A unique, Interactive, Historical tour next to Acropolis
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Itinerary
We will start our exploration, by walking to the hill of Philopappos and share some history facts about ancient Athens and Greece through times. We'll stop at the famous "Socrates's prison", then at the "Pnyx", where the great political struggles of Athens during the Golden Age were fought out. Next we’ll head to the Hill of the Musses and finally arrive at the top of the hill where the ancient Greek mausoleum: "Monument of Philopappos" is lying.
Along the way, you’ll have the chance to shoot really beautiful photos of the surroundings, the Parthenon, the temple of Athena and enjoy a great view of the whole city of Athens. Finally, we'll explore the hidden art of the ancient greek phalanx during the persian wars (500-448bce), the strategy, the equipment, the movement of every Greek hoplite that made him a unique soldier through the ages.
The Spartan king Leonidas and his brave 300 soldiers, the clever and cunning Athenian Politician and general Miltiades used this fighting style and managed to defend the Greek cities and the Western civilization against the Great Persian invasion.
Stop At:
• Acropolis, via Dionysiou Areopagitou str., Athens 105 58 Greece
• Philopappos Hill, Athens 105 55 Greece
• Philopappos Monument, Filopappos Hill, Athens 104 38 Greece
• Pnyx, Philopappos Hill, Athens Greece
• Prison of Socrates, 100 metres from the southwestern edge of the Agora, Athens Greece
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We will start our exploration, by walking to the hill of Philopappos and share some history facts about ancient Athens and Greece through times. We'll stop at the famous "Socrates's prison", then at the "Pnyx", where the great political struggles of Athens during the Golden Age were fought out. Next we’ll head to the Hill of the Musses and finally arrive at the top of the hill where the ancient Greek mausoleum: "Monument of Philopappos" is lying.
Along the way, you’ll have the chance to shoot really beautiful photos of the surroundings, the Parthenon, the temple of Athena and enjoy a great view of the whole city of Athens. Finally, we'll explore the hidden art of the ancient greek phalanx during the persian wars (500-448bce), the strategy, the equipment, the movement of every Greek hoplite that made him a unique soldier through the ages.
The Spartan king Leonidas and his brave 300 soldiers, the clever and cunning Athenian Politician and general Miltiades used this fighting style and managed to defend the Greek cities and the Western civilization against the Great Persian invasion.
Stop At:
• Acropolis, via Dionysiou Areopagitou str., Athens 105 58 Greece
• Philopappos Hill, Athens 105 55 Greece
• Philopappos Monument, Filopappos Hill, Athens 104 38 Greece
• Pnyx, Philopappos Hill, Athens Greece
• Prison of Socrates, 100 metres from the southwestern edge of the Agora, Athens Greece
Included
- ancient greek equipment replica
- Snacks - Greek power bar "pasteli"
Not included
- Bottled water
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- In the center of Athens, near the Acropolis metro station
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Features
Tourism
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Cultural
75%
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