Greek Philosophy Tour: Walking with Socrates

Athens, Greece
Duration1h 30m - 2h 10m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGreek, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Greek Philosophy Tour: Walking with Socrates
Embark on a unique journey through time and ideas, starting from the School Life and Education Museum in the heart of Plaka. After a short introduction to the world of ancient Greek philosophy, we’ll walk along Tripodon Street—the oldest street in Athens—once frequented by Socrates and other great thinkers.

We’ll visit the Theater of Dionysus and the prison where Socrates spent his final days. At the Pnyx, the birthplace of democracy, we’ll dive into Plato’s philosophy through interactive readings and roleplay.

Our walk ends at the Areopagus, beneath the Acropolis, where we’ll engage in a thought-provoking debate on democracy—past and present.

A tour for curious minds, blending history, ideas, and the spirit of ancient Athens.

What's included

  • Admission at School Life and Education Museum
  • Personal expenses (e.g. souvenirs)
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. School Life and Education Museum
    20m · Admission ticket included
    The walking tour will start from the beautiful 19th-century neoclassical building where the Museum of School Life and Education is situated
  2. Plaka
    30m
    The walking tour is filled with romantic stories below the Acropolis. Our tour includes a lot of historical and less popular information, as well as various love stories starring 12 Gods and Lord Byron.

    We walk on the oldest street of Athens, Tripodon Street, where the ancient Greek philosophers used to walk and debate.
  3. Prison of Socrates
    30m
    On the eastern slope of Filopappou Hill, one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Athens, you will find two rock-cut caves known as Socrates' prison. These caves are believed to have been carved into the rocks in the 5th century BC
  4. Areopago
    30m
    In the exact birthplace of Democracy, we will take part in an intriguing debate challenging the concept of Democracy in the past and present.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
End point

Prison of Socrates

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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