Alternative Athens

Alternative Athens Experience local life. Travel differently. www.alternativeathens.com You will see Athens as we see it –through the eyes of a local.

ALTERNATIVE_ATHENS is about a different way of travelling and discovering the secrets of this fascinating, complex and diverse city, Athens. Whether taking a tour or staying with us, our aim is to offer you a genuine Athenian experience:

•discovering non-touristic neighborhoods, streets and locations,
•visiting places where the Athenians eat, shop and have fun in their everyday life,
•explorin

g new, uncharted locations that are just emerging. Everything we do is based on experiences, not just passive sightseeing and tourist stereotypes. We love meeting people, exchanging ideas, and –what travelling’s all about– sharing all we can about our city and our culture.

Follow the Athens Riviera to the legendary Temple of Poseidon, perched above the , where sunsets hit different. Legend ...
29/06/2025

Follow the Athens Riviera to the legendary Temple of Poseidon, perched above the , where sunsets hit different.

Legend has it could shake the earth with his trident — but clearly, he preferred a sea view. ⚡🌅

🏛️ Explore this 5th c. BC cliff-top wonder�
🛁 Soak in Lake Vouliagmeni’s warm waters�
🏖️ Cruise the coast like a local

And if you stay long enough? Watch the temple glow under the moonlight — just like the gods would’ve wanted.

👉🏽 Find your own with “Cape Sounion & the Athens Riviera Sunset Tour” in bio!
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💭 “Amazing tour! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and engaging and she made sure we had adequate water, restroom st...
20/06/2025

💭 “Amazing tour! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and engaging and she made sure we had adequate water, restroom stops, time for pictures, and shade. Highly recommend Alternative Athens!”

Huge thanks for the kind words — we’re always here for the myths and the sunscreen. ☀️😄 The Athens Highlights Mythology Tour is our most loved experience for a reason:

🧿 The must-see landmarks — , ,
⚡ Myths, gods, legends & the real history behind them
🏛️ How ancient Greeks lived, ruled, believed

isn’t just ancient. It’s alive — and we’ll show you where to find its heartbeat.

👉🏽 Find your own with “Athens Highlights Mythology Tour ” in bio!

This , trade ties and socks for shields and sandals. 🛡️💙Starting June 15, our Young Heroes tour launches in a new small...
15/06/2025

This , trade ties and socks for shields and sandals. 🛡️💙

Starting June 15, our Young Heroes tour launches in a new small group format — the perfect interactive adventure for kids (up to 10... or a bit older, we won’t tell 😉).

🚶🏻‍♀️🚶🏼Walk where the gods once walked.

🎭 Solve riddles, face trials, and hear ancient tales.

🗺️ Laugh, play, and explore Athens like the heroes you are.

Whether you’re stopping in for a few hours or spending days under the sun, this is a family experience you’ll talk about long after the holiday ends.

👉🏽 Find your own with “Young Heroes: A Family Mythology Tour” in bio!

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This week, gets even louder, brighter and prouder. And we’re here for it.🌈 Celebrate Pride Week with our Gay & Le***a...
09/06/2025

This week, gets even louder, brighter and prouder. And we’re here for it.🌈

Celebrate Pride Week with our Gay & Le***an Night Out Tour — a night of safe spaces, shared stories, and unapologetic fun in the city’s queerest corners. ✨

🏳️‍🌈 Safe, real, and proudly alternative — this is our kind of night out.

👉🏽 Find your own through our Tours & Activities in bio!

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02/06/2025

Make a reservation for the late 19th century. 🕰️🍷 No sign, no menu, no English — just 130 years of feeding below street level.

Diporto is all chickpeas, lamb stew, cloudy retsina from the barrel, and zero pretension. 🥣🔥 Shared tables, butcher paper, big pots.

If you want curated cute, skip it. If you want the real stuff — welcome underground. 🪜

👉🏽 Find your own with “The Delicious Athens Food Tour” in the first comment!

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🏛️🏃‍♂️ Ready, set, time travel! Train like an ancient athlete, tour Olympic landmarks, and sprint your way into history ...
23/05/2025

🏛️🏃‍♂️ Ready, set, time travel!

Train like an ancient athlete, tour Olympic landmarks, and sprint your way into history at the — where legends were made! 🏅

👉🏽 Find your own with “The Olympic Games Workout Tour“ in the first comment!

These jokes never get old 🎭Tour the , dive into the world of Aristophanes, and play hilarious ancient-inspired games ar...
20/05/2025

These jokes never get old 🎭Tour the , dive into the world of Aristophanes, and play hilarious ancient-inspired games around !

Think fast, team up, and laugh your way through history — with the adventure unfolding in the charming streets of ! 🏛️

👉🏽 Find your own with “Aristophanes Games & Acropolis Museum Tour“ in bio!

☀️ is glowing in spring—and this tour is your golden ticket.From ancient ruins to artsy streets and legendary street f...
02/05/2025

☀️ is glowing in spring—and this tour is your golden ticket.

From ancient ruins to artsy streets and legendary street food, it's got the whole vibe.

views, local eats, cool neighborhoods, and zero FOMO.

One epic day, endless stories to tell.

👉🏽 Find your own with “Best of Ancient and Modern Athens Tour“ in the first comment!

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🌯Love ? Time to cook it yourself! Join a passionate home cook in and dive into real Greek flavors, stories, and secre...
30/04/2025

🌯Love ? Time to cook it yourself! Join a passionate home cook in and dive into real Greek flavors, stories, and secrets.

From sizzling to sweet patsavouropita, you'll cook, laugh, and eat like a true local. Fresh, authentic, and 100% delicious — no chef's hat needed!👩‍🍳

👉🏽Find your own through our Cooking Lessons in bio!

Looking for a fun and unique way to bond with your team while exploring ? How about a Street Food Hunt! 🥙✨Perfect for i...
27/04/2025

Looking for a fun and unique way to bond with your team while exploring ? How about a Street Food Hunt! 🥙✨

Perfect for international teams, this activity combines tasty Greek treats with a little adventure. Get ready to navigate through the city's vibrant food scene, hunt down iconic street foods like souvlaki, tiropita, and koulouri, and race against the clock to be the first to finish!

Discover the flavors of Athens, learn about the history behind each bite, and experience the city in a whole new way—one delicious step at a time. 👟🍴

Who will be crowned the ultimate Athenian grazer? Come hungry and ready to explore!

👉🏽 Find your own with “Team building Activities & Events“ in the first comment!

Art is in our blood and on our streets.🎨From ancient Greek vases to the vibrant murals of today, is a city where creat...
22/04/2025

Art is in our blood and on our streets.🎨From ancient Greek vases to the vibrant murals of today, is a city where creativity knows no bounds.

Explore for iconic murals of Mikis Theodorakis and Lord Byron, and wander through to admire the famous ‘Koukouvagia’ owl by WD. Every corner tells a story, blending ancient heritage with modern expression.

Athens’ streets are its canvas. 🏛️

💫 Find your own with “Athens Street Art Tour“ in the first comment! 👇🏻

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24, Chalkokondili Street
Athens
10432

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Monday 09:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 20:00
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Thursday 09:00 - 20:00
Friday 09:00 - 20:00
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