Mythology Family Tour in Athens | To truly bring the incredible monuments and archaeological sites to life for young kids, I highly recommend the Young Olympians: Mythology Family Adventure in Athens for our partner in Greece. You will go with a guide experienced with children and education, who can make history interactive and engaging. The tour will include hands-on activities that keep the kids captivated. I have been organizing tours with our local partner for readers of the blog for a while now. Given the experiences and feedback, I am confident to say that I wholeheartedly recommend this tour with our trusted partner.
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Young Olympians: Mythology Family Tour in Athens Acropolis
Description of Mythology Family Tour in Athens
Discover the best of Athens in 6 hours through story-telling. Travel back in time through fascinating tales from Greek Mythology, at the very places the stories took place! An epic mythology family adventure for everyone in Athens.
Option: Private
Schedule: Flexible starting time
Recommended: 8 am
Duration: 6 hours (approx.)
Highlights
- Discover the most famous landmarks of Athens.
- Fascinating myths connected to the monuments.
- Explore picturesque neighborhoods and local markets.
Suggested itinerary - 08.00 – 10.00: Acropolis Mythology Tour
- 10.00 – 12.00: Mythology Storytelling Walk (Plaka, Anafiotika,
Monastiraki) - 12.00 – 14.00: Highlights of Athens with a minivan
Landmarks and places of interest - Acropolis Hill (Parthenon, Erechtheion, Propylaea, Temple of
Athens Nike, and more). The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to some of the most important ancient Greek buildings, including the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and the Temple of Athena Nike. The Acropolis was a major religious and political center in ancient Greece, and it remains one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world today. - Odeon of Herodes Atticus and the Ancient Theatre of Dionysus. The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a stone Roman theatre structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis. It was built in AD 161 by Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife Regilla. The Odeon is a popular venue for concerts and other cultural events.
- Temple of Olympian Zeus, Arch of Hadrian. It was one of the largest temples in ancient Greece, and it was dedicated to the god Zeus. The temple was never completed, but it is still an impressive sight today.
- Roman Agora. This was the commercial and political center of the city during the Roman period. The Roman Agora is home to a number of important buildings, including the Tower of the Winds and the Gate of Athena Archegetis.
- Plaka, Anafiotika, Dionysiou Areopagitou Street
- Monastiraki, Athens Central Market. A colorful diverse neighborhood where all (sub)cultures come together.
- Greek Parliament House, Presidential Guard, Syntagma. The most impressive part of the city with its National Garden and current parliament building.
- Panathenaic Stadium, Lysikratis Monument
Inclusions
- State-licensed, family-friendly guide Mythology expert
- (6 hours)
- Professional driver and private
- minivan (2 hours)
- Greek honey & olive oil tastings
- Pistachio of Aegina and Greek raisins
- food tastings
- Ice cream
- Civil liability insurance
- Gas, VAT and local taxes
Exclusions
- Entry fees for Acropolis
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
Notes
We can pre-purchase the tickets, adding their cost to the price.
‣ The first part of this family tour is a walking tour. Please wear comfortable
shoes, a hat and sunscreen, and have some water with you.
‣ The Acropolis is a steep hill with many stairs and it can be
challenging for people with mobility issues.
‣ Kindly let us know in advance if there are any food allergies/
restrictions.
This is a private tour and can be customized to your families wishes and interested. We will tailor it with your desired ingredients: for sure there will be time for plenty of questions, walking, joy, tasty food, laughter, games, breaks, fascinating stories, and pure fun.
For more information, prices, and booking this Mythology Family Tour in Athens Acropolis, please email info@familyexperiencesblog.com.
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