Itinerary
Our journey will begin with a short visit at Plato’s Academy Digital Museum (free entrance), preparing ourselves for "meeting’’ Plato, his work and methods.
Then, 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 that 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 yourself the Socrates maieutic (midwife) art, as well as the platonic dialogue techniques through exchanging opinions, beliefs, experiences and views on specific and real-modern life example cases, same way the ancient Greek philosophers did.
Your facilitator will guide you through the whole process, reassuring that everyone is equally involved.
*sometimes the Plato's digital museum is closed due to technical reasons
Stop At:
• Digital Museum Plato, Alkmeonos 1, Athens 104 42 Greece
• Plato's Academy Park, West Monastiriou, Athens Greece
See Availability.
Plato's Academy Digital Museum, Alkmeonos 1, Athina 104 42, Greece
03:30 PM
2 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Infants must sit on laps
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
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.
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 operating dates/hours 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.
Archaeological excavation often takes place at Plato's Academy Park. In that case we will see the ancient Gymnasium ruins from short distance and settle at a different spot in the Park.
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
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : 775alexx
The entire experience was fabulous! We visited the museum and found information in screens and walls and in videos. We philosophized at the Park right on the ancient ruins and we had a debate on Plato's ideas, but in a modern case scenario. We had so much fun learning! I totally recommend it!
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Posted On : 2023-06-01
Posted By : machripafil
Truth be told, I was reluctant to attend the experience at first, as I didn't really see its value for a native Greek as myself. I went there at the request of my 2 visiting Swedish friends and boy was I proven wrong!
Olga, our instructor was excellent: extremely knowledgeable and analytical, was actually able to show us how much ancient philosophy can even apply to and help with our current lives. That was especially evident during the ending debate, which made us ponder even further into the matter.
Last but not least, the event was well organized and the communication was great.
Both girls loved it and I will definitely visit again with my young nephews for another session, as I am certain that it will prove helpful to their development.
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Posted On : 2023-03-22
Posted By : 910medial
Wir waren zu Dritt mit Olga und haben viel gelernt und diskutiert. Im Museum hatten wir weniger Glück, weil einige Bildschirme nicht funktionierten, aber Olga hat das Beste daraus gemacht, Danke :)
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Posted On : 2024-03-09
