Athens

Democracy Experiential Workshop Activity on Pnyx hill, Athens

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Experiential workshop at Pnyx Democracy and Everyday life in classical Athens

From $72.12

Price varies by group size

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

  • 1 hour 40 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Discover Athens' democratic legacy on a small-group experience that delves into daily life in Classical Greece. Led by a facilitator with a background in Classical Studies, this workshop is an introduction to Athenian debating and voting—the bright and the dark side of Athenian democracy. Head to the historic site of Pnyx for an interactive, alternative activity featuring dialogues, role-plays, and team games.
  • Learn about Athens at a landmark of democratic history
  • Interactive workshop explores the real story of democracy
  • Put yourself in the shoes of a voting Athenian
  • See the historic location that hosted Athenian Public Assemblies
  • Use unique replicas of ancient Greek objects.

What's Included

  • Expert facilitator
  • Usage of the Waterthief (ceramic water-timer, replica of the ancient object)
  • Ostrakon (ceramic voting disk, replica of the ancient object), use it and keep it as commemorative
  • Liability Insurance
  • Local VAT 24%
  • NOT a guided tour. It is an interactive history workshop for beginners focusing on Democracy..

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Apostolou Pavlou 7, Athina 105 55, Greece

    Outside Thision Open Air Cinema

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This workshop is an outdoor experience therefore it requires good weather. In case it is canceled due to poor weather, you will be notified at least 3 hours ahead, and will be offered the option to choose between a different date, a similar workshop, or a full refund.
  • Language is plain English. There will be no difficult words or terminology.
  • There are no toilets or canteens on the hill. Near Pnyx, in the area of Thisio, there are plenty of cafes, restaurants and shops.
  • As this workshop takes place at a Historical site, involving Heritage and Cultural aspects, all participants are required to respect ethic, law and respectful conduct etiquette (soberness, cleanliness, photo/video shooting, dress-code, loudness etc) and be respectful and polite during the entire session. Our facilitator has the right to terminate your participation without any refund in case your behavior is disrespectful in regards to the place or the people.
  • Suitable for adults and teenagers over 12 years old. Underaged participants CANNOT book alone, at least one adult should book too, who is also responsible to supervise them.
  • Attending this workshop in public space means you consent to photo/video shooting which may occur within the course of this service, including the future publication of this material by us or the other participants. You may withdraw your consent at any time (before or after the workshop) by contacting us in writing. We shall not be held accountable for pictures and videos of you, taken by others during our services and for the use of such photo and video materials by those third parties.
  • Facilitators/ Instructors are First Aid trained & certified, however, by law, they are not allowed to provide any medication, so please have your medication with you (especially for allergies, since you will be outdoors).
  • There will be a 300m uphill walk in order for us to arrive at the Pnyx speaker’s platform, which could be physically demanding. Please ensure that you wear comfortable shoes and clothes and that are suitably fit to allow full participation.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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