Athens Social and Political Walk

5 (279 Reviews)
Leof. Vasilissis Sofias 2-4, Athina 106 74
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Duration

2.5 hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

30 people

Languages

English, Espanol

About this tour

How did the ‘cradle of democracy’ become the ‘basket case of Europe’? The question may be crude and offensive, but it captures the essence of much thinking around the globe in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis. This interactive storytelling walk is meant to have the flow and information-heavy experience of a documentary.

It takes us into a comprehensive analysis, providing surprising answers. It highlights the social and political elements of Greece, from the creation of the Greek state to modern times. We’ll address both historical and current events from a balanced & non-biased point of view to help you determine your views of this land for yourself.

The experience is aimed at people with a genuine interest in politics and those keen to learn more about the situation in Greece by conducting some first-hand research.

-The duration of this experience is between 2h30mins and 3h30mins depending on Q&A.

-Feel free to contact me for a date and hour that suits you best, and to create a combined program with my other experiences (Understanding the Refugee Crisis and Awful Athens).

Frequently asked questions

The conscious traveler seeking both entertainment and knowledge can explore Greek politics on a microcosmic level by visiting key institutional and historical places. A walk through these public spaces will provide insights into Greece's past and present political landscape.

You can expect to receive an email from us within the next two business days. This email will serve as a confirmation and provide instructions to access your online itinerary for your order details. In the event that we encounter any issues fulfilling your request, we will reach out to you directly to discuss the alternatives that are available.

Unfortunately, our system only accepts bookings made at least 24 hours in advance of the experience date. However, depending on the availability of our hosts, we may be able to accommodate last-minute bookings. Please send us a message and we will check if it is possible to organize an experience for you.

If you have specifically booked a nighttime experience, starting later, like 8 pm, is definitely possible. However, if you have booked a different time slot and wish to have a later start time, please contact us and we will assist you accordingly.

In certain circumstances, we may be able to accommodate cash payments on the spot. Please reach out to us and we will discuss the options with you.

Absolutely! If you would like to add an additional guest to your booking, please get in touch with us, and we will provide you with a booking link for them prior to the experience.

Planetwonk operates its experiences rain or shine, so it's advisable to come prepared to the best of your ability. However, in the case of extreme or dangerous weather conditions, Planetwonk may decide to cancel or reschedule experiences. In such situations, our team will promptly contact you with updates and alternative options.

Included/Excluded

  • A slideshow with photos and extra info on the issues discussed during the experience.

Durations

2.5 hours

Languages

English
Espanol

Tour's Location

Leof. Vasilissis Sofias 2-4, Athina 106 74

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Athens Social and Political Walk
Kathryn
04/10/2022
This tour was one of my favorite things we did in Athens. I learned so much about the politics and history of the city and its people. Isaac was a wonderful tour guide; he shared thoughtful details and patiently answered our group's many questions.
Athens Social and Political Walk
Melissa
02/10/2022
Cannot recommend a better experience. Isaac’s knowledge about the political and social fabric of Greece is tremendous. The tour is a very pleasant walk and covers things from major landmarks to small details in street art and buildings you would not notice just walking by. He is able to explain the history of the regional empires and financial crisis in easy to understand layman’s terms. I wish in school I had a politics or history teacher like him! The price is very reasonable as well. We learnt more about Greece in these 2 hours than in the rest of our 2 week stay.
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Nathan
29/09/2022
Really amazing tour. Isaac is super knowledgeable and engaging, and it was a really interesting way of learning about modern day Greek politics and current events. A great way to balance the antiquity-focused sightseeing in Athens as well.

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