Medieval Senses in Athens
3-hour medieval Athens walking tour, with an informative local guide
Explore the local streets to see relics of Athens’ Byzantine and Ottoman past Discover tiny Byzantine churches, monasteries and other hidden gems Visit medieval catacombs and a Turkish bathhouse, one of the city’s few Ottoman relics
Hear captivating stories about life in Athens during Byzantine and Ottoman times
Ideal for families and history enthusiasts of all ages
Small-group tour limited to a maximum of 12 people for a more intimate experience
Delve into Athens’ often-overlooked medieval past on a 3-hour walking tour of its old neighborhoods. With a knowledgeable local guide to talk you through the Greek capital’s history, dive into hidden lanes and squares to discover its sometimes forgotten Byzantine and Ottoman relics. Take in eerie catacombs and tiny Byzantine churches, and see the remnants of monasteries, mosques and bathhouses that testify to Athens’ time under a string of different rulers. Suitable for families and history enthusiasts, this small-group tour is limited to 12 for a more personalized experience.
Monastiraki Square -
Ermou 82, Athina 105 55, Greece
Meet your guide in Monastiraki Square in Athens and get a brief introduction to the city’s medieval past as a prelude to your tour.
Learn how Athens was part of the Byzantine Empire from around the 6th century, and then controlled by the Burgundians, Aragonese and Florentines before being conquered by the Ottomans in the 15th century.
Then, led by your guide, stroll through the cobbled streets and lively squares to visit some of its most noteworthy medieval sites. As you walk and talk, hear about the empires that governed the city, and see some of the hidden landmarks that betray their architectural and artistic influence.
Learn how Athens became a duchy ruled by Crusader knights during the 13th century, and visit a string of Byzantine and Ottoman remnants and landmarks. Discover the house of a saint, descend into eerie catacombs, and peep inside tiny churches glittering with Byzantine-era icons and artworks. You’ll also explore the remains of a Byzantine monastery, an Ottoman school later converted into a prison, and a 17th-century Turkish bathhouse that’s one of the city's best-preserved Ottoman relics. After around three hours, your tour concludes when you say goodbye to your guide.
Monastiraki Square
Close to Syntagma Square
Local guide
Small-group tour
Walking tour
Bottled water
Entrance fees Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
A moderate amount of walking is involved
Up to 14 days before a booked experience is due to take place you can cancel your booking and we will refund 80% of the initial payment made, taking 20% as a cancelation fee. If you cancel your booking within 14 days of the experience date or if you don’t show up at all, you are not eligible for a refund.
Monastiraki Square
Ermou 82, Athina 105 55, Greece