Democracy Experiential Workshop Activity on Pnyx hill, Athens
Description
Head to the historic site of Pnyx for an interactive session, featuring dialogues and role-play. Become a citizen of classical Athens, voting and speaking on a city matter, through a journey 2500 years back in time. Experience the ancient democracy at the inspired location which hosted the Athenian Public Assemblies, with direct view of the Acropolis, next to the carved steps of the speaker's platform. Led by a facilitator with a background in Classical Studies, this workshop is an introduction to Athenian democracy, suitable for anyone over the age of 10. -Learn about Athens at a landmark of democratic history -Interactive workshop explores the real story of democracy -Put yourself in the shoes of a voting Athenian -See the historic location that hosted Athenian Public Assemblies -Use unique replicas of ancient Greek objects.
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- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This workshop is an outdoor experience therefore it requires good weather. In 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.
- Language is plain English. There will be no difficult words or terminology.
- There are no toilets or canteens on the hill - you may find one close to the meeting point.
- 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.
- Suitable for adults and teenagers over 10 years old. Underaged participants CANNOT book alone, at least one adult should book too, who is also responsible to supervise them.
- 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.
- Facilitators/ Instructors are First Aid trained & certified, however, by law, they are not allowed to provide any medication, so please have your medication with you (especially for allergies, since you will be outdoors).
- There will be a 300m uphill walk in order for us to arrive at the Pnyx speaker’s platform, which could be physically demanding. Please ensure that you wear comfortable shoes and clothes and that are suitably fit to allow full participation.
Reviews(23)
My family very much enjoyed the "Democracy" experience. Really set the stage for our exploration of Athens & environs. The role playing and activities were exceptionally good. Brought the ruins to life; then and now. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! Your family’s engagement and thoughtful participation truly brought the Democracy experience to life — that’s what makes it so special. We’re thrilled it helped frame your time in Athens and made the Pnyx feel vivid and meaningful. We’d love to welcome you back!
Very good organization, carefully designed program for high school students, the teachers well trained with understanding of the needs of children, with courtesy and patience.
Σας ευχαριστούμε πολύ για τα καλά σας λόγια! Χαιρόμαστε που το εργαστήριο Δημοκρατίας στην Πνύκα λειτούργησε τόσο θετικά για τους μαθητές και που η ομάδα μας ανταποκρίθηκε στις ανάγκες τους με οργάνωση και υπομονή. Θα χαρούμε να σας ξαναδούμε!
Great fun being Athenians on Pnyx Hill! Eleneora was really lovely and engaged our Ancient Greeks enthusiastic child really well! We were lucky to be the only ones in the workshop and we all thoroughly enjoyed it! Highly recommend and really want to come back to do the philosophy workshop one day!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed stepping into the shoes of ancient Athenians on the Pnyx Hill. It’s fantastic that your young historian got so engaged — that’s exactly the spirit we love to see! Eleneora will be thrilled to hear your kind words. We’d be absolutely delighted to welcome you back for our Philosophy Workshop next time — it’s another inspiring journey into the heart of ancient Greek thought.
I was very pleased to have organized and participated in an engaging and highly experiential workshop on ancient Athenian democracy and its lesson for today. Facilitated by the enthusiastic Renia and Alexi, I watched as the group of university students that I had brought from Toronto, Canada, who did not have a background in philosophy, classics nor political science, become willing to actively listen and participate in the workshop was illuminating. I appreciated the clarity of the instructional materials and case study scenarios and the opportunity to perform historically signifiant roles, thereby giving students insights into Athenian social organization and political and civic life. The various activities, including one in which involved testing students and staging a competition on their knowledge acquisition of the various monuments and relics at Pynx Hill was enthralling. Hellas Revival was a pleasure to work with administratively as well. Highly recommended.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed and positive feedback! It was our great pleasure to host your group. Engaging the students in role-play activities is our way of sharing our passion for ancient Greek culture, and your active participation means the world to us! Renia and Alexis send their warmest regards to all, and we hope to see you again soon!
A wonderful experience with the family to immerse ourselves in the history and the site. My daughter and my mom both loved it.
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We attended the workshop about democracy on Pnyx Hill with a group of young guys and girls(16-22yo), we were really happy and we recommend the experience!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are looking forward to see you again!
We did the Democracy program in Pnyka and had a fantastic time!!!! The organization was perfect and the people wonderful!!! We played and learned through games information that we had never heard before and we all had so much fun, adults and children!!! The most interesting and fun thing you can do in Athens!!! Thank you very much!!!
Εμείς ευχαριστούμε για τα καλά σας λόγια!! Περάσαμε πολύ όμορφα μαζί σας, ελπίζουμε να σας ξαναδούμε σύντομα!
Amazing experience, we all loved it! It is a fun and educational activity and I highly recommend it for families with teenagers as ours. My son proved himself a great orator, while my daughter surprised us with her solid arguments. It was definitely the best couple of hours that we spent together as a family in Athens.
Thank you so much for your kind words, it was our pleasure having you with us!
Unique and authentic experience, we got substantial information on how politics evolved until the birth of democracy 2500 years ago, and then we acted as citizens, spoke and took decisions and voted on ostrakons! Olga was an amazing instructor she makes it look as if we knew many things already. The place is also wonderful, it is the real location where the ancient people gathered to vote, right opposite the Acropolis with great view.
Dear Fabian, Thank you so much for your kind words! You did know things and this is why each workshop is unique, thanks again!
Cannot recommend it enough! Beautiful location with Acropolis view, very close to Acropolis. The tour was amazing! Best thing my family did in Athens (3 teen girls) ! Learned a lot about the history, but most important in a fun way, we spoke, we voted, we took roles. My teens did not allow me to show the action pictures, but well I hope I gave an idea. The price is for 5 persons.
Dear Jasmin, Thank you for your kind words, it was a great pleasure having your lovely family with us! The girls were amazing!
