Percy & Medusa: Family Mythology Treasure Hunt & Tour

4.7 (10 reviews) Athens, Greece
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGreek, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Step into the world of ancient Greek heroes on a family treasure hunt inspired by the legendary story of Perseus and Medusa. Follow clues, solve challenges and complete playful missions while discovering mythology, local history and hidden corners of Athens. Along the way, enjoy a local food tasting and finish the experience by collecting rewards and gifts.

Options

Private tour
Shared small groups

Non private tour: Join a small shared group for a fun treasure hunt with a guide.

What's included

  • Narratologies App for navigation, location-based stories, riddles and collection of gems
  • Discount vouchers from local souvenir shops and museum giftshops
  • 1 Guide
  • 1 Food Stop: Greek Donuts (Lukumades) with honey and cinnamon, water
  • Drinks besides water

What to expect

  1. Temple of Olympian Zeus
    10m
    This is where Gods are, having a meeting. We will stop there to ask for divine assistance. We will naturally read a story about the monument in Narratologies app, solve a riddle and find the next incredible monument
  2. Acropolis Museum
    5m
    Learn more about the impressive Acropolis museum and its even more impressive collection. Solve a riddle and receive direction to find your next stop.
  3. 15m
    This is one of the most beautiful pedestrian streets of Athens, lined with ancient monuments and adorned with some of the best-designed houses of the city. Here you will read stories about them and solve challenging riddles. Be on the lookout for Olympian Gods that might be looking for you.
  4. 15m · Admission ticket included
    Don't treasure hunters ever get hungry?
  5. Theatre of Dionysus
    5m
    A surviving ancient theater at the footfills of Acropolis hill. Learn more about it and do not forget, you have a mission to fulfill!
  6. Herod Atticus Odeon
    5m
    Roman Odeon of great importance. Read a story about it, solve a riddle and be prepared for visiting the craddle of civilization. The Acropolis hill.
  7. Areopago
    10m
    Small hill with fantastic views to both Athens & the Parthenon. Clues abound in Areopagus, beware!
  8. Ancient Agora of Athens
    5m
    Learn more about the vibrant center of ancient Athens... from above. Read a story about it, solve a riddle and continue your journey.
  9. Plaka
    20m
    Within your tour you will reach Plaka, the oldest district of Athens. You will read multiple stories, solve many riddles, each one bringing you closer to completing your mission.
  10. Tower of the Winds
    5m
    Savor the beauty of the first recorded weather station of humankind. Can you crack the riddle about it? Let's see!
  11. 10m
    At this point, the mission is completed, marked by the coronation ceremony.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your facilitator at Hadrian's Arch to start the Treasure Hunt. You will recognize them by their Narratologies T-Shirt.

End point

The treasure hunt ends in a well-preserved ancient monument, located in the picturesque Plaka district, a stone's throw away from Acropolis Metro Station.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • After your booking you will receive an email with information for the meeting point and a link to download the Narratologies app. It will be your digital guide when the facilitator is not present.
  • We advise you to download the Narratologies app in advance for a seamless experience.
  • The facilitator has the magic code that unlocks the game.

Cancellation policy

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

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