Walls of Athens Free Tour: A Street Art Journey
Overview
Learn how Athens’ street art scene emerged from social change, economic crisis, and youth culture, and how local and international artists use walls to express identity, protest, humor, and imagination. From small tags and paste-ups to large-scale murals, this tour offers insight into the stories, techniques, and meanings behind the city’s ever-evolving street art landscape.
Perfect for art lovers, curious travelers, and anyone who wants to experience Athens beyond the ancient monuments, Walls of Athens reveals the modern city through its most dynamic and authentic form of expression.
Please note that this is a non-private tour, and you should expect a multilingual group.
On arrival
We will meet outside the front of the gate to the Library of Hadrian(entrance), and your guide will be holding a Dawn Tours sign.
Your guide will contact you before the tour via WhatsApp. If you do not have WhatsApp, you may miss important information if there is any more to give. We have a 10-minute wait buffer, but if you are later than 10 minutes, the tour will start without you.
Things to note
How do we do Freetours?
Well, there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you.
Our guide prefers cash or Revolut as this is the easiest.
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.
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.
