---
title: Athens Social and Political Walk
lang: en
type: tour
city: Athens
country: Greece
price: 40
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.92
reviews: 39
duration_minutes: 150
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 16 of 23 (Walking & Mythology Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-22
data_updated: 2026-10-22
canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/athens-social-and-political-walk/
---

# Athens Social and Political Walk

In our comparison: #16 of 23 in Walking & Mythology Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

How did the "cradle of democracy" turn into "Europe's basket case"? Although the question is blunt and unpleasant, it reflects the essence of much global thinking in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis.

From the founding of the Greek state until the present times, this experience illustrates both social and political aspects of Greece. It is aimed at individuals who have an interest in politics and who want to undertake first-hand research to understand more about the situation of the country.

A Political Scientist will lead you into a comprehensive analysis, providing surprising answers. You'll be able to discuss both historical and current events from a fair and non-biased perspective to help you form your own opinions. 

This walk is designed to resemble a documentary in terms of pace and information density. In the end, you will receive a slideshow with photos and extra info on the issues discussed during the experience.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: The meeting point is less than 10…
- 4 start times: between 10:00 and 18:00
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €40 per person
- Duration: 2h 30m
- Rating: 4.92/5 from 39 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Planetwonk
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 10:00, 10:30, 16:00, 18:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22

## Reviews

4.92 from 39 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 39 of 39.

- 5 stars: 36 (92%)
- 4 stars: 3 (8%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | €40 / person | English | - |
| Spanish | €40 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English | - |

## What's included

- Slideshow

## Itinerary

1. **Maximos Mansion** (pass by, no stop) - The official seat of the Prime Minister of Greece.
2. **Presidential Mansion** (pass by, no stop) - The official residence of the President of the Hellenic Republic.
3. **Hellenic Parliament** (pass by, no stop) - Parliament of Greece.
4. **National History Museum (Old Parliament)** (pass by, no stop) - Old Parliament House.
5. **The most important event of NTUA's history is the Athens Polytechnic uprising...** (pass by, no stop) - The most important event of NTUA's history is the Athens Polytechnic uprising on November 17, 1973.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 10:00, 10:30, 16:00, 18:00
- 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

The meeting point is less than 10 minutes away from Syntagma metro station.

Ends: We'll end at the main entrance of the National Technical University of Athens, sometimes known as Athens Polytechnic. It is located on Patision Avenue

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

## Compared with other Walking & Mythology Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #16 of 23** | €40 | 2h 30m | 4.92 (39) | shared |
| [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 #16 of 23 in Walking & Mythology Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €33 to €244, median €68; typical length 3h. 11 of 23 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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