Athens City Bike Tour | Fat Tire Bike Tours

Overview

Join us for an incredible guided bicycle tour of must-see locations and hidden gems of Athens. Our local guides will provide you with an excellent overview of the city while pointing out local nuances to make you feel more at home. This tour is a great way to get a feel for Athens. We've taken care to devise the route with safety in mind, avoiding traffic, but including the most beautiful neighborhoods. Our guides are all local Athenians who will point out lesser known spots and amazing views of the bucket-list sites, such as the Acropolis, Hadrian's Arch, and the Roman Agora among many more. This is a great activity to include on day one as it will help orient you to the city and provide you with plenty of ideas for your stay. We maintain a leisurely pace, allowing for plenty of stops and photo opportunities. Our bikes are comfortable and easy to ride. Join in and let us show you around beautiful ancient and new Athens!

Important information

Am I required to wear a mask on tour?

No mask is required while cycling, but we do take care to socially distance ourselves when stopped, and masks may be required in some situations.

Where is the meeting point?

This tour meets at 16 Athanasiou Diakou str, 11742 Athens which is just 65 yards (60 meters) away from the metro station Acropolis (lines M2, M3 & tram T3).

What is the cancellation policy?

We’re happy to offer free changes and 100% refund up to 24 hours before tour departure. Failure to cancel a reservation at least 24 hours prior to scheduled departure may result in forfeited travel funds. Fare difference may apply.

What is the weather policy?

Tours run in all weather conditions, rain or shine, so we advise guests to check the forecast and dress appropriately. We reserve the right to postpone the start time of a tour for up to 60 minutes. In the event that the tour is cancelled due to extreme weather, will offer a full refund.

Is this tour appropriate for children?

While we will make exceptions for experienced young cyclists, we ask that all participants are over 12 years old. Feel free to contact us if you'd like to discuss whether or not this might be a good tour for your child.

Will I need to wear a helmet?

Helmets are available free of charge, but they are not required for the tour. We encourage all guests to wear one, and the helmets are disinfected before and after each use.

Which monuments will we enter?

Due to the nature of this tour, we have not allowed for time to enter any of the monuments we see. We want to give you a broad overview of Athens along with plenty of tips on how to go back and visit the museums/monuments that interest you most.

Can I store luggage at your office?

Yes! Feel free to swing by a few minutes early and you can leave your bags in our secure office for the duration of the tour.

Are food & drink included?

Your are welcome to bring a water bottle along, and there is a place one each bike to secure it. We won't have a dedicated stop for food or drink during the tour.

What kind of cycling level is required?

Our route is designed for the average cyclist. We cycle at a leisurely pace, we avoid difficult up-hills, and we make plenty of short stops along the way.

Will my guide be a licensed tour guide?

All of our guides are locals who love their city. They've undergone training to ensure everyone's safety while on tour. Historical accuracy and tour itinerary are equally important parts of all of our tours. Although your tour leader will not be a licensed guide by the city of Athens, he/she remains an authority on the subjects discussed on tour. Our goal is to provide a broad overview of the city while keeping everything fun and engaging. Our guides love to discuss ancient Greece just as much as they want to tell you about their favorite restaurant and neighborhood to visit!

Highlights

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Tour Highlights

• Acropolis Museum	• Acropolis panoramic view
• National Observatory	• Ancient Greek Cemetery of Kerameikos
• Thission	• Ancient Greek Agora - Roman Agora
• Athens City Cathedral	• National Gardens
• Presidential Mansion	• Panathenaic Stadium
• Zappeion Exhibition Hall	• Temple of Olympian Zeus
• Hadrian’s Arch	• Plaka neighborhood

Meeting Point

Your tour meets at our office, just 65 yards (60 meters) away from the metro sation 'Acropolis' (lines M2, M3 & tram T3). Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure.