Private Walk Women in Ancient Greece

Athens
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  • Price from
    €75
  • Duration
    2 h
  • Group size
    Private tour
  • Guide languages
    English, French

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    Overview

    A captivating walking tour to discover the stories of women in Ancient Greece, from powerful goddesses to everyday women who challenged traditional gender roles.

    Follow in the footsteps of legendary women like Sappho, Aspasia, and Agnodice, who defied societal expectations and became leaders, philosophers, doctors, and poets. Discover how the role of women was influenced by Greek mythology through the stories of Athena, Demeter, Persephone, Penelope, and the enigmatic Pandora.

    What was the daily life of a wife, a slave or a prostitute? Why were Spartan girls kidnapped? What happened during the mysterious women’s festival in Athens?

    Come and discover for yourself the extraordinary legacy of Women in Ancient Greece.

    *be aware that you won't enter archaeological sites during this thematic walking tour.

    What's included

    • All Fees and Taxes

    Not included

    • Private transportation

    What you will do

    • Monastiraki

      You'll be meeting your guide on the emblematic square of Monastiraki.

      10 min

    • Discover the education of girls and women in Ancient Athens.

      10 min

    • Explore the meaning of marriage in Ancient Athens and Ancient Sparta, and learn more about EROS, the passionate kind of love.

      15 min

    • Discover what married life is for women in ancient times Athens and Sparta, and the amazing myths linked with the goddess Athena.

      15 min

    • Discover a mysterious ancient festival dedicated exclusively to women.

      10 min

    • The marketplace of Athens Greece: the center of public life! Discover the role of women in public space, and the life of female slaves or courtesans in the city. (no entrance to the archaeological site but we'll see it from outside).

      15 min

    • Discover the place where the worst sinners were trialled in ancient times. Get to know the inspiring stories of a woman who risked a death sentence to change women's rights.

      10 min

    • Discover where democracy all began, the place where only men citizens used to vote. Against all odds, get to know the woman influenced the politics of Athens during its Golden Age.

      15 min

    • Discover the Hill of the Muses who give endless inspiration to the Athenians until now, with an amazing view on the acropolis for the end of our tour.

      10 min

    Meeting point

    Find us next to the entrance of the church on Monastiraki Square (not far from the road).

    End point: The best viewpoint on the Acropolis. Close to the centre by foot and easy access to the metro if needed.

    Important information

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The tour is adapted to participants over 10 years old.
    • You see archeological sites from outside (no entrance)
    • Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues

    Cancellation policy

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