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Athens Walking Tour: Exploring Greek Myths & Philosophers
5.0
114 Ratings
Athens
Discover Greek myths and philosophers on a 4-hour private Athens walking tour. Uncover ancient wisdom and legendary tales with expert guides.
Discover Greek myths and philosophers on a 4-hour private Athens walking tour. Uncover ancient wisdom and legendary tales with expert guides.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- The Academy of Athens - You will see the Trilogy of Athens and journey through time in all the philosophical movements of ancient Greece!
- Numismatic Museum - The museum houses one of the greatest collections of coins, ancient and modern, in the world.
- Hellenic Parliament - In front of the Hellenic Parliament, you will witness one of the…
- The Academy of Athens - You will see the Trilogy of Athens and journey through time in all the philosophical movements of ancient Greece!
- Numismatic Museum - The museum houses one of the greatest collections of coins, ancient and modern, in the world.
- Hellenic Parliament - In front of the Hellenic Parliament, you will witness one of the oldest traditions in Greece, the Changing of the Presidential Guard.
- National Garden - Walk around the garden and learn about democracy, physics, astronomy, ethics and many other applied sciences which stem from the Greek philosophy.
- Ermou Street - Learn everything around mischievous god Hermes!
- Monastiraki - The area is named after the Church of the Pantanassa that is located within the square.
- Ancient Agora of Athens - Ancient Agora is the place where Stoic philosophy was born in the Poikile Stoa.
- Tower of the Winds - While admiring the famous Tower of Winds, we will learn everything about Aiolos, the keeper of the winds.
- Anafiotika - In Plaka area and Anafiotika, on the foot of the Acropolis, you will learn about the Cinic philosophers!
- Areopagus - The tour will be concluded on the Areopagus hill with a breathtaking view of the Acropolis and myths about the Olympian gods!
What's Included
- Bottled water included
- Coffee and tea available
- Bottled water included
- Coffee and tea available
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Entrance fees to any point of interest
- Personal expenses
- Entrance fees to any point of interest
Additional Information
Take a trip back in time to the birthplace of philosophy, Greece. Guided by one of our team members, this adventure will immerse you in the rich philosophical traditions of ancient Greece, tying them intricately to the legendary Gods and myths of Olympus.
The roots of democracy, physics, astronomy, ethics, and myriad other practical sciences can be…
Take a trip back in time to the birthplace of philosophy, Greece. Guided by one of our team members, this adventure will immerse you in the rich philosophical traditions of ancient Greece, tying them intricately to the legendary Gods and myths of Olympus.
The roots of democracy, physics, astronomy, ethics, and myriad other practical sciences can be traced back to philosophy, with philosophers held in high regard as the pioneers of intellectual thought. In a private walking tour spanning four hours, you will gain a wealth of knowledge about noted philosophers ranging from Thales of Miletus to eminent figures like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. You’ll also explore the persona of Diogenes of Sinope, the Cynic philosopher best known for his sharp retort to Alexander the Great’s offer of favor when he said, “Stand out of my sunlight”.
Along the journey, you will familiarize yourself with the vital myths of the ancient Greek world, including the intriguing tale behind the birth of Goddess Athena and the various narratives surrounding the playful god, Hermes.
Location
Panepistimio
Outside Panepistimio Metro Station (Panepistimiou str.)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Burt
Sep 7, 2025
Highly Recommend - Bianca was wonderful. She provided an introductory review to not just Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle but many critical thinkers from 500 BC to 1200 AD. Bianca’s delivery was not a lecture at the university level. Instead her analysis and description of ancient Greek philosophy was easy to understand.. We highly recommend her and the tour. The tour provides an important perspective on Greek contribution to Western culture.
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324lisac
Sep 5, 2025
Don’t miss this great tour! - Bianca was a blast! So engaging, knowledgeable and passionate —a winning combination!! Very responsive to questions, great explanations of historical context, truly a wonderful introduction to Athens. Can’t think of a better way to start our Greece adventure! Highly recommend!
