Scavenger hunt in Greece

Agora philosopher pose

In or beside the Ancient Agora: take a team photo where the team poses as Socratic philosophers in mid-debate, robes (jackets) flowing.

Athens finale

Final challenge. Find a beautiful Athenian spot (a hilltop, an ancient ruin, a sunset terrace) and take an amazing group photo.

Athens kick-off

The hunt begins! Find a typical Athenian backdrop (a whitewashed Plaka alley, an Evzone guard, a souvlaki stand) and take a group photo with everyone striking a heroic Greek pose.

Checkpoint: Acropolis

Navigate to the entrance of the Acropolis (or the rock from below). Check in.

Checkpoint: Ancient Agora

Navigate to the ancient Agora and check in.

Checkpoint: Plaka

Navigate to the Plaka district at the foot of the Acropolis and check in.

Evzones changing of the guard

Find the Evzones (presidential guards) at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Syntagma Square. Take a respectful team photo at a distance during the slow ceremonial march.

Greek alphabet hunt

Find a sign or shop name written in the Greek alphabet. Photograph it and write down what you think it spells in Latin letters.

Local Athenian tip

Convince an Athenian to share a tip about the city. Take a photo with your impromptu guide.

Lycabettus or Filopappou view

Climb Lycabettus Hill or Filopappou Hill for the city view. Take a group photo with the Acropolis and Athens spread out behind you.

Mediterranean cheers Athens

Find a rooftop bar (Athens has many with Acropolis views), raise an ouzo (or anything) and take a group toast photo. Yamas!

Parthenon awe pose

In front of (or below) the Parthenon: take a group photo where everyone gazes up at the columns in mock awe, hands shading eyes from the sun.

Plaka taverna pose

In Plaka: find a taverna with bougainvillea or vine-covered walls. Take a team photo at a table with a Greek salad or platter in shot.

Souvlaki moment

Find a souvlaki or gyros stand. Order for the team and take a group photo of everyone eating it on the street.

Trivia: Athena patron

Athens is named after a Greek goddess. Which one (and what is she goddess of, in one word)?

Trivia: Marathon distance

The marathon race is named after the Battle of Marathon, which is near Athens. Roughly how long is a marathon in kilometers (42.195 km, 42 accepted)?

Trivia: Olympics origin

The ancient Olympic Games started in Greece. In what year were they first held (around 776 BC)?

Trivia: Parthenon year

Construction of the Parthenon began in which century BC (the 5th century BC, accept 447 BC and ranges)?