In the footsteps of Socrates - Athens small group day tour. Walking tour

What's included in this small group tour

Walking tour of Athens center

Visit to

	Ancient Agora
	Philopappos Hill
	The Pnyx
	The Jail of Socrates
	The Lyceum

Guided throughout the tour by officially licensed guide.

Visit the old quarter of Athens and the market

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4 Hours

Day Trip

An incredible walking tour of Athens

“In the footsteps of Socrates” is one of the best walks of Athens as it combines the history of Philosophy with the beauty of Athens. Ancient Greece was the birthplace of Western philosophical ethics; Socrates, Plato and Aristotle are considered to be instrumental in the way philosophy has evolved up to today.

Join your guide and set off on a lovely walk visiting some of the most important landmarks allowing you to understand the way of life and how Philosophy evolved in ancient Athens. Starting off the walk you will visit the site of “agora” (market); the agora was where Athenians would express freely their opinions and discuss current issues. A beautiful site full of amazing history. From the ancient agora site continue on to the Philopappos Hill which has such a huge significance in Socrates life. It not only houses the prison in which he was held but also the Pnyx. The role of the Pnyx of Ancient Athens is as important today is it was then; it is where the democratic ideals and principals where born. From the top of the hill the view to the Acropolis is magnificent.

Make your way downhill via the pedestrian street full of small caffes and street vendors towards the Hadrian’s Arch and the temple of Olympian Zeus. Passing these awesome monuments continue your walk towards the Lyceum (the school Aristotle founded). On this beautifully laid out walk you will pass by landmarks of Athens – including the National Garden and the Zappeion grand hall.

The last stop of the tour is the Lyceum which has just been excavated and opened to the public in 2014. A beautiful setting set right in the center of the modern city of Athens - Your guide will explain the significance of the location and also what Athens used to look like in Ancient times. Walking through the Lyceum pathways you will actually be retracing the footsteps of the great philosophers of ancient Athens.

It is the connection, and continuation, of ancient to modern times that really makes the walk stand out as one of the most fascinating tours of Athens.

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Some notes about this walking tour of Athens

Tour includes walking in busy streets with traffic. Athens in the summer is quite hot, so comfortable shoes, hat and water are recommended

Tour Map and information

Tour Experiences
	Walk through the ancient Athenian Agora
	See where Socrates taught
	Enjoy your epxert guide insights (fully licensed professional)
	See the bustling city center
	See the old quarter of Athens
	Get an in depth understanding of Ancient Athens

Tour Information
	Pick up and End point
The tour starts at Thisio train station (outside) in the center of Athens. Optionally we can arrange a transfer to pick you up from your hotel and take you to the starting point of the tour.
The end point of the tour is at the metro station of Evangelismos.
	Departure Dates
This tour is operated every day throughout the year. On national holidays 25&26/Dec, 1/Jan, 25/March, 1/May and Orthodox Easter Sunday an alternative itinerary is operated as sights are closed.
	Departure Time
Start of the tour is at 09:00, as this will allow you to see the sights at the best time.

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General
	Your Guide
Your professional guide has been selected to give you the best experience on this tour.
	Vehicles and Drivers
The tour is offered in two options. Option1: Starting from Thisio train station (outside) Option2: Including transfer from the Athens Hotels If you select to utilize our transfer serivce for this tour, please note: Vehicles: Our vehicles are fully insured, nonsmoking and new. Drivers: The attentiveness of our drivers to their guests is paramount to our service. We have handpicked our staff in order for them to provide the best service. All our drivers are fully licensed and qualified.

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