Athens · STREET ART
Good street art tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 13 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Explore Athens street art with a local artist, from Gazi to Monastiraki, while learning how murals reflect Greek politics, culture, and daily life.
“This was a wonderful tour. Not only did we see great artwork, we also learned a lot about several interesting neighborhoods and recent current events in Greece and Athens. It was a great way to spend the morning.”
Decode Athens street art with a local artist, exploring Psyrri, Gazi, and Monastiraki while uncovering the city’s social and political stories.
“An excellent street art tour of Athens this October went down really well with our 12 and 15 year olds. We learnt lots about some of the areas of Athens which we hadn't explored by ourselves, and discovered some brilliant street art. Our guide, Nicos, was full of brilliant insights into the history of graffiti, the different styles of each artist, and stories about the area. Thoroughly recommended!”
Explore Athens street art with a local guide across Gazi, Psirri, Monastiraki, Omonia, and Kerameikos in a small group of eight.
“Enjoyed an excellent tour with Kalliopi. This is a great way to see some non-touristy areas of Athens and as well as the street-art, Kalliopi gave plenty of recommendations on what to do/see/eat/drink in the city. Definitely recommend this tour.”
Explore Athens through murals, graffiti, and local stories on a two-hour small-group walk from Monastiraki to Metaxourgeio.
“Great communication - received instruction for meeting place and photo of my guide a week before my tour. My guide Penelope was amazing! She was so knowledgeable about the artists, themes, styles, and symbolism; and just fun to talk with. One of the highlights of my trip! Highly recommend!”
Explore Athens street art on a small-group walk through Metaxourgio, Kerameikos, Gazi, and Psirri with a local guide.
“Our guide Agatha was super friendly and shared her knowledge of the local works and artists with passion. Much of the art can be left to interpretation but there are also many stories to be told that explain the inspiration. A really great experience, made extra special by our guide!”
Explore Athens street art with local guide Agatha, from Metaxourgeio to Monastiraki, on a small-group walk through murals and graffiti.
“Agatha was awesome! Very kind, and knowledgeable of the art. Easy to talk to. The art changes with the times and current event. It would be cool to come back and see again. Not traditional by any means, but does not take away the beauty.”
Explore Athens street art with a private local artist, from Gazi to Psiri, on a three-hour walk with hotel pickup in central Athens.
“Leo was a great guide. We had a great time on a very warm day. We’d highly recommend it and would do it again a cooler day.”
Explore Athens by electric bike, from Psiri tavernas to Keramikos street art, with a local guide and small group capped at eight.
“Wonderful guide STI! Good to have a knowledgeable guide. Athens is busy! The popular attractions combined with all the street art stories was fascinating. ! 💙🩵”
Explore Athens through street art, local snacks, Greek coffee, and neighborhood stories on this intimate three-hour food and art walk.
“Great tour guides! Kind and patient with us slow walkers. Very knowledgeable about the street art and wonderful street food to try!!”
Explore Athens by electric bike, from local markets and back streets to striking street art, with a small group and multilingual guide.
“Complimenti alla guida Marina, molto preparata e simpatica! Tour interessante e dinamico.”
Hunt Athens street art through Psyri, Metaxourgeio and Gazi, solve phone riddles, taste local food, and earn rewards for good causes.
“Vanuit de app was het lastig navigeren. Bovendien waren er maar 4 punten waar we konden stoppen en extra info kregen over de streetart terwijl er zoveel meer streetart te zien is in Athene.”
Explore Athens street art with a private local guide, from Monastiraki to Omonoia, and learn the politics behind murals, stencils, and graffiti.
“En meget anderledes og spændende måde at se byen på, samtidig med det var uhyre interessant at se og forstå den flotte street art der ses i byen. Guiden var ekstrem behagelig og vidende, og hendes engelsk meget nemt at forstå.”
Explore Athens through political murals, graffiti, Exarchia, Psyrri, Kerameikos, and Greek coffee on a private four-hour art walk.
“I had a wonderful tour with Bianca! She is the best guide for the street art scene. Her heartfelt way of telling the story of Athens and the artists was just interesting and captivating.”
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