Top Athens Classes & Workshops

Bring your mercurial and your talent and discover ancient Greek sculpture. Make your own souvenir with the ancient Greek tools under the guidance by our famous sculptors.

This unique mosaic experience is suitable for people who are complete beginners wanting to try a taster session of mosaic. After the time spent with us you will have created your own tangible memory of Greece. All the motifs and patterns are inspired by our Greek inheritance. There is a special collection dedicated to motifs from Athenian monuments, so after completing your mosaic you can walk and see the original in only a few minutes! Can you think of a more original and unique souvenir to take back home reminding you of the vibe of this special city?

Immerse yourself in traditional Greek culture, and enjoy a memorable night out, when you book this private, two-in-one outing. Pick between several convenient start times, and begin with a dance class. You’ll learn about Greek folk dances, will practice different steps, and, thanks to your teacher’s one-on-one instruction, will be strutting across the dance floor like a local in no time. Then, continue your evening with a hearty Greek feast, composed of a range of authentic dishes and wine to go with.

Make and take home a unique piece of Grecian pottery in this one-of-a-kind souvenir-making workshop. Learn all about ancient Greek art – sculptures, ceramics and more – and make a piece inspired by this rich artistic history with your own hands. It doesn’t matter if you’re an expert potter or it’s only your first time; if you’re inexperienced, get personalized coaching from the artists leading your small group.

If you’re looking to stay active and immerse yourself in the culture of Athens without leaving your home, look no further. This Withlocals Dance Like the Greek live virtual experience combines a dance workshop and a dance history lesson all into one, with an Athens’ local who’s passion leads him toward the arts. Enjoy a fun, interactive session, and learn some really cool traditional Greek dance moves while you’re at it.

Become an Ancient Greek Hoplite and Protect the Greek cities from the Persian Invasion! Are you a team build game lover, an escape room enthusiast or just love history? We are asking you to join us in a first Historical outdoor representation experience about the Greco-Persian wars. Together, we'll explore the hidden art of the ancient Greek phalanx (Lesson of ancient Greek fighting style) during the Persian wars (500-448bce), the strategy, the equipment and the movement of every “Greek Hoplite” (pair) that made him a unique soldier through the ages. The Spartan king Leonidas and his brave 300 soldiers, the clever and cunning Athenian politician and general Miltiades used this fighting style and managed to defