Athens City of Rebellion Tour: A Walking Journey Through History and Struggle
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9 Ratings
Athina
Uncover Athens' rebellious spirit on a walking tour, exploring its history of resistance and the iconic sites that bear witness to its struggle for social justice.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Monastiraki - Your guide will welcome you on this emblematic square of Athens.
What's Included
- All fees and taxes included
Additional Information
Uncover Athens’ defiant heritage on a foot journey and learn how its history of rebellion has served to mold the current city.
With each footfall, journey through the annals of time and visit landmarks that stand testament to Athens’ historic battles, from its defiance against the Ottoman Empire to its contemporary fight for social justice.
Explore the tales of Greek resistance, from the bold deeds of individuals that reached legendary status to the large-scale civil movements of Athenians seeking liberation amidst fascism, brutality, and governmental subjugation.
Furthermore, uncover the lively neighborhood of Exarchia, the present epicenter of defiance and activism that serves as a haven for anarchists, refugees, the queer community, and artists. Dive into the district’s eclectic spirit and understand its continuous role in Athens’ fight for social justice.
Embark on this foot journey with us and unravel how Athens’ history of rebellion continues to stimulate and define its present and future.
- The tour is adapted to anybody over 10 years old. However, infants (0-5) can accompany you for free.
- The tour happens in a small group (max 6 people) to ensure a quality experience
- Not recommended for travelers with walking difficulties
Location
Pl. Monastirakiou 2
Platia Monastirakiou
Find us next to the entrance of the church on Monastiraki Square.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(9 Ratings)
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Netazi
May 21, 2024
Don't hesitate, this will be a highlight of your trip! - Maelle is an amazing guide! She is very knowledgeable and warm. The subject is very dear to her heart, so that the information she gave us had a current feel to it. We gained an understanding of Athens that would not have had without taking the tour. Very very interesting and memorable. Highly recommend!
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Navigator56438
May 10, 2024
Fascinating - This guided tour of Athens was absolutely fascinating. Maelle knew how to captivate our attention with stories of uprisings and revolutions that shaped the city. Each place visited vibrated with stories of courage and the fight for justice. This tour is perfect for those who want to get off the beaten track and want to understand the social and political dynamics that have animated Athens throughout the centuries.
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U5002hrkatel
May 7, 2024
A Perfect Addition to your Trip to Athens! - We went on the "Athens: History of Rebellion Walking Tour" with Maelle and it was an absolute highlight of our time in Athens. There were 5 of us on the tour and Maelle took us through the last 200 years of political rebellion in the city. The tour was informative, interesting, and colorful. She showed us so many fascinating locations and gave us a social justice oriented understanding of Athens/ political scene. Additionally, Maelle took the time to reach out after the tour and share suggestions for restaurants and outings both in Athens and in Naxos, where we were visiting afterward. We highly recommend this tour and any tours or offerings from Maelle!
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U2154dylenag
Mar 7, 2024
Best way to really getting to know Athens! - Highly recommended! Gives you exciting historical insights into Athens past. Not only is it personalised, so you are able to ask questions/comments any time, but also is the guide passionate and local about the city! Join the walking tours if you are eager on getting to know Athens in the best way possible!
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Zlil_d
Feb 27, 2024
Great tour to learn about Athens beyond the touristic parts - This is a great tour for those who want to see and hear a bit more about the history of modern Athens and Greek society, beyond the known historical sites. I found it really interesting and definitely recommend it.
I had the privilege of going to a tour with Maelle. She was incredibly knowledgable, sweet and insightful. I got to hear a bit about her own personal experience while leaving in the city.
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S3037rclinac
Nov 27, 2023
Outstanding experience in Athens - Great walking tour with a knowledgeable, engaging and friendly guide! I learned a lot about the city and the history of Greece. The route was well-thought and the duration perfect. I can't wait to have the occasion to rebook another experience with Culture Hunters!
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Peter_c
Sep 20, 2023
If you are interested in learning more about the story of Athens go on this tour... - ... and if you aren't interested, you should be!
We really enjoyed our stay in Athens but wanted to learn about its more recent history and the culture that we were seeing as we walked around. This tour really gave us loads of context, some inspiring and interesting stories and we also saw some parts of town that we might not otherwise have seen. This tour is very much recommended.
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Andreass9308ym
Sep 1, 2023
Don't miss out if you are interested in understanding Athens - This tour is an ideal choice for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of this incredible city and its people, and interested in the history of Greece beyond the ancient times. I saw a side of Athens which a tourist can hardly discover without a local and learnt about some secret spots I cannot share with other tourists:) Maelle was exceptional in making the tour both educational and fun. Her knowledge and passion for the subject matter were evident throughout, and she presented the information in an engaging way. Thank you for this incredible experience!
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Fabrice_j
May 22, 2023
Perfect - Amazing tour! This experience is the highlight of our stay in Athens. Really feel like we understand the city a lot better now and it was great to get to know the recent history, and the anarchist neighborhood. Our guide was very nice and passionate about Athens, she even gave us great tips to explore Exarchia after the tour for food, street art and sunset spot.
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