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Women of Ancient Greece: A Walking Tour
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44 Ratings
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Uncover the captivating stories of women in Ancient Greece on a small-group walking tour. Explore the lives of powerful goddesses and everyday women who challenged traditional gender roles.
Uncover the captivating stories of women in Ancient Greece on a small-group walking tour. Explore the lives of powerful goddesses and everyday women who challenged traditional gender roles.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Monastiraki - Meet your guide at the iconic Monastiraki Square.
- Hadrian’s Library - Learn about the education of girls and women in Ancient Athens.
- Holy Church Of The All-Great Taxiarchs And The Virgin Mary Gregorousa - Delve into the significance of marriage in Ancient Athens and Sparta, and explore EROS, the passionate form of love….
- Monastiraki - Meet your guide at the iconic Monastiraki Square.
- Hadrian’s Library - Learn about the education of girls and women in Ancient Athens.
- Holy Church Of The All-Great Taxiarchs And The Virgin Mary Gregorousa - Delve into the significance of marriage in Ancient Athens and Sparta, and explore EROS, the passionate form of love.
- Gate of Athena Archegetis - Uncover the realities of married life for women in ancient Athens and Sparta, along with fascinating myths associated with the goddess Athena.
- Dioskouron - Explore a mysterious ancient festival exclusively for women.
- Ancient Agora of Athens - The marketplace of Athens, Greece: the heart of public life! Learn about the role of women in public spaces, and the lives of female slaves or courtesans in the city. (No entrance to the archaeological site, but it will be viewed from outside).
- Areopagus - Visit the site where the most notorious sinners were tried in ancient times. Discover the inspiring story of a woman who risked a death sentence to advance women’s rights.
- Pnyx - Explore the birthplace of democracy, where only male citizens voted. Against all odds, learn about the woman who influenced Athenian politics during its Golden Age.
- Philopappos Hill - Discover the Hill of the Muses, providing endless inspiration to Athenians, with a stunning view of the Acropolis to conclude the tour.
What's Included
- All fees and taxes included
- All fees and taxes included
Additional Information
Embark on an enthralling walk to unravel the histories of females in Classical Greece, from influential deities to ordinary individuals who counteracted typical gender boundaries.
Trace the paths of remarkable women such as Sappho, Aspasia, and Agnodice, who shattered cultural norms to become influential figures, intellectuals, medics, and poets. Explore…
Embark on an enthralling walk to unravel the histories of females in Classical Greece, from influential deities to ordinary individuals who counteracted typical gender boundaries.
Trace the paths of remarkable women such as Sappho, Aspasia, and Agnodice, who shattered cultural norms to become influential figures, intellectuals, medics, and poets. Explore how the portrayal of women was impacted by Greek lore via narratives of Athena, Demeter, Persephone, Penelope, and the mystifying Pandora.
What depicted the day-to-day existence of a spouse, a servant or a courtesan? Why were girls in Sparta abducted? What occurred during the cryptic women’s festivity in Athens?
Come and unearth by yourself the remarkable heritage of Women in Classical Greece.
*Please note that entry into archaeological locations is not included during this thematic walking excursion.
- Participants in the tour have to be over 10 years old. If you have infants with you (0-5), you can take a free ticket for them.
- 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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Deborah_a
Jun 5, 2025
This was an absolutely... - This was an absolutely terrific tour given by Maelle. She presented a uniquely, informative picture of life for women in classical Greece. She was highly professional and delivered her stories in a clear, easily comprehensive manner. She went above and beyond with recommendations to help make our visit even more rewarding. Please don’t miss this opportunity.
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Q5349qsmollys
May 31, 2025
Amazing Tour of Athens - This is an amazing tour. Maelle was an incredible wealth of knowledge, and it was amazing to learn so much from her. We highly recommend this tour for a different look at Athens and its history!
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Explore59928199633
May 15, 2025
The missing piece of any Athens visit! - This tour was fantastic! It really was the missing piece in many of the tours we had already taken. Very little was repeated, and it really provided an interesting and informative look into the lives of women in Ancient Greece. You won't get this tour anywhere else; a must do for any visitor to Athens!
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Luke_w
May 15, 2025
The missing piece for any Athens visit! - This tour was fantastic! It really was the missing piece in many of the tours we had already taken. Very little was repeated, and it really provided an interesting and informative look into the lives of women in Ancient Greece. You won't get this tour anywhere else; a must do for any visitor to Athens!
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Eileen_s
Apr 23, 2025
A Women’s life in Ancient Greece - Spoiler alert- it was a bad deal. Of course, no surprise. However, Maelle’s wonderful presentation revealed quite a bit of the unexpected. It was also easy to imagine the loss to civilization resulting from the severe restrictions imposed on women of that time.
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Anya_k
Mar 2, 2025
Maelle is a wonderful... - Maelle is a wonderful guide. This is definitely a must-do tour for anyone interested in history. Hopefully in a decade I can return and there will be lots more to learn on the subject 😊
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Elyshiah2021
Oct 1, 2024
Eye-Opening and Insightful Tour of Women in Athens - The “Women in Athens Tour” was incredibly knowledgeable, insightful, and truly eye-opening. Our guide, Maelle, was not only well-versed in the history of Athenian women but also made every moment interesting and engaging. Maelle was very friendly, and my husband and I loved our time with her as we uncovered the often-overlooked stories of women in ancient Athens. It was a refreshing and fascinating perspective on the city’s history. We highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to expand their understanding of Athens beyond the usual sights!
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Emily_e
Sep 27, 2024
The Highlight of My Athens Trip! - This was the perfect first tour in Athens! Maelle is so kind and knowledgeable. She does a beautiful job at highlighting the lives of women along the tour and exploring the threads of how some of the same themes can still be seen today.
The tour also passes many landmarks along the way and it ends at the Hill of the Muses, which is a beautiful spot to spend time and watch the sunset. I felt like I walked away from the tour with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the history of Greece and the women who helped shape it.
I am also so grateful to Maelle for her generosity of still honoring my ticket and giving a tour with just the two of us when the other participants had to reschedule last minute. I can’t recommend Maelle or her tours enough
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Ellen28
Sep 18, 2024
Unique tour about women in Ancient Greece - Had a fantastic ~2 hours with Maele on a small group walking tour learning about the women of Ancient Greece. I found the perspective fascinating and I’m glad I got to take this tour. She told very interesting stories you wouldn’t otherwise learn about. The tour leaves from Monastiraki, ends up near Plaka. It was hot in Sept still, so listen to the instructions about having water and what not, although Maele will guide you to shade spots as you move along.
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Emily_r
Sep 7, 2024
Insightful and engaging tour - Don’t hesitate—book this now! Maelle is a delight: insightful, kind, inclusive, funny, and curious. She has curated such an interesting tour to both show the city and explain the past and present experience of women in and around Athens. I learned so much more than the average city tour. If you are interested in women's issues, social justice, history, politics, and/or humanity (and I hope it's all of the above), you should definitely make time for this tour during your trip. Thank you for a phenomenal experience, Maelle!
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