Athens: Tales of the Underworld Free Tour at Night
Overview
Explore the atmospheric surroundings of Hadrian’s Library and the Roman Agora, where echoes of scholars, merchants, and old conspiracies still seem to resonate. Stroll through Plaka’s shadowed alleys, uncovering hidden stories of ghosts, spirits, and local urban legends. Circle the base of the Acropolis, where myths, rituals, and whispered tales blend with the fading light of dusk.
The tour culminates at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, a majestic open-air theatre alive with echoes of drama, music, and timeless spirits. With storytelling, atmospheric stops, and eerie local legends, this tour transforms Athens into a city of shadows, secrets, and spectral encounters.
Please note that this is a non-private tour, and you should expect a multilingual group.
At a glance
- This nighttime walking tour explores the mystical side of Athens, focusing on ghosts, spirits, and urban legends.
- The route includes visits to the Kerameikos Cemetery, the Agora area, Hadrian’s Library, and the Roman Agora.
- Participants walk through the shadowed alleys of Plaka and circle the base of the Acropolis before ending at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus.
- The experience combines storytelling and atmospheric stops to uncover local secrets and spectral encounters throughout the city.
This activity includes:
- Archaeological Site of Kerameikos
On arrival
We will meet by the map, which sits atop a stone by the stairs. We are not meeting at the entrance of the site; we are meeting just before that. Click the map.
Your guide will contact you before the tour via WhatsApp. If you do not have WhatsApp, you may miss important information if there is more to give. We have a 10-minute wait buffer, but if you are more than 10 minutes late, the tour will start without you.
Things to note
This tour is based off of tips, and is not free. Please make sure to take care of your guides and bring cash (whatever amount you feel is good).
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
FAQ
Cancellation policy
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
