Walking Tour: Discover Stories of Women in Ancient Greece

Uncover the captivating stories of women in Ancient Greece on a walking tour. From powerful goddesses to everyday women who challenged gender roles, explore their lives and legacies.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Monastiraki - You’ll be meeting your guide on the emblematic square of Monastiraki.
What's Included
  • All fees and taxes included
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

Embark on an engaging walking exploration to uncover the narrations involving females in Classical Greece, from commanding deities to ordinary women who defied customary gender norms.

Trace the path of exceptional women such as Sappho, Aspasia, and Agnodice, who transgressed cultural norms becoming pioneers, thinkers, medics, and bards. Learn about how Greek mythology shaped women’s roles through the tales of Athena, Demeter, Persephone, Penelope, and the mysterious Pandora.

What comprised the daily life schedule of a spouse, a serf, or a courtesan? What was the reason for the abduction of Spartan lasses? What transpired during the enigmatic women’s celebration in Athens?

Join us and unveil the remarkable inheritance of Women in Classical Greece for yourself.

*please note that admittance into archaeological locations is not included during this topical walking tour.

  • The tour is adapted to participants over 10 years old.
  • You see archeological sites from outside (no entrance)
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues
Location
Pl. Monastirakiou 2
Platia Monastirakiou
Find us next to the entrance of the church on Monastiraki Square (not far from the road).
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Juleslovesitaly
Aug 6, 2024
Great personalized tour of Athens - I took a tour about Women in Ancient Greece and our guide Maelle was fantastic. Even though I had done a tour of the area around the Athens and Roman Agoras, this tour took me to other spots and added to my understanding of Athens. Highly recommend!
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Alexfl0
Jul 11, 2024
Amazing experience - 5-star - What can I say? Apart from that we loved the visit!! Maelle is an exciting woman and passionate about Greece who manages to pass on her passion to us. We took a private tour at 2, Maelle took the time to visit us and it lasted 2h30. We learned a lot about the role and place of women in ancient Greece. Thank you to her for this great time, I gave this to my boyfriend for his birthday who is a great enthusiast of ancient Greece and frankly he loved it! We made the visit in early July, take water and cap!!
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709genevieveb
Jun 23, 2024
Highly recommend - We loved our tour. Maelle was so knowledgeable and nice, and kept the interest of our 3 kids throughout the visit. It was so interesting what we learnt, going around the Ancient Agora and learning so many stories and history. We absolutely recommend this tour. Thank you again Maelle
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Carolbelle
Jun 18, 2024
Very insightful tour! - Private Walking Tour Women in Ancient Greece: Maelle provided fascinating insights into the role of women in the golden age of Greece - not so golden for women! Highly recommend.
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Notjustanyhotel
Jun 12, 2024
Unique Perspective on Ancient Athens--Everyday Life - Excellent tour! We strolled from site to site with a fascinating commentary about the little-known women who influenced the most famous men of ancient Athens. From festivals, to mythology, to politics and scandals... Maelle from Culture Hunters really knows her stuff and makes history very down to earth and interesting. This is a tour that anyone could enjoy... easy walking, lots of information, and even a perfect after-tour lunch recommendation! Highly recommend.
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H1211arcandiceg
Jun 5, 2024
Women in Ancient Greece Tour - This was a wonderful and educational tour. Maelle is enthusiastic and did an amazing job providing the history about the goddesses and women that helped shaped the history of Greece in the ancient times while walking through Athens City. We learned so many new things. Highly recommend.
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Joanne
May 31, 2024
Visit educational, unique and inspiring - Thanks to our guide for this educational and inspiring tour. It was really a special moment. She gave us a unique and often overlooked perspective on history. She knew how to highlight the role of women. It was fascinating. She has in-depth knowledge of the subject and is truly passionate. This guided tour is a must-do experience for anyone interested in social and cultural history. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of the history of Athens through the eyes of women.
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