Overview
Become a Plato’s student, with this small-group, highly interactive, alternative philosophy workshop for beginners, featuring dialogues and debates. This experience will allow you to apply Plato's Philosophy in modern life, through exploration of his famous ''Allegory of the Cave''.
- See the historic location which hosted the world’s 1st Academy.
- Visit Plato's Digital Museum (free entrance).
- Join a productive and joyful philosophical quest.
- Put yourself in the shoes of an ancient Greek philosopher.
- Develop your critical thought and self-awareness through Socrates' maieutic (midwife) method.
Family Friendly! Suitable for adults and teenagers over 16 years old.
There is also a private option available, you can find it in Viator as a separate tour/activity.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Facilitator
Liability Insurance
Local VAT 24%
No Guided tour (this activity is an educational interactive workshop)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The instructor/facilitator will meet you at the entrance of Plato's Academy Digital Museum, he will hold a Hellas Revival sign. We will provide his mobile number the day before the workshop (check your emails please).
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/LSRDvYa8SNG5yLuo6
What to expect
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- 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.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about Philosophy Experience at Plato's Academy Park - basic version
Can I cancel Philosophy Experience at Plato's Academy Park - basic version for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
The instructor/facilitator will meet you at the entrance of Plato's Academy Digital Museum, he will hold a Hellas Revival sign.
What's included?
- Facilitator
- Liability Insurance
- Local VAT 24%
What's not included?
- No Guided tour (this activity is an educational interactive workshop)
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Hellas Revival
