Discover the First Cemetery of Athens, a historic landmark and open-air sculpture gallery. Join a 3-hour walking tour to explore beautiful carvings and ornamental gravesites with an art historian guide.
Discover the First Cemetery of Athens, a historic landmark and open-air sculpture gallery. Join a 3-hour walking tour to explore beautiful carvings and ornamental gravesites with an art historian guide.
- Temple of Olympian Zeus - As we start walking we pass around the Temple of Olympian Zeus, talking about the decision to be Athens the capital of Greece, and the need for the first Cemetery of the new capital
- Anapafseos - We are heading to Anapafseos street, that means Rest to the main entrance of the First Cemetery, talking about sculpture,…
- Temple of Olympian Zeus - As we start walking we pass around the Temple of Olympian Zeus, talking about the decision to be Athens the capital of Greece, and the need for the first Cemetery of the new capital
- Anapafseos - We are heading to Anapafseos street, that means Rest to the main entrance of the First Cemetery, talking about sculpture, the funerary customs, and everything had to do with the life and death since antiquity in Greece
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Logginou - The city’s official cemetery, the sprawling landmark is famous for its pretty green space, several churches, and highly ornamental gravestones. Admire the sculptural tombs while your guide, an art historian, tells you about its backstory.
Opened in the 19th century, the First Cemetery is the final resting place for a number of Greek luminaries, from artists and poets to actors, politicians, and several former prime ministers. After you’ve discovered the sights and sculptures of the First Cemetery, continue your tour with a coffee stop in the historic Mets neighborhood, one of the prettiest districts in the city. We are reaching the First Cemetery of Athens, and the main Gate, we talk about the the sculpture of 19th Century, and we stop to the main and wellknown tombs, we talk about the different styles of the sculptures. You will learn also if finally the Cemetery is haunted or not. - National Garden - Though the National Garden of Athens we are heading to Synagma square, where is the end of our tour
- Bottled water provided
- Guided by a professional art historian
- Bottled water provided
- Guided by a professional art historian
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Athens’ official burial ground, the First Cemetery, stands not merely as a historical monument but also as an outdoor sculpture exhibition due to its rich collection of artistic gravestones and sculptures. Participate in a 3-hour, small-size walking expedition from the central Syntagma Square to this 19th-century monument. During the tour, your guide,…
Athens’ official burial ground, the First Cemetery, stands not merely as a historical monument but also as an outdoor sculpture exhibition due to its rich collection of artistic gravestones and sculptures. Participate in a 3-hour, small-size walking expedition from the central Syntagma Square to this 19th-century monument. During the tour, your guide, who is well-versed in art history, will narrate the historic significance of the region.
- Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or wheelchair users
- Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
