--- title: "The History of Athens: Greek Mythology Private Tour" lang: en type: tour city: Athens country: Greece price: 165 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.79 reviews: 140 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [el, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 22 of 23 (Walking & Mythology Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/the-history-of-athens-greek-mythology-private-tour/ --- # The History of Athens: Greek Mythology Private Tour In our comparison: #22 of 23 in Walking & Mythology Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview It’s the history that made the city today. During this private tour, it’s time to discover Athens through Greek Mythology Private Tour. Embark on a storytelling journey that will keep you entertained while at the same time giving you insights you can’t find in a history book. Delve deep into the subject with highlights and landmarks like University and Academy of Athens, Varvakios Central Municipal Market and Flea Market Monastiraki. Connect their relevance to this historical event and the effects it had from past to present in Athens. Thanks to your local guide, it will be as if you just took a trip back in time! Withlocals History City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Outside of Nakas Book House - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 13 start times: between 09:00 and 15:00 - Food not included: Food and drinks, unless specified **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €165 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.79/5 from 140 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Withlocals - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: EL, English - Start times: 13 start times between 09:00 and 15:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.79 from 140 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 133 of 140. - 5 stars: 127 (91%) - 4 stars: 6 (4%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 2 (1%) - 1 star: 4 (3%) ## What's included - CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset - Private guide ## Not included - Food and drinks, unless specified - Hotel pick-up and drop off - Entrance to attractions not included ## Itinerary 1. **Monastiraki** (20m) - Warren of eclectic outlets selling eclectic gear from souvenirs to furniture, food & army surplus. 2. **Academy of Athens** (20m) - The Academy of Athens is Greece's national academy, and the highest research establishment in the country. It was established in 1926, and operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Education. The Academy's main building is one of the major landmarks of Athens. 3. **A bustling market featuring locally sourced seafood, meats, fruits & vegetabl...** (20m) - A bustling market featuring locally sourced seafood, meats, fruits & vegetables, plus street eats. 4. **National Library of Greece** (pass by, no stop) - Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route. 5. **Tower of the Winds** (pass by, no stop) - Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route. 6. **Plaka** (pass by, no stop) - Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route. 7. **Anafiotika** (pass by, no stop) - Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 13 start times between 09:00 and 15:00 - 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 of Nakas Book House Ends: Check out the skyline of Athens at Anafiotika and hear the legends of Zeus ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Private tour: only you & your local guide - CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €330 | €165 | | 4 | €332 | €83 | | 6 | €336 | €56 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Walking & Mythology Tours start at €33 per person. ## Compared with other Walking & Mythology Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #22 of 23** | €165 | 3h | 4.79 (140) | private | | [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 #22 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. 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