Escape Tour Athens
Discover the city's secret exit!
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The Story of Athens
Starting location: Zappeion Garden
We\'re taking a dive back in time to the year 117 AD. With the Escape Tour Athens, you\'ll get an insight into the life of Emperor Hadrian. This emperor was known as the man with the beard and was, at the time, the hipster among the emperors. That beard was his trademark, but it didn\'t always bring him much good...
Hadrian was very attached to his beard and was therefore trimmed every day by the barber, Abdias. Because Hadrian spent so much time with his barber, their bond of trust grew. Abdias even gained influence over various major issues, such as tax increases, strategies, and exterminations within the Senate. The residents caught wind of this and organised a manhunt for the barber. During the search, he suddenly vanished and was never seen in Athens again.
Escape the city
The Emperor had helped his barber by taking him to the secret exit. With the Escape Tour, you will go in search of this secret exit. You have two hours to complete all the tasks, decipher the clues, and answer all the questions. Can you set a fast time? If so, you'll have a chance at the Athens Escape Tour Wall of Fame! The city game starts at the Zappeion—good luck!
Highlights of Athens
Want to explore more of Athens? Combine your tour with these attractions, which are perfect to visit before or after your tour.
Frequently Asked Questions
The story of Athens begins with Abdias. Emperor Hadrian’s barber is chased by the townspeople. As you make your way through the route, you’ll discover, step by step, which path leads to the exit.
You play on your own, but the mission feels anything but casual. In Athens, every code, question, and clue revolves around Abdias's escape.
Yes, the Escape Tour a great choice for a city trip, a day trip, or a group activity. You’ll explore Athens together and discover the city through puzzles, clues, and the story of Abdias.
You don't just discover Athens with your eyes—you also discover it by solving puzzles. The story surrounding Abdias turns the city into a playground full of little secrets.
Eventually, you'll search for the secret exit from Athens. But it's not that easy to find. You'll have to follow Abdias's story, solve riddles, and make the right connections along the way.