Die offizielle Outdoor-Tour! Mach mit uns einen Spaziergang um den Stephansdom und lerne das bedeutendste Wahrzeichen Wiens kennen.Diese Tour wurde in Kooperation mit der Domkirche St. Stephan erstellt.

Rund um den Stephansdom

Wien steckt voller Geschichte! Entdecke sie bei unserer Tour durch die kleinen Gassen rund um die Rotenturmstraße. Jeder Winkel, jeder Pflasterstein erzählt von der Entstehung der Stadt. Wer eine Pause machen möchte, kann dies jederzeit in einem der vielen Wiener Kaffeehäuser tun. 

Gassen, Pflastersteine und Wiener Geschichte

Du bist neu in Wien und möchtest die Stadt kennenlernen? Komm mit auf unseren Streifzug durch die Innenstadt und entdecke die wichtigsten historischen Ereignisse, faszinierende Geschichten und spaziere durch enge Kopfsteinpflastergassen, die vielen verborgen bleiben.

Der ultimative Wien-Guide

Ausflug in die Welt der Pflanzen: Auf dieser Audiotour im Palmenhaus des Schlossparks Schönbrunn warten mehr als 4.000 Pflanzen aus allen Kontinenten darauf, entdeckt werden.Hinweis: Nicht zu verwechseln ist das Palmenhaus Schönbrunn mit dem Café Palmenhaus. Dieses ist im Wiener Burggarten zu finden.

Des Kaisers Gartenreich: Palmenhaus

Achtung! Diese Tour enthält schlüpfrige Details und ist erst für alle ab 18 Jahren freigegeben.Von Prostituierten, Freiern und Mätressen über Kondome aus Tierhäuten, Syphilis und Nasen aus Wachs bis hin zu Maria Theresia, Metternich, Napoleon und vielen mehr: Schmutzige Geheimnisse und Schattenseiten des erotischen Treibens in Wien über Epochen hinweg kommen in dieser Tour ans Tageslicht. Diese Tour wurde in Kooperation mit wienfuehrung erstellt.

Käufliche Liebe im historischen Wien

Der Naschmarkt bietet nicht nur kulinarische, sondern auch architektonische Highlights: die Bauten Otto Wagners im Stil der Wiener Moderne und des Jugendstils. Die Tour beginnt bei der U-Bahn Station Kettenbrückengasse und führt über den Naschmarkt zum Karlsplatz, wo die zwei Otto-Wagner-Pavillons besichtigt werden können. Wer möchte, kann danach noch mit der U4 in Richtung Heiligenstadt oder Hütteldorf fahren und Stationen der alten Stadtbahn erkunden, die immer noch in Verwendung sind. 

Otto Wagner und der Naschmarkt

Schnapp dir ein Fahrrad, einen Segway oder einen Scooter und mach dich mit uns auf den Weg zu den Highlights von Wien! Mit einem fahrbaren Untersatz kommst du rascher voran. Auf dieser Tour verschaffst du dir einen hervorragenden Überblick über diese tolle Stadt und die faszinierenden Geschichten, die sie zu bieten hat. Achtung: Steck das Handy weg beim Fahren und halte Abstand zu anderen. Stay safe!

Mit Rad & Co: Von Schönbrunn bis Stubentor

Besorge dir einen fahrbaren Untersatz und genieße diese spannende Tour auf der du viele schöne Seiten Wiens kennenlernst, die viele nie zu Gesicht bekommen. Unser Ausgangspunkt ist das außergewöhnliche Hundertwasserhaus, der krönende Abschluss ein atemberaubender Blick auf Wien bei einem Glas Wein oder Traubensaft.Achtung: Steck das Handy weg beim Fahren und halte Abstand zu anderen. Stay safe!

Mit Rad & Co: Vom Hundertwasserhaus bis zum Cobenzl

Tanze Walzer in Wien und entdecke die Orte, wo sich die großen Musiker inspirieren haben lassen. Triff auf Beethoven, Mozart, Strauss Vater und Sohn und erfahre mehr über die wichtige Rolle Wiens in der Musikgeschichte.

Ein Wien-Guide für Musikbegeisterte

In the shadow of the Acropolis Hill, Plaka will take you back in time. It is the oldest and most picturesque neighborhood in Athens. Antiquities, museums, architectural gems, small taverns, and pleasant smells will surely impress you.

