--- title: "Athens Highlights: Myths & Philosophers Walking Tour" lang: en type: tour city: Athens country: Greece price: 85 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 146 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 9 of 23 (Walking & Mythology Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/athens-highlights-myths-philosophers-walking-tour/ --- # Athens Highlights: Myths & Philosophers Walking Tour In our comparison: #9 of 23 in Walking & Mythology Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Greece is the place where philosophy was born and thrived. Accompanied by a member of our team, you will journey through time in all the philosophical movements of ancient Greece and discover deep connections with our Myths and Gods of Olympus. Democracy, physics, astronomy, ethics and many other applied sciences stem from philosophy and, naturally, philosophers are considered the world’s first intellectuals. Through a 4 hour private walking tour you will learn every interesting fact about philosophers from Thales of Miletus to Socrates and Plato, and from Aristotle to the Cynic philosopher Diogenes of Sinope, whose famous answer towards Alexander the Great “Stand out of my sunlight”, when he was asked whether there was any favour he might do for him, is indicative of his character. You will get acquainted with the most important myths of the ancient greek world such as the story behind the birth of goddess Athena and everything around mischievous god Hermes. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Outside Panepistimio Metro Station… - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Group size varies by option: small group from €85 · private from €157 - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 8 start times: between 09:00 and 16:00 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €85 per person for the Semi-Private VIP option; other options up to €157 - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.95/5 from 146 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Be a Greek - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Group size varies by option: small group from €85 · private from €157 - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.95 from 146 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 144 of 146. - 5 stars: 144 (99%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (1%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Semi-Private VIP | €85 / person (for 2+ people) | English | - | | Athens Highlights: Myths & Philosophers Walking Tour | €157 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private tour | ## What's included - Bottled water - Coffee and/or Tea ## Not included - Personal expenses - Entrance fees to any point of interest ## Itinerary 1. **Academy of Athens** (15m) - You will see the Trilogy of Athens and journey through time in all the philosophical movements of ancient Greece! 2. **Numismatic Museum** (pass by, no stop) - The museum houses one of the greatest collections of coins, ancient and modern, in the world. 3. **Hellenic Parliament** (15m) - In front of the Hellenic Parliament, you will witness one of the oldest traditions in Greece, the Changing of the Presidential Guard. 4. **National Garden** (15m) - Walk around the garden and learn about democracy, physics, astronomy, ethics and many other applied sciences which stem from the Greek philosophy. 5. **Ermou Street** (15m) - Learn everything around mischievous god Hermes! 6. **Monastiraki** (pass by, no stop) - The area is named after the Church of the Pantanassa that is located within the square. 7. **Ancient Agora of Athens** (15m) - Ancient Agora is the place where Stoic philosophy was born in the Poikile Stoa. 8. **Tower of the Winds** (15m) - While admiring the famous Tower of Winds, we will learn everything about Aiolos, the keeper of the winds. 9. **Anafiotika** (20m) - In Plaka area and Anafiotika, on the foot of the Acropolis, you will learn about the Cinic philosophers! 10. **Areopago** (15m) - The tour will be concluded on the Areopagus hill with a breathtaking view of the Acropolis and myths about the Olympian gods! ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Outside Panepistimio Metro Station (Panepistimiou str.) Ends: Areopagus Hill ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Walking & Mythology Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #9 of 23** | €85 | 4h | 4.95 (146) | varies by option | | [Philosophy and Democracy Tour of Athens - Small Group Tour](/greece/athens/tours/philosophy-and-democracy-tour-of-athens-small-group-tour/?format=md) | €42 | 3h | 4.96 (422) | shared | | [Ancient Athens for Kids 4-Hour Private Walking Tour](/greece/athens/tours/ancient-athens-for-kids-4-hour-private-walking-tour/?format=md) | €145 | 4h | 4.99 (71) | private | | [Private Athens Walking Tour with a Personal Photographer](/greece/athens/tours/private-athens-walking-tour-with-a-personal-photographer/?format=md) | €199 per group | 1h | 4.99 (69) | private | Ranked #9 of 23 in Walking & Mythology Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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