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From the realm of myths to the grounds of reason. The amazing journey of Ancient Greece from blind faith to the search of explanations for all things unknown!
The ancient landmarks provide the best scenery to overview this amazing transformation.
The pre-Socratic philosophers gave us what may be regarded as the only true “discovery” in science: that our world can be understood through natural laws whose identification could enable humans to comprehend their surroundings, and even themselves…
Let's explore together this fascinating shift in human perception and find out where we stand today!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the statue of Thisseas, opposite the train station (green line).
Philopappos Hill
Itinerary
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This is a place relatively unknown to tourists even though it is one of the most important landmarks. Kerameikos means “ceramic”. It was called like that because there were many ceramic workshops here. It was also the cemetery of Athens for many centuries. In this place many prominent Athenians whose name are famous, were buried here! This is also where Pericles pronounced his famous “Epitaph” speech for the first casualties of the Peloponnesian war where he praises the virtues of Democracy and the ways of the Athenians.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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This place was the heart of the city of Athens. Philosophers like Socrates, Plato, politicians like Solon, Themistocles, Pericles, Thucydides, Sophocles, Aristofanis, that consisted the “Dream Team” of Athens, prominent Athenians and simple citizens walked here and had discussions and debates for all matters.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
We will take an easy pace walk through the colorful Flea market of Athens with many antique and tourist shops.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The Roman Agora at Athens is located to the north of the Acropolis and to the east of the Ancient Agora.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Hadrian's Library was created by Roman Emperor Hadrian in AD 132 on the north side of the Acropolis of Athens and was the second largest in the world, back then.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Plaka is a scenic neighborhood of Athens with small houses and picturesque narrow streets.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Pnyx Hill was the first parliament of the world. This place offers a great view to the area and is a great spot for sunset views. It’s also free, just like the best things in life.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Philoppapos Hill (or Hill of the Muses) offers the best vistas to Acrpolis and Athens by night.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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