Philosophy Experiential Workshop at Plato's Academy Park -Athens
Overview
Become a Plato’s student, with this private, highly interactive, alternative philosophy workshop for beginners, featuring dialogues and debates. Led by an instructor/ facilitator, this experience will allow you to apply Plato's Philosophy in modern life, through exploration of his famous ''Allegory of the Cave''.
- See the historic location which hosted the world’s 1st Academy.
- Visit Plato's Digital Museum (free entrance).
- Join a productive and joyful philosophical quest.
- Put yourself in the shoes of an ancient Greek philosopher.
- Develop your critical thought and self-awareness through Socrates' maieutic (midwife) method.
Family Friendly! Suitable for adults and teenagers over 16 years old.
What's Included
- Expert facilitator
- Liability Insurance
- Local VAT 24%
- No Guided tour (this activity is an educational interactive workshop)
Meeting Location
Alkmeonos
Athina 104 42, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
No previous knowledge is required for this philosophy experience. Our journey will begin with a 15 min visit at Plato’s Academy Digital Museum (free entrance), preparing ourselves for "meeting’’ Plato, his work and methods.
Then, we will walk about 300m through the archeological park of the Academy and take our position on the ruins of the ancient Gymnasium, the place where the youngsters used to train; same place all great philosophers preferred to gather, teaching the young people. We shall sit on the foundation stones of the ancient buildings, under shaded trees.
You will have the opportunity to participate in dialogues, as we discover the deeper meanings of the Allegory of the Cave while the instructor poses questions, as being another Socrates. You will this way practice the Socrates maieutic (midwife) art, as well as the platonic dialogue techniques through exchanging opinions, beliefs, experiences, and views on modern life example cases, as the ancient Greek philosophers did.
*sometimes the Plato's Digital Museum is closed due to technical or other reasons
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.
- This workshop is an outdoor experience therefore it requires good weather. In the 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.
- Suitable for people without previous knowledge, in plain English language. There will be no difficult words or terminology.
- There is a small chance that archaeological excavation is taking place at Plato's Academy Park during our visit. In that case we will see the ancient Gymnasium ruins from a short distance and settle at a different spot in the Park.
- Suitable for adults and teenagers over 16years old. Underaged participants CANNOT book alone, at least one adult should book too, who is also responsible to supervise them.
- Plato's Digital Museum operational hours/days change constantly, plus sometimes it is closed without any announcement.
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Philosophy Experiential Workshop at Plato’s Academy Park -Athens?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025
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Activity code: C-141168P3
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
- Expert facilitator.
- Liability Insurance.
- Local VAT 24%.
- No Guided tour (this activity is an educational interactive workshop).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 16. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Philosophy Experiential Workshop at Plato's Academy Park -Athens is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Philosophy Experiential Workshop at Plato's Academy Park -Athens will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Expert facilitator
- Liability Insurance
- Local VAT 24%
- No Guided tour (this activity is an educational interactive workshop)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.
- This workshop is an outdoor experience therefore it requires good weather. In the 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.
- Suitable for people without previous knowledge, in plain English language. There will be no difficult words or terminology.
- There is a small chance that archaeological excavation is taking place at Plato's Academy Park during our visit. In that case we will see the ancient Gymnasium ruins from a short distance and settle at a different spot in the Park.
- Suitable for adults and teenagers over 16years old. Underaged participants CANNOT book alone, at least one adult should book too, who is also responsible to supervise them.
- Plato's Digital Museum operational hours/days change constantly, plus sometimes it is closed without any announcement.
- 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.
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