Athens Highlights: Myths & Philosophers Walking Tour
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Greece is the place where philosophy was born and thrived. Accompanied by a member of our team, you will journey through time in all the philosophical movements of ancient Greece and discover deep connections with our Myths and Gods of Olympus. Democracy, physics, astronomy, ethics and many other applied sciences stem from philosophy and, naturally, philosophers are considered the world’s first intellectuals. Through a 4 hour private walking tour you will learn every interesting fact about philosophers from Thales of Miletus to Socrates and Plato, and from Aristotle to the Cynic philosopher Diogenes of Sinope, whose famous answer towards Alexander the Great “Stand out of my sunlight”, when he was asked whether there was any favour he might do for him, is indicative of his character. You will get acquainted with the most important myths of the ancient greek world such as the story behind the birth of goddess Athena and everything around mischievous god Hermes.
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
- Coffee and/or Tea
What's not
- Personal expenses
- Entrance fees to any point of interest
Itinerary
You will see the Trilogy of Athens and journey through time in all the philosophical movements of ancient Greece!
The museum houses one of the greatest collections of coins, ancient and modern, in the world.
In front of the Hellenic Parliament, you will witness one of the oldest traditions in Greece, the Changing of the Presidential Guard.
Walk around the garden and learn about democracy, physics, astronomy, ethics and many other applied sciences which stem from the Greek philosophy.
Learn everything around mischievous god Hermes!
The area is named after the Church of the Pantanassa that is located within the square.
Ancient Agora is the place where Stoic philosophy was born in the Poikile Stoa.
While admiring the famous Tower of Winds, we will learn everything about Aiolos, the keeper of the winds.
In Plaka area and Anafiotika, on the foot of the Acropolis, you will learn about the Cinic philosophers!
The tour will be concluded on the Areopagus hill with a breathtaking view of the Acropolis and myths about the Olympian gods!
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Outside Panepistimio Metro Station (Panepistimiou str.)
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Be a Greek
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Athens
- Its from-price is 57% below the median of the 4134 experiences we list in Athens.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 189 of 4134.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Athens
Athens sets the Acropolis above a sprawling modern capital, where ancient ruins, hillside lanes and long taverna evenings sit side by side.
The Parthenon crowns the Acropolis, flanked by the Erechtheion and its porch of caryatids, and the Acropolis Museum at the foot of the hill displays sculpture found on the rock. Around it, the Ancient Agora, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch and the marble Panathenaic Stadium make the classical city easy to walk through.
Top-ranked sights in Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon, Acropolis Museum.
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