Virtual Athens

Discover Virtual Athens

Step into a living recreation of 5th century BCE Athens. Walk through the Agora, marvel at the Parthenon, and uncover ancient history with immersive 3D environments.

Explore 360° Reconstructed Sites

Parthenon & Acropolis

Recreate the golden age of classical Greece with interactive architectural details.

View Reconstruction

Theater of Dionysus

Experience Greek drama in the world's oldest surviving theater.

Experience Drama

Ancient Agora

Join the marketplace of ideas and commerce in the heart of classical Athens.

Walk the Agora

Interactive Features

3D Reconstruction

Explore buildings with scale-accurate 3D models powered by archaeological research.

Historical Context

Access museum-quality information with interactive timelines and historical context.

AR Features

Overlay ancient sites on modern Google Maps using augmented reality technology.

Transforming History Education

Virtual Athens redefines how we experience ancient history, making it more accessible and engaging for students, researchers, and history enthusiasts.

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Athena K.

History Professor at UoA

"Virtual Athens has revolutionized my courses. Students are more engaged when they can walk through the ancient city themselves."

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Leonidas G.

Archaeologist

"This platform is an incredible tool for preserving and visualizing historical sites that are deteriorating or inaccessible."

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Eleni M.

Student, 22

"I feel like I'm time-traveling! Finally able to see the Parthenon as it was in 447 BCE. This made history come alive for me."

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Educational Institutions

About Virtual Athens

Virtual Athens is a cutting-edge archaeological research project and educational platform developed by the Greek Ministry of Culture in partnership with the University of Athens.

Using 3D modeling, augmented reality, and rigorous historical research, we bring ancient Athens to life with unprecedented accuracy. Our platform includes:

  • Over 400 historically accurate buildings
  • Interactive timelines showing changes from 700 BCE to 200 BCE
  • 360° virtual tours with historical context

Ready to Explore?

Join thousands of students, researchers and history enthusiasts who are discovering ancient Athens in a revolutionary new way.

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