Pausanias was an educated Roman citizen, who was born in Asia Minor at around 110 CE, when the Roman Empire was at its height. He was able to visit many parts of Greece because it was relatively safe and easy to travel around, thanks to the state of peace (known as Pax Romana) maintained throughout the Roman Empire during this period. He came up with the idea of writing a Description of Greece, a chapter of which focuses on the region of Attica. With Pausanias as our guide, we will begin our tour of ancient Athens, specifically we will discover the major ancient public buildings of Athens. Throughout this tour, you’ll be able to get a unique sight and storytelling through one of the most famous archaeological sites of the world. Explore the ancient Athenian living and lifestyle through the famous ruins in the Kerameikos district and ancient Agora.
Delve into the past and discover your destination with a fresh set of eyes through this self-guided storytelling tour. Navigate from place to place using our map, get interesting tips and listen to our engaging narration while experiencing living heritage like few others ever will. No guide or app download is required, just bring your phone and an open mind!
Places visited
Entry to places with tickets is optional. You can resume your journey outside.
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