In a Nutshell
Hold your breath for the Athens street art walking tour, a journey among contemporary artists, dense graffiti colours over grey walls, and the Vox populi in pictures.
| Start Time | 10:00 am & 17:00 pm |
| Duration | 3 hours |
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| Inclusions | ✓ A 3-hour private Athens street art tour ✓ Hygiene products (hand sanitizers & face masks) |
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| Additional Info | ✓ Bring a hat, sunglasses, sunblock and a bottle of water ✓ Wear comfortable shoes ✓ The maximum capacity of the tour is 8 participants. |
Itinerary
The local guide greets you and gives you a basic understanding of the images that lie ahead.
A graffiti artwork that went viral and decorates Athens is the first stop of the Athens street art walking tour. What do you think is the hidden meaning?
The great philosopher of ancient Greece is extremely relevant today and still has a pensive expression on his face.
Graffiti in Athens can be powerful, especially when it comes to conveying political messages and thoughts.
Take a look at the ancient Greek goddess that gave her name to the city. What is the artist trying to say?
Famed to have been present in all riots of Athens during the crisis, Loukanikos the dog (meaning sausage) now has his very own picture in Psyri neighbourhood. The Riot Dog is a true legend.
What to Expect
Abandon the notion of art as you know it with the Athens street art walking tour and enter a world where every spray-painted surface is nothing less than a cry for help. Take a closer look at murals depicting the Greek financial crisis, or the bloody riots that took place in the city centre, and people’s feelings about politicians and modern-day social situations. Gaze at the urban approach of ancient Greek gods and philosophers and explore both local and foreign artists with their own distinctive style. Tour around Athens through its street art showing skilful, creative, yet sometimes indecipherable images of personal opinions and beliefs. Follow your local guide into the streets of the alternative city side, observe famous artworks like the Owl of Athens and the Riot Dog, and unearth the counterculture art.
Meeting Point
You will meet your guide at Metaxourgeio Metro Station, Outside of Stanley Hotel
