Exarcheia walking tour: modern, alternative and bohemian

Itinerary
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Stop At: Omonia Square, Athens Greece

We meet at Omonoia square, one of the most central and old squares in Athens, and we start our walk by heading to Exarcheia, the most alternative and controversial neighborhood of Athens, rich in history and culture and full of professional and student life.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: National Technical University of Athens - School of Architecture, Στουρνάρη και Πατησίων 42 35, Athina 106 82, Greece

Our first stop we’ll be at the historic building of Polytechnio (National Technical University of Athens) which defined the modern history of Greece and has some great as well as dramatic stories to tell.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Exarchion Square, Stournari 5, Athina 106 83, Greece

As we continue our walk deep in Exarcheia streets, we are going to witness the neighborhoods’ culture and spirit, talk about the changes Exarcheia faced from early 19th century, its role into the 2nd World War, today’s history and culture, admire numerous of its street art and visit an amazing hill that offers panoramic views to the city! After that, we are going to have a small break at a local favorite place for coffee or tea!

Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes

Stop At: National Library of Greece, Omonoia 32, Athina 106 79, Greece

Then through the famous Panepistimiou and Stadiou streets we will have a stop at outside each one of the three gems of Athens namely Academy of Athens – University of Athens- National Library of Greece, which are also known as the Trilogy of Athens buildings. We are going to discuss about theirs and the area around history and of course what they are symbolizing for Athens nowadays

Duration: 35 minutes

Stop At: National History Museum (Old Parliament), 13 Stadiou, Athens 10561 Greece

Our tour ends at the old parliament building and the area around, known also for the hippie and modern cafes and the cozy bars, where we’ll be happy to give you any further information or tips you might want in order to explore Athens like a local!

Duration: 10 minutes