The alternative summer camp of "Hellenic Cosmos" returns for yet another summer, offering creative activities, entertainment and lots and lots of fun. This summer, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Tholos, the virtual reality theatre of The "Hellenic Cosmos" Cultural Centre, and invite you to join us for unforgettable moments! “Summer in the City” transforms into a great and unique celebration of imagination, knowledge and creativity.
Tholos - Timetable
Tholos - Timetable
18/05/2026 - 24/05/2026
| MONDAY (18/05/2026) | |
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CLOSED |
| TUESDAY (19/05/2026) | |
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| 09:00 | Organized visits can take place after a prior arrangement |
| WEDNESDAY (20/05/2026) | |
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| 09:00 | Organized visits can take place after a prior arrangement |
| THURSDAY (21/05/2026) | |
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| 09:00 | Organized visits can take place after a prior arrangement |
| FRIDAY (22/05/2026) | |
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| 09:00 | Organized visits can take place after a prior arrangement |
Group visits on mornings between Tuesday and Friday
only by prior arrangement.
The screening times for the "Dome" and ticket prices may change without notice.
For the interactive tours, which are available in Greek and English,
attending in the English language requires a telephone reservation
at 212 254 0000.
Tholos
In the Footsteps of Einstein - The Magic of Gravity
The story of the film follows the thrilling journey of a young magician and a robot through time and space. A story that captivates the audience from the very first moment, while simultaneously conveying, in a charmingly narrative way, knowledge about complex scientific concepts such as gravitational waves and time.
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The Alien and the Cave Children - Journey to the Light!
An educational journey through time and space that will entertain children as they discover the properties of light and energy. A movie for the whole family, which thanks to the technology of the "Dome" offers an exciting experience for both young and old!
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Interactive Tour of the Sanctuary of Delphi
Travel to the renowned oracle of ancient Greece, the Panhellenic sanctuary of Delphi, the navel of the Earth. The history of Delphi is lost in prehistory and the myths of ancient Greeks. Using new technologies, viewers will have the opportunity to virtually tour the Sacred Site of Delphi, to learn about and admire up close its most important monuments and buildings, such as the Sphinx of the Naxians, the dedications of the Athenians, Spartans, and Arcadians, as well as the treasury of the Athenians and the Siphnians.
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Hagia Sophia: 1500 Years of History
The new Virtual Reality production of the Foundation of the Hellenic World. A monument-symbol of the world's cultural heritage. An ultra-modern Virtual Reality Dome. Thorough scientific research over the years by the staff and scientific collaborators of the Foundation of the Hellenic World. These elements compose the "stage" of the new interactive Virtual Reality production "Hagia Sophia: 1,500 Years of History," which is a complete digital representation of the Hagia Sophia in Constantinople and was specially created for the Virtual Reality theater "Tholos."
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Interactive Tour at the Monastery of Hosios Loukas
The Institute for Pastoral Education of the Holy Archdiocese of Athens, realizing the vision of His Eminence the Archbishop of Athens and All Greece, Mr. Ieronymos II, within the framework of the project "Development of Three-Dimensional Productions for the Holy Monastery of Hosios Loukas in Boeotia" under the action "Digitization of Sacred Relics of Parish Churches," with the contracting authority being The Institute for Pastoral Education of the Holy Archdiocese of Athens and the project contractor being Foundation of the Hellenic World, presents a virtual reality production for the Holy Monastery of Hosios Loukas in Boeotia.
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Interactive Tour of the Acropolis of Athens (circa 5th century B.C.)
Travel to Athens of the 5th century BC, where you will see all the buildings that were on the "Sacred Rock" reconstructed before your eyes in every detail and to their actual scale and dimensions. Using new technologies, the viewer has the opportunity to admire the most complex buildings of the Acropolis from an architectural perspective, such as the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Propylaea, as well as the statues that adorned them in 3D and in their natural colors, as they were when they were created.
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Interactive Tour at the Ancient Agora of Athens
The "Tour of the Ancient Agora" shown in the "Tholos" is entirely produced by the Foundation and is part of its broader focus on Greek history and culture. Viewers are guided through the area of the Ancient Agora, and with the guidance of a specialized museum educator, they have the opportunity to choose their own path. The representation of the Agora at three different moments in its history allows visitors to understand its evolution over time and the changes in the functions of the space from one era to another, as reflected in its architectural and urban planning differences.
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A Walk Through Ancient Olympia
A complete virtual tour of the sacred site of ancient Olympia in the 2nd century BC. Monuments and sacred buildings come to life, giving visitors the opportunity to become "participants" in the events and rituals of the Olympic Games and to learn about the history of the city.
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A Walk Through Ancient Miletus
The city of Miletus on the western coast of Asia Minor, one of the most important cities of Ionia, is revived in the Virtual Reality production "A Walk Through Ancient Miletus". The advanced specifications that characterize the environment of the "Tholos" offer unique experiences of immersion and exploration. Thus, visitors have the opportunity to visit the city as it was 2,000 years ago, to discover its most important public buildings, to admire -in panoramic view- its perfect urban design, the work of Hippodamus, and even to "dive" into its harbor.
