Choragic Monument of Lysicrates Tours and Activities

TRIP DETAILS We discover the hidden corners of the city and ancient Athens by cycling in places such as the Hill of Pnyx, the old Observatory and the Monument of Philopappos, the prison of Socrates, the Roman Agora, Koile, Aristotle’s School and Hadrian’s Library. We admire the incomparable view of the Panathenaic Stadium and the Acropolis from Arditos Hill, the Parthenon and the port of Piraeus from Philopappos Hill, the Ancient Agora and the whole of Athens from Areopagus Hill. We cross the oasis of the National Garden and the Zappeion, Plaka and the traditional district of Anafiotika. We also experience the contrasts of the modern city: designer storefronts and shops with second hand goods, trendy restaurants and quaint cafés. And after tasting traditional souvlaki, we complete our cycling in the shadow of the Acropolis.

Explore Athens by TRIKKE® (electric tricycle) and check off the Greek capital’s top sights with this 2-hour small group tour. Hop aboard your easy-to-ride, three-wheeled Trikke, and zip between showstopper sights — from the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens to the Panathenaic Stadium. Enjoy frequent stops to take photos, and benefit from the personalized commentary of your local guide.

TRIP DETAILS We discover the hidden corners of the city and ancient Athens by cycling in places such as the Hill of Pnyx, the old Observatory and the Monument of Philopappos, the prison of Socrates, the Roman Agora, Koile, Aristotle’s School and Hadrian’s Library. We admire the incomparable view of the Panathenaic Stadium and the Acropolis from Arditos Hill, the Parthenon and the port of Piraeus from Philopappos Hill, the Ancient Agora and the whole of Athens from Areopagus Hill. We cross the oasis of the National Garden and the Zappeion, Plaka and the traditional district of Anafiotika. We also experience the contrasts of the modern city: designer storefronts and shops with second hand goods, trendy restaurants and quaint cafés. And after tasting traditional souvlaki, we complete our cycling in the shadow of the Acropolis.

An Afternoon in Athens is a guided 4-hour tour through the ancient Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman sites of the historical center will make you feel the “vibe” and the diversity of this contemporary metropolis. As you walk from Plaka's rustic alleys to the Temple of Olympian Zeus, you will learn everything there is to know about its history from antiquity up until the 21st century.

We walk through the picturesque streets of Athens' old city "Plaka" and visit 3 unique local wine bars, where we taste Greek wine varieties such as Agiorgitiko Nemeas and Moschofilero. At the same time we taste traditional Greek appetizers and learn useful information about all the delicious food we savor and the places we visit whilst having reserved tables at all venues. Our company is an innovative alternative tours / activities organizer, active since 2004.

During this “delicious” tour we combine two of our greatest passions: The beautiful sites of Athens, the stories that unfold behind them and our love for Greek food as it evolved over the last 2500 years… Uncover with us untold stories and myths of some of Athens’ most legendary sites and neighborhoods and find out what made them so unique and popular all these years. What makes Athens so unique as a city and why are people so "friendly"? Greek hospitality is known to all of us, not only in the smaller cities and islands but in Athens and her people too. Let us show you the best of Athens sites and people, find out a little more about Ancient Greeks' daily routine and compare it with a day in the life of a contemporary Athenian. This tour ends with an authentic Ancient Greek dinner where you will enjoy a three-course menu based on revived ancient Greek recipes… Put on your comfortable shoes, be inspired and become an ancient Greek for an hour or so…

Admire the change of Evzones guards, stationed at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Greek Parliament. Stroll through the Greek National Gardens. Admire Zapeion Megaron, walk down Herodes Atticus road and see the Greek Presidential Residence. Continue to the Panathenaic Stadium and the Temple of Olympian Zeus the largest of the ancient Greek temples, one of the first to be conceived and the last to be completed. After a quick break for beverages our tour continues in the picturesque shaded streets of Plaka one of the most iconic areas of Athens. Discover the secrets of classical antiquities such as the Ancient circular Lysicrate’s Monument. Your tour will finally take you to the vibrant Monastiraki area, where you will have the chance to get to know Hadrian’s library, the Roman Forum and the Flea Market. Our tour ends at Monastiraki Metro Station where our guide will provide you a Parthenon Tours souvenir.