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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This is not the usual "touristy" tour but rather a philosophical walk, in between the landmarks of Athens! In this tour, we will:
a. See many of the most important landmarks of ancient Athens
b. Have an overview of the city’s ancient history and discuss about its greatest achievements such as Philosophy, Democracy, Sciences, Arts etc.
c. Examine some of the ancient philosophical theories under a new light due to surprising latest scientific discoveries
d. Discuss the ancient Democracy compared to the modern
e. Give you tips for sightseeings, museums, activities, food, night life and anything you want to know!
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Gratuities
Admissions to sites
Meeting Points
Departure
Άγαλμα του Θησέα
In front of the statue of Thisseas (in the small park, opposite Adrianou 1 street)
Return
Theorias 21
Philosophy and Democracy tour of Athens
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About
This is not the usual "touristy" tour but rather a philosophical walk, in between the landmarks of Athens! In this tour, we will:
a. See many of the most important landmarks of ancient Athens
b. Have an overview of the city’s ancient history and discuss about its greatest achievements such as Philosophy, Democracy, Sciences, Arts etc.
c. Examine some of the ancient philosophical theories under a new light due to surprising latest scientific discoveries
d. Discuss the ancient Democracy compared to the modern
e. Give you tips for sightseeings, museums, activities, food, night life and anything you want to know!
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Gratuities
Admissions to sites
Meeting Points
Departure
Άγαλμα του Θησέα
In front of the statue of Thisseas (in the small park, opposite Adrianou 1 street)
Return
Theorias 21
Itinerary
1
Ancient Agora of Athens
This place was the heart of the city of Athens. Philosophers like Socrates, Plato, politicians like Solon, Themistocles, Pericles, Thoucidides,Sofoklis, Aristofanis,that consisted the “Dream Team” of Athens, prominent Athenians and simple citizens walked here and had discussions and debates for all matters.
20 minutes
2
Monastiraki Flea Market
We take an easy pace walk through the Flea market of Athens
10 minutes
3
Hadrian's Library
Hadrian's Library was created by Roman Emperor Hadrian in AD 132 on the north side of the Acropolis of Athens.
10 minutes
4
Roman Agora
The Roman Agora at Athens is located to the north of the Acropolis and to the east of the Ancient Agora.
10 minutes
5
Tower of the Winds
The octagonal building called the Tower of the Winds was made by the astronomer Andronicus of Kyrristos, in the 1st century BC and served both as wind indicator but also a clock, so it was the “Big Ben” of Athens and also the meteorological station of the city. The clock was solar but in cloudy days there was also a hydraulic mechanism that produced a sound every hour! It’s considered the first meteo station.
5 minutes
6
Plaka
Plaka is a scenic neighborhood of Athens with small houses and narrow streets.
7
Prison of Socrates
At this spot we pay a tribute to a great philosopher!
10 minutes
8
Pnyx
Pnyx Hill is considered the "cradle of democracy" since it was the first place in the world that people took decisions for their future. The place offers great views to Acropolis and Athens.
30 minutes
9
Acropolis
Greece's greatest monument is now yours to visit and admire