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We hope you had a great time exploring Plaka. This tour has been designed by the Cultural Places team.

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Introduction

Plaka is the oldest and most picturesque neighborhood in Athens. In the shadow of the Acropolis hill, the small houses, neoclassical buildings, narrow streets, antiquities, and the smell of bougainvillea combine to create a unique atmosphere.
The entire history of Athens, from antiquity to modern times, is outlined in Plaka.
 Are you ready to be impressed? Then let’s explore Plaka.

Welcome to Plaka

Choragic Monument of Lysicrates

This monument is dated between 335-334 BC, according to the inscription preserved on the monument. It was erected by Lysicrates, a wealthy Athenian, who was a sponsor (choregos in Greek) of musical and theatrical contests that took place in the Theater of Dionysus on the slope of the Acropolis hill.
The monument is a circular structure consisting of six columns among panels of marble.
It is decorated with a frieze depicting scenes from the life of the god Dionysus.

Church of Saint Dimitrios and a Greek Hero

This church dates to the 17th century AD.
A marble sign at the entrance refers to a hero of the Greek War of Independence, Athanasios Diakos, who served here as a deacon.
 Athanasios Diakos fought heroically against the Turks in 1821.
After a battle, he was injured and arrested by the Turks. They asked him to embrace Islam, but he refused, saying “I was born Greek, I shall die Greek.” They then brutally killed him by impalement.

Explore Greek Gastronomy

Plaka is full of restaurants!
They offer a wide range of delicious traditional and modern Greek dishes: be sure to try pastitsio, moussaka, or souvlaki, as these are the most traditional dishes in Greece. Some places even have a rooftop where you can enjoy a view while you eat.Keep in mind that there are a lot of landmarks and interesting places to visit in Plaka. After your tour, it is always a good idea to stop and relax here.

School Life and Education Museum

The School Life and Education Museum takes you on a journey through school life from the 17th century to today.
It consists of three levels of exhibitions full of books and other related objects. Don’t leave this neoclassical building without admiring its architecture. It dates back to 1850 and both the exterior and interior have unique characteristics.

Byzantine Church of St Nicholas Rangava and the Story of its Bell

This is a simple four-columned, cross-in-square church dating back to the 11th century AD.
The masonry follows the typical Byzantine form, with stones fitted together and surrounded by rows of bricks.
 In the entrance of the church, you will find the church bell. This bell is a part of one of the most important moments in Greek history. In 1833, when the Ottomans abandoned Athens, this bell was the first to ring, announcing the liberation of the city to its citizens.

Saint Anargyroi Kolokynthoi

This was the main church of a female monastery in the 17th century AD.
When the monastery stopped operating, the church became an embassy church (metochion) of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem.
Kolokynthoi is the name of the family that first owned the church.
 The long and narrow single-room church is covered by a barrel-vaulted roof.Renovation programs in the 19th century changed the original look of the church.
The interior decorations were added in the 19th century.

St Ioannis Theologos, the Hidden Byzantine Church

This church dates to the end of the 11th century AD.
 The exterior masonry is well preserved. It is made of stones fitted together and surrounded by rows of bricks.
Architectural fragments from older buildings were embedded into the walls and used in the construction of the interior
 The church holds paintings dating to the 13th century AD.
To the left of the altar there is a unique fresco depicting a saint on horseback, probably Saint George.

St. Ioannis Theologos, the Hidden Byzantine Church

Saint George of the Rock

Dating back to the 17th century, this church was modified in the middle of the 19th century, when the new citizens of the neighborhood, coming from Anafi Island, renovated the church and added a bell tower.
They painted the building white in order to make it look similar to churches in the Greek islands. 
 From Saint George of the Rock starts the neighborhood of Anafiotika, one of the most picturesque areas in the city.

Anafiotika, an Island in Athens

The name Anafiotika comes from the name of the Greek island Anafi, known for having the best builders in Greece.
Craftsmen from Anafi were hired to build mansions for wealthy Greeks in Athens in the middle of the 19th century. When they came to the city, they built their own houses in Anafiotika. Nowadays, the 55 small white houses with painted doors and little gardens, combined with the narrow streets and stairs, make for a truly unique atmosphere.

