11AM – 5PM)
  • Little Metropolis (free entrance during opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 8AM – 12PM & 4PM – 7PM)
  • Holy Church of St. John (free entrance during opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 9AM – 12PM & 3PM – 5PM)
  • Holy Church of Saint Nicholas Rangavas (free entrance during opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 9AM – 12PM & 3PM – 5PM)
  • Byzantine and Christian Museum (ticket required; open daily from 8AM to 8PM except Tuesdays from 8AM to 1PM).

Entrance is highly recommended to enjoy our itinerary to the fullest, but it is not mandatory!

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  • Self-guided audio tour - map including route and storytelling on every stop.
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  • Entrance tickets for places are not included.
  • No live guide, equipment, food or transportation is provided.

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