Step into the sandals of the young athletes from the classical past and join the Great Greek Gymnasium.
Step into the sandals of the young athletes from the classical past and join the Great Greek Gymnasium. It's a fun-filled family event exploring the world of ancient sports.
Discover how the ancient Greek gymnasium was more than just a training ground - it was also a place of learning, a little similar to a school today, Try you hand ancient sports and get creative with sporty crafts. Get the whole family involved and play, learn and explore together.
This event is free and drop-in only, no need to book. Find out more about Summer at the Museums.
Summer Temperatures
Our glass-roofed gallery can get very warm in the summer months. We recommend bringing water if the weather is forecast to be warm and sunny.
Accessibility
The Cast Gallery is on the first floor.
We provide step-free access via our lift. To use the lift please ask at the reception on the ground floor of the Faculty of Classics.
This event involves moving and standing, but we have chairs available which can be moved around the gallery.
Find out more about Museum Access.
Please contact us on 01223 330402 or email museum@classics.cam.ac.uk if you have any questions or concerns about accessibility.

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Visitor information
Address
University Of Cambridge, Faculty Of Classics, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 9DA
01223 330402
Opening times
Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday (univesity term time only): 2-5pm
Closed: Sunday, Monday
Exclusions and safety measures
Please be understanding of others. If you are feeling unwell, please stay home.
We welcome group bookings.