Athens By Night

ATHENS BY NIGHT

ATHENS
BY NIGHT

ATHENS
BY
NIGHT

Athens By Night

Walking & Wine Tasting Experience

Experience the romance of Athens after dark on this small-group evening tour, combining illuminated landmarks with a premium Greek wine tasting. Led by a certified sommelier and local guide, this experience blends history, culture, and flavor into a magical 2.5-hour adventure through the city’s most beautiful neighborhoods.

Quick Overview

TYPE

Night walking tour and
curated wine tasting

HOST

Certified sommelier & local expert

DURATION

2.5 hours
(1 hr 15 min walking, wine tasting afterward)

MEETING POINT

Outside Arethusa Hotel, Mitropoleos 6-8
(1 min from Syntagma Square)

GROUP SIZE

Maximum 8 guests
for a personal experience

LANDMARKS SEEN

Greek Parliament & Presidential Guards, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, Roman Agora, Tower of the Winds

TASTINGS

4 premium Greek wines
(indigenous grape varieties)
Local cheeses & cured meats

NEIGHBORHOODS EXPLORED

Plaka, Anafiotika, Monastiraki

What Makes This Tour Special

When the sun sets, Athens reveals a softer side—romantic lights, lively squares, and hidden alleys brimming with history. This tour invites you to experience that evening magic while savoring the flavors that define Greek hospitality.

As you stroll past the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, and the ceremonial guards at the Greek Parliament, you’ll hear stories that connect ancient mythology to modern Athenian life.

The night culminates in a cozy wine bar, where your sommelier will guide you through a tasting of 4 premium Greek wines, each expertly paired with local cheeses and artisanal cured meats. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or simply curious, you’ll leave with fresh insights into Greece’s winemaking heritage.

Guided evening walking tour through central Athens
Certified sommelier leading your experience
All taxes and fees
Small group for a personalized experience (up to 8 people)
Hotel pickup/drop-off
Tips or gratuities (optional – 10% customary in Greece)

Full Tour Description

As twilight falls, meet your guide at Arethusa Hotel, just steps from Syntagma Square. Your evening begins with a gentle walk through the illuminated landmarks of Athens, where centuries-old monuments glow against the night sky.

Greek Parliament & Presidential Guards: Witness the ceremonial Evzones in their traditional uniform.
Temple of Olympian Zeus: Marvel at the grand columns of this ancient temple.
Hadrian’s Arch: Learn how this gateway symbolized the meeting of Greek and Roman worlds.
Plaka & Anafiotika: Wander the cobbled streets of Athens’ oldest neighborhoods, filled with neoclassical charm.
Monastiraki Square: Experience the vibrant energy of the city’s heart after dark.

Throughout the walk, your local expert shares fascinating tales of mythology, architecture, and everyday life, bringing each stop to life in a way only a true Athenian can.

Your journey ends at a welcoming wine bar, where you’ll settle in for a guided tasting of 4 premium Greek wines, from crisp whites to robust reds—all made from indigenous grape varieties.

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