Nikki Z.
Parrots in Athens? Yep! Feral ones! You can hear their chattering around their bedtime, angling for a good spot on tall trees surrounding centuries-old buildings, through & above the noise of internal combustion engines, & no doubt soon, electric ones.
I’m crazy about cities. They’re my ~natural habitat~ (not just Athens) & I walk most places, because I love to explore: watching the flora and the fauna (animal and human!) scrutinising the buildings & the streets, trying to suss out what makes them tick, what makes the whole thing run as well as it does even when so much conventional wisdom tells us it isn’t or can’t or shouldn’t! How they shape us after we’ve shaped them.
Little cozy spots & big airy views, the sacred & the profane, the brazenly commercial & the earnestly artistic, I love it all, & exploring an old space with new people just brings new discoveries! Novelty food or trendy hangouts won’t get me out & about, but piquing my curiosity will!
Walks
Reviews
Fausto Gomez
Nikki is an outstanding hostess. Her knowledge and passion shine through and her love for her City was obvious. She made us experience Athens differently than most visitors. I recommend her without hesitation and appreciate the time she spent with us.
Visited Athens and had a tour with Nikki Z. in August 5, 2023
Paul
Niki was an absolute delight. It’s clear how much work she put into planning a tour that suit our interests. She was diligent in her research and super communicative both in the lead up to the tour and in following up with us after. She was very generous with her time, too. She spent more than an hour after the tour chatting with us, answering our questions, and giving us guidance with the remainder of our stay in Greece. Athens is lucky to call her a local.
Visited Athens and had a tour with Nikki Z. in July 11, 2023
Giusy Sangiovanni
The walk with Niki has been really nice. She is lovely and really well informed about Athens.
I really enjoyed the time spent with her and also our short stops to say hello numerous cats (patatoni) living in the city center.
A pleasant experience that I will definitely recommend to friends visiting Athens!
Visited Athens and had a tour with Nikki Z. in June 29, 2023