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Dinosaurs at Dusk: The Origins of Flight
Dinosaurs come to life again through the technology of the "Tholos" and offer a unique experience for both young and old. Travel millions of years back, to the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods, and discover the fearsome ancestors of today's birds: the flying dinosaurs!
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Titans of the Ice Age
The "Tholos" film "Titans of the Ice Age" brings to life a harsh and beautiful era, when saber-toothed felines, giant sloths, and hairy mammoths inhabited the Earth, while our ancient ancestors were developing art, language, and hunting skills, trying to understand and survive in the harsh world around them.
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Darwin: the Mystery of Nature
The 3D film titled "Darwin: The Mystery of Nature" is presented in the Tholos, the Virtual Reality theater of the Hellenic Cosmos, since November 2011. The film promises an adventurous journey of discovering the evolution of life on our planet through Darwin's eyes. The impressive graphics on the 360° screen of the Tholos, the music by the Budapest Symphony Orchestra, and the narration by actor Giannis Bezou, guarantee that the film "Darwin: The Mystery of Nature" will "enchant" both young and old.
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Interactive Tour of Ancient Priene
The ancient city of Priene in Asia Minor, the most extensively excavated Hellenistic city of Asia Minor and an excellent example of Hellenistic architecture, comes to life in the IME production "Tour of Ancient Priene". With the creation of a structured environment that is clear and balanced, the city expressed the mature philosophical and political thought of the classical era. Public buildings, private residences, and temples are the stops on this tour of the Anatolian city.
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Educational Programs
Family educational programs for children aged 3-5 years, along with their parents. Experiential activities with themes inspired by mythology, the Greek diet, space, and prehistory.
The "Hellenic Cosmos" Cultural Centre offers Educational Programs for children aged 5 to 8, which are designed and implemented by the Museum Education – Educational Department and take place in all fully equipped indoor and outdoor areas of the "Hellenic Cosmos".
The choir of the Foundation of the Hellenic World invites children and teenagers aged 8 to 18, who love music, to become part of a vibrant community of sound, expression, and joy under the guidance of music educator Matthia Spitadaki.
The “Hellenic Cosmos” welcomes the new school year with new educational programs and activities that cater to all age groups. The programs are designed and implemented by the Museum Educators Department. Children are encouraged to collaborate, observe, investigate, and create.
Friends Association
Become a Volunteer at the «Hellenic Cosmos» Cultural Centre!
The Friends Association of the Foundation of the Hellenic World offers the opportunity for volunteer work to those who wish to gain knowledge about the activities of Charitable Foundations and Non-Profit Organizations.
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Interview of Dimitris Efraimoglou on Success Code
Dimitris Efraimoglou (CEO of the Foundation of the Hellenic World) speaks to Eleftheria Georgakaina about the vision behind the "Hellenic Cosmos" and how an innovative initiative managed to change the way we experience history. A vision that began with the aim of promoting Greek history and culture and evolved into a space where knowledge becomes an experience.
Before Freedom Came | An experiential journey through the Greek Revolution
The Foundation of the Hellenic World (FHW) and the charitable organization of the Holy Archdiocese of Athens “Apostoli”, through the Children's Multipurpose Center “Lela Karagianni”, invite both young and old on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 11:00 to a special open educational activity in the imposing space of the oldest residence in Athens, at the Benizelos Mansion (96 Adrianou Street, Plaka).
Our own person, Thrasivoulos Giatsios, has passed away.
With great sadness we bid farewell to Thrasivoulos Giatsios, a person with deep love for culture and theatre, with vision, sensitivity and dedication to his work. He left his personal imprint on the Foundation of the Hellenic World and on those who had the fortune to collaborate with him. His absence leaves a great void. His memory, however, as well as his work and ethos, will continue to accompany us.
Signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation between the Foundation of the Hellenic World and the International Creative Academy of Egypt
A Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between the Foundation of the Hellenic World and the International Creative Academy (ICA) of Egypt, with the aim of collaboration in the fields of creative industries, cultural innovation, and education.
Official Premiere of the Performance “Our Great Circus” by Iakovos Kambanellis
On Monday, January 19, the official premiere of the historically significant work “Our Great Circus” by Iakovos Kambanellis took place, with music by Stavros Xarchakos and directed by Petros Zoulias. The play follows, in a dramatic yet humorous way, the course of Greek history, accompanied by deep emotion and numerous historical references.
Signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation between the Foundation of the Hellenic World and EKKOMED - Creative Greece for the development of joint actions in the field of digital games and creative technology
The Foundation of the Hellenic World and the Hellenic Center for Cinema, Audiovisual Media and Creation - Creative Greece signed a Memorandum of Cooperation defining the framework of their joint actions in the field of digital games, creative technology, and immersive emerging technologies. The Memorandum was signed by Ms. Sofia Kounenaki Efraimoglou, Executive Vice President of the Board of Directors of the FHW, and Mr. Leonidas Christopoulos, CEO of HCCAMC – Creative Greece.