Byzantine and Ottoman Athens Tour
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It is a comprehensive visit to Plaka offering a guided tour to important monuments and landmarks related to the Byzantine and Ottoman periods of Athens, both of which gave Athens its modern identity. We visit Byzantine Churches and historical landmarks on the streets of Athens . We see and speak about frescoes and icons. There is an option that we visit a monastery in the middle of the capital. There is an option to vist the Smyrna Refugees landmarks in Piraeus. In this case we visit less churches in Plaka. The tour is suitable for people who like to walk and want to learn new cultures, or are accustomed to the Ottoman and Christian interaction. Τhe tour comprises entrance to relevant museums (no added cost)
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Daluzfurtado, 8/7/2025 3:33:44 AM
Vivi was an excellent guide. She is a subject matter expert on the topic. The tour is highly recommended.
Steven P, 1/17/2025 7:14:36 AM
Very interesting and informative tour of various Byzantine and Ottoman sites in Athens. We also went to an interesting museum with artifacts and information from the Greek war of independence.
Voyage37769987438, 9/12/2024 4:45:13 AM
Fascinating ! Very informative and not the first choice of a lot of people but teaches about an important part of the greek identity .
esperanzamariah2025, 8/31/2025 6:08:58 AM
It was a super good experience, the guide was exceptional and we loved it, we learned a lot and also the tour inside the museum was excellent
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recomended for people they dont usually walk
- Not recommended for travelers with hearing problems
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It is a comprehensive visit to Plaka offering a guided tour to important monuments and landmarks related to the Byzantine and Ottoman periods of Athens, both of which gave Athens its modern identity. We visit Byzantine Churches and historical landmarks on the streets of Athens . We see and speak about frescoes and icons. There is an option that we visit a monastery in the middle of the capital. There is an option to vist the Smyrna Refugees landmarks in Piraeus. In this case we visit less churches in Plaka. The tour is suitable for people who like to walk and want to learn new cultures, or are accustomed to the Ottoman and Christian interaction. Τhe tour comprises entrance to relevant museums (no added cost)No redemption information available
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