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Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis

created by Elena
Food and travel writer, urban explorer

€24,00
per group (1-5 people)
play anytime within the next 3 months

(33 customer reviews)
Do you enjoy exploring off the beaten path? That’s what this self-guided city game through Athens is all about! By solving fun location-based riddles, you’ll follow in the footsteps of Elena, a Greek-American food and travel writer. Admire the iconic landmarks and panoramic views over Athens, get to know interesting facts about famous characters, and stroll through an enormous verdant garden where you’ll be treated to a bird symphony! You’ll also pop into the city’s oldest distillery where you can sample Greek spirits. Get ready for a playful discovery experience!

This playful walk across Athens sharpens your senses and encourages you to appreciate the most wonderful – and often hidden – details around you. Whether you know the Old City or just start exploring here, this experience gives you a perspective on discovery that will inspire your curiosity wherever you go next.

  • 10 riddles.
    2 – 3 hours. 2.4 km.

    Start inside Syntagma Square Metro Station on -1 at the “Fragment of a Mosaic Floor”.
    End your adventure at Mitropoleos Square.

    Local wonders you’ll discover on this playful walk through Athens include:
    The lush National Gardens and its parrots.
    The impressive Temple of Olympian Zeus.
    The iconic Acropolis and surrounding world-famous historic sites.
    The charming historic district below the Parthenon rock.

    Play 7 days a week, during daylight hours, preferably when the stores are open). 

     

    You’ll receive an email with a link to your walk. The link is valid up to 3 months after the purchase. By tapping the play button your experience magically opens in your phone’s browser. No downloads. Super easy.

    If it rains, take a break and wait for some sunshine, you can continue where you left off, or share the email with your teammates in case you run out of battery.

    We recommend playing in a team of 1-5 people.

    Check our frequently asked questions or read our terms & conditions.

  • Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “Interesting and fun way to discover famous sites in Athens and learning about hidden gems!”
    July 15, 2024
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “We enjoyed dicovering athens with this trail”
    May 13, 2024
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “What a fun way to explore Athens!”
    April 12, 2024
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “Great fun and we noticed things we’d not have seen otherwise.”
    January 31, 2024
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “It was amazing”
    December 30, 2023
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “Fun way to see different places in the city”
    October 28, 2023
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “A fun and insightful riddle-solving walk through the historic center of Athens!”
    September 25, 2023
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “A lot to see, learn and photograph along this route.”
    August 13, 2023
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “Interesting discoveries along the route. Especially liked the old town streets! Finding our way was sometimes difficult …”
    September 12, 2022
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “Great”
    July 28, 2022
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “Exploring unexpected things in a superb way”
    February 15, 2022
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “My 9 year old daughter and I enjoyed the walk and learned a lot about ancient Athens. The sites along the WSU are amazing especially the Acropolis!”
    October 10, 2021
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “Very Good fun”
    August 12, 2021
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “Exhausting, but lovey and much to see.”
    August 5, 2021
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “It was a fun and educational experience.”
    June 18, 2021
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “It was fun”
    May 31, 2021
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “Creating my Greek mosaic was fun with hidden surprises!!”
    August 2, 2020
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “A fun walking adventure highlighting cool historical spots in Athens!”
    December 20, 2019
    Athens famous monuments and secret treasures under the Acropolis
    “A cool adventure highlighting historical treasures, ancient temples, art and nature all in the historic center of Athens.”
    December 13, 2019

    • 1. Choose your game

      All our trails are created by locals. Buy the one that intrigues you the most. After the purchase, you’ll receive a link to your game via email.

      2. Ready, set, go!

      Go to the game’s starting location indicated in the email (play anytime up to 3 months from the purchase). Tap the Play button and the game will magically open in your phone’s browser!

      3. Find secrets

      With each riddle solved, new cryptic directions will take you from one hidden gem to the next. You’ll unlock local stories and recommendations on your way too!

      4. Win!

      Play for the fastest time and get listed on our leaderboard. Or, take your time and share your best adventure photo using #secretcitytrails. Both might lead to a free game!

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