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Greek Mythology Tour

On this Greek mythology tour of Athens, we will explore the legends upon which the foundations of the Greek capital are built, encountering deities such as Zeus, Athena, Aries, and Aphrodite. Tour Details. We will meet in front of the National...

  • 2 hours
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On this Greek mythology tour of Athens, we will explore the legends upon which the foundations of the Greek capital are built, encountering deities such as Zeus, Athena, Aries, and Aphrodite.

Tour Details

We will meet in front of the National Library of Greece to begin this tour of Greek mythology in Athens. During the tour, we will discuss some of the best-known myths and lesser-known ones.

We will address questions such as Athen's foundation myth, the patron saint protecting the city, and the reasons behind the construction of the Acropolis. This mythological tour reveals the legends embedded in the city.

We will visit the exterior of the Academy of Athens, home to the only sculptures of Plato and Socrates, and the Numismatic Museum, which reflects the significance of ancient Greek coins in the economy and politics.

Afterwards, we will stroll through the National Garden and in front of the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Arch of Hadrian. We will stop at each location to share various myths featuring deities like Zeus, Poseidon, and Aphrodite. The journey will encompass Greek mythology, philosophy, and poetry.

Finally, after 2 hours, we will conclude the tour in front of the Acropolis Museum.

Included

  • English–speaking tour guide

Not included

  • Admission tickets

Location

Activity location

Riga Ferraiou 10, 106 79 Athens, Greece

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