Athens: Philosophy Experiential Workshop at Aristotle's Lyceum

Follow Aristotle's footsteps, quite literally, with this thought-provoking, highly interactive philosophy workshop, that studies the master's wisdom, at the ruins of Aristotle's own school: Lyceum.

Aristotle gave the world not only ethics but the concept of a well-lived life: "eudaimonia". This workshop is a philosophy experience, an opportunity to discuss Aristotle's ideas on Virtues at the original location where he taught.

Our experience begins at Rizari Park, under shaded trees. We will discuss the historical background, through story-telling, focusing on the chain Socrates teacher of Plato teacher of Aristotle.

Afterwards, we will walk towards the nearby archaeological site of Lyceum, Aristotle’s School, to explore the key element of the Aristotelian Ethics theory, Virtues!

We will walk around the same paths as the Aristotle’s students used to do; this was the reason why they took the name "Peripatitiki philosophers" (Peripatos=walk/stroll). We will explore the Virtues theory with a multiple choice game including modern life examples.

Then, we will sit at the small amphitheater with direct view of the excavations, to discuss how the Aristotelian theory can help us achieve Eudaimonia, the ultimate human goal. During the workshop you will also have the opportunity to read quotes in ancient Greek, using our special reading cards!

Option to enhance your learning with an extra hour dedicated to Plato’s Philosophy, including an interactive debate on an ethical dilemma!