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Happiness771708
Sep 4, 2025
Perfect Tour for Philosophy & Ancient Greece Lovers - This was an absolutely fantastic tour! John was a wonderful guide - warm, engaging and incredibly knowledgeable. He brought Athens’ myths and philosophy to life in a clear, vivid and inspiring way.
As a family of parents and two teens/young adults particularly interested in philosophy and Ancient Greece, this tour was perfect for us. It was a great combination of walking around Athens, seeing wonderful sights, and discussing myths, philosophers and history along the way. We especially enjoyed talking to John and exchanging ideas - he was so generous with his time that the tour lasted longer than the official 4 hours. (The drink stop in the middle was very welcome by the way!)
One small suggestion for the organisers would be to consider offering a shorter version (maybe 2 - 3 hours?) as 4 hours may be long for some groups. That said, for us it was one of the very best tours we’ve ever done in Athens - highly recommended!
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Joanne_r
Sep 4, 2025
Perfect Tour for Philosophy & Ancient Greece Lovers - This was an absolutely fantastic tour! John was a wonderful guide - warm, engaging and incredibly knowledgeable. He brought Athens’ myths and philosophy to life in a clear, vivid and inspiring way.
As a family of parents and two teens/young adults particularly interested in philosophy and Ancient Greece, this tour was perfect for us. It was a great combination of walking around Athens, seeing wonderful sights, and discussing myths, philosophers and history along the way. We especially enjoyed talking to John and exchanging ideas - he was so generous with his time that the tour lasted longer than the official 4 hours. (The drink stop in the middle was very welcome by the way!)
One small suggestion for the organisers would be to consider offering a shorter version (maybe 2 - 3 hours?) as 4 hours may be long for some groups. That said, for us it was one of the very best tours we’ve ever done in Athens - highly recommended!
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G9667jrdebrah
Aug 25, 2025
Trip highlight - My husband and I had a tour with Bianca. She was amazing and so knowledgeable about everything Athens and everything about the philosophers. It was an excellent experience.
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Richardpo5880hj
Aug 25, 2025
Greek Reasoning through the ages - This was a very education tour. Not only did John share his vast knowledge of the Greek philosophers, but he also taught us to distinguish architectural styles, how Greek philosophy has reached down through the ages influencing modern day Greece, and a lot of Greek history. Our group was made up of ages 16 to 70, and he paced it well and was able to connect with each of the participants. We enjoyed the tour.
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W6385imsarab
Aug 23, 2025
New philosophy fans, thanks to tour guide Bianca! - My husband and I did this as a private tour at the end of our European honeymoon. We had one night in Athens before we headed back to the states and wanted some sort of guided exploration of the city to get the most out of our one night. We chose this tour because my husband has recently been very into Greek mythology. I will say, this particular tour is definitely more about philosophers than mythology, but we really enjoyed ourselves. Our tour guide, Bianca, really made our experience exceptional. She is so kind, so knowledgable, and you can tell how much she really loves both Athens and the history that she is sharing. We very much recommend this or any other tour that Bianca gives!
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Melletson
Aug 23, 2025
Philosophy, History, and a Truly Remarkable Guide - What an amazing tour! Bianca was absolutely fabulous—so knowledgeable, fun, and full of energy. She didn’t just share facts; she really got us thinking and encouraged great discussion, which made the whole experience so much more engaging. We loved how she connected everything back to philosophy. We left feeling inspired and with a whole new appreciation for Athens and its history. Honestly, this was one of the highlights of our trip and we can’t recommend it enough!
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Ladonnaf382
Aug 19, 2025
Excellent tour, excellent guide - Excellent day learning about Athens, Greece, history, with focus on several philosophers, including Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, & more. Our guide, Bianca, was a true gem.. her knowledge, her love for what she does, her passion for sharing & caring, all stood out. Was my favorite tour out of the several I did over the ten days we spent in Athens & on our cruise.
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344siaa
Aug 31, 2025
Scam! - This is a total scam. I have a university degree in philosophy. I can tell you the guide made everything up—total lies that had nothing to do with philosophy. We went in Jan 2024.
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