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Private Walking Tour Women in Ancient Greece

11 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 11 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Athens, Greece

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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
  • Private transportation
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Platia Monastirakiou
Athina 105 55, Greece

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End point

Φυλής
Athina 117 41, Greece

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

What To Expect

Monastiraki

You'll be meeting your guide on the emblematic square of Monastiraki.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hadrian's Library

Discover the education of girls and women in Ancient Athens.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Holy Church Of The All-Great Taxiarchs And The Virgin Mary Gregorousa

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

Gate of Athena Archegetis

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

Dioskouron

Discover a mysterious ancient festival dedicated exclusively to women.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ancient Agora of Athens

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).
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Areopagus

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pnyx

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Philopappos Hill

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.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Walking Tour Women in Ancient Greece?

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

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

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  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Private transportation

Additional Info

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

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Free Cancellation

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100% refund
No refund

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).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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