A Day in the Life of a Young Athenian:

Timetable

10:00

Starting point: Ancient Agora

1st Stop: Entrance to the Ancient Agora

Accompanied by a tour guide, the group enters the Ancient Agora and is introduced to ancient Athens (c. 5^th century BC) and the significance of its legacy to the modern world, with particular emphasis on the birth of democracy.

2nd Stop: Temple of Hephaestus

The next stop is the Temple of Hephaestus, formerly also known Theseion. Built in the 5^th century BCE, the temple is dedicated to Hephaestus, god of metal working and craftsmanship, and features reliefs depicting the story of the hero Theseus and his fight against the Minotaur.

3rd Stop: Stoa of Attalos

In the shade of the Stoa of Attalos, the group will pause to talk about the work of archaeologists. Whilst learning about excavations and unearthing objects from the past, young guests will also have the opportunity to assemble a simple toy that was popular amongst children in antiquity.

4th Stop: Museum of the Agora

The last stop is the Museum of the Ancient Agora, which is also housed in the reconstructed stoa. Here, the group will view and discuss items that were once part of Athenian children’s lives, as well as items from the museum’s exhibits on Athenian democracy.

12:00

Ending point: Ancient Agora

Important Note: For ages 7-11 y.o.

* Optional private transfer to and from the meeting point is available upon request.