Byzantine Church of Metamorphosis Sotiros

This is a small cruciform church dates to the 11th century AD.
 Over the years, many changes and architectural additions have been made, altering the original look of the church. The masonry consists of stones fitted together and surrounded by rows of bricks.
 Inside the church, some wall paintings are still preserved. These are dated to the 14th and 15th century AD.

Canellopoulos Museum, from the Prehistoric to the Recent Past

The Canellopoulos Museum hosts thousands of items from the prehistoric to the recent past.
In 1976, the museum was opened to the public. The exhibits are from the private collection of Paul and Alexandra Canellopoulos, which was donated to the Greek state in 1972.
The antiquities are displayed over three floors and in the basement.
Here, you can find figurines from the Neolithic period, black- and red-figured vessels from the Classical period, Byzantine paintings, and much more.

Athens University History Museum, the First University

This is one of the few examples of architecture dating to before the 17th century AD and the Ottoman Period.
 In 1831, two architects, Kleanthis and Schaubert, bought the house and used it as their residence.
Between 1837 and 1841, it housed the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.
In the early 20th century, it was a home for Greek refugees from Asia Minor. Then, it became a tavern called “The Old University.”
Since 1987, it has housed the Athens University History Museum.

The Famous Plaka Stairs

This is one of the most photographed areas in Athens. The stone stairs lined with the outdoor tables of cute cafés create a unique atmosphere.
 This area is always very popular, with tourists and locals alike choosing this narrow street to have coffee.
 Take the opportunity to take pictures or just relax and have a drink when you finish exploring Plaka.

The Bath House of the Winds

This is the only preserved public bathhouse in Athens, dating to the first period of Turkish occupation between 1456 and 1687. The bathhouse was known as the Hammam of Abid Efendi. Now it is known as the Bathhouse of the Winds.
At the end of the 19th century, it underwent many changes. One of these was the neoclassical façade of the building.
The bathhouse was in operation until 1965. Nowadays, following a restoration program, the baths have been transformed into a museum.

Benizelou Mansion, the Oldest House in Athens

Benizelou Mansion is considered the oldest house in Athens. It is a two-story structure with a stone-built ground floor and its superstructure is mainly made of timber. The current incarnation of the house was most likely constructed in the first half of the 18th century, but the original building has been dated to the 15th or 16th century.
It belonged to a prominent Athenian family, the Benizelou family.
 Nowadays, Benizelou Mansion has been transformed into a museum that is open to the public.

Museum of Folk Instruments

This museum collection includes 1200 instruments dating from the 18th century to today. Its permanent exhibition is spread over three floors and offers the amazing experience of viewing original folk instruments while listening to each instrument being played. The building that hosts it is one of the oldest mansions in Athens and is dated to the middle of the 19th century. In summer, the lovely garden hosts musical performances.

Good Bye

You have now thoroughly explored the history of the city through this unique neighborhood, have visited antiquities, museums, and churches. You have enjoyed multiple views of Athens, as well as admired Greek architecture from impressive mansions to quaint houses. It is time to relax and enjoy a refreshment. You have earned it!

Plaka: The Most Picturesque Area in Athens

Introduction – Plaka Tour

Choragic Monument of Lysicrates, the Landmark

Plaka is the oldest and most picturesque neighborhood in Athens. In the shadow of the Acropolis hill, the small houses, neoclassical buildings, narrow streets, antiquities, and the smell of bougainvillea combine to create a unique atmosphere. The entire history of Athens, from antiquity to modern times, is outlined in Plaka. Are you ready be impressed? Then let’s explore Plaka.

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1. Welcome to Plaka

2. Choragic Monument of...

3. Church of Saint Dimi...

4. Explore Greek Gastro...

5. School Life and Educ...

6. Byzantine Church of ...

7. Saint Anargyroi Kolo...

8. St. Ioannis Theologo...

9. Saint George of the ...

10. Anafiotika, an Isla...

11. Byzantine Church of...

12. Canellopoulos Museu...

13. Athens University H...

14. The Famous Plaka St...

15. The Bath House of t...

16. Benizelou Mansion, ...

17. Museum of Folk Inst...

18. Good Bye

1. Welcome to Plaka

Introduction

Plaka is the oldest and most picturesque neighborhood in Athens. In the shadow of the Acropolis hill, the small houses, neoclassical buildings, narrow streets, antiquities, and the smell of bougainvillea combine to create a unique atmosphere. The entire history of Athens, from antiquity to...

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