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ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes
ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes

ATHENS TYPE: Reading into Fading Typographic Landscapes

€55,00
Tax included.

Experience a journey through the city's vibrant streets where the fading traces of Greek type unveil Athens’ rich cultural identity and typographic heritage.

  • Rare Signs: Explore the intricate world of Greek type, discovering the few remaining Greek signs dating back to the late 19th century up to today.
  • Lost Characters: Spot lost Greek characters and hybrid type forms that reflect the evolving typographic landscape of Athens.
  • Urban Insights: Gain valuable insights into how the city's urban planning has influenced sign-making and local craftsmanship, revealing layers of history and culture.
  • Ghost Signs: Travel back in time through the ghost signs of Athens's forgotten institutions, unveiling lost localities and uses from bygone eras.
  • Authentic Shops: Venture off the beaten path to uncover enduring family print shops that have withstood the test of time amidst busy tourist streets.

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This walk has emerged from mapping Athenian vernacular type. Your guide will be Natassa Pappa, the founder of Desired Landscapes and a typography instructor.

Starting point Syntagma 
Duration 2 hours
Book by clicking on the calendar above. 
Cancellations Free cancellation 24 hours after the booking, only if this is 72 hours prior to the walk's timeslot.

What’s the best option for you
Group: Our walking tours are intimate with up to 8 people. In case of fewer than 3 people attending, group walks get postponed, or canceled and refunded.
Private Solo: If you're exploring Athens solo for a limited time, book your walk independently to suit your schedule perfectly.

Private Couple: If you are just 2 people briefly visiting Athens, plan your walk idependently and choose the day that fits you best.

Students: Join the group walk with a 30% discount, to get to know more about Greek type. 

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Featured in The Guardian, Monocle, Lonely Planet, Greece Is, This is Athens, Lifo, Type Directors Club, and more.