City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours 5

Kickstart your trip to Athens

The perfect 3-hour experience for your first day in Athens. Get oriented and gain tips from your host to make the most of the rest of your visit.

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

Explore hidden alleys, secret tavernas, and forgotten ruins in Athens' most charming districts!
Let a local insider unlock Athens and show you what lies beyond the Acropolis and historic ruins.
Get insider tips on the best tavernas, rooftop bars, and hidden cafes in Athens!
Get the inside scoop on navigating the city like a true Athenian and avoid tourist traps.
Learn to immerse yourself in Athens' vibrant energy, rich history, and charming neighborhoods.
Choose an area and explore hidden gems or top landmarks for three hours, tailored to your interests!
Kickstart your Athens trip with a local insider, unlocking the city in a way no guidebook can!

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

At a glance What’s included Things to know

3 hours

Fully tailored to your preferences

English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience

3 hours with a Host

Walking experience

Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s not included

Tickets to any attractions

Food and drink

Transport

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

Make the most of your visit to Athens by letting your friendly and knowledgeable host unlock the real Athens for you on your first or second day. Say goodbye to your guidebook and hello to an authentic local experience.

During your 3-hours together, your host will show you how to navigate the city like a true Athenian and avoid tourist traps. Whether you prefer uncovering hidden gems or visiting must-see landmarks, your host will tailor the experience to your interests.

After your experience, you'll be ready to indulge in mouth-watering Greek cuisine at traditional tavernas, sip cocktails with a panoramic view of the Acropolis at trendy rooftop bars, and discover hidden cafes tucked away in charming alleyways using the valuable insider tips your host shared during your time together.

This is the best way to kickstart your visit to Athens and ensure you don't waste any time figuring out what to do. Let your local host show you the way to the city's rich history, vibrant culture, and lively energy!

What travelers think of our City Essentials: First Day experiences in Europe

Ralph Jun 2025

Our guide, Natasha, was outstanding.. Her knowledge awesome. Her patience truly appreciated. We highly recommend her.

Ralph Jun 2025

Our guide, Natasha, was fantastic! He kindness, patience is admirable. She is a Greek who is proud of her heritage and country. Her knowledge allowed her to share in-depth the sites she took us to; The Acropolis, Plato’s, etc, etc. Quite a memorable experience.

Ralph May 2025

Natasha is very knowledgeable. She is an outstanding communicator. Patient and kind.

Wiebke May 2025

Manuel Apr 2025

The guide and the tour that he designed for us!

Eric Apr 2025

Mickael is an excellent guide, very friendly. Nothing to complain about, it was perfect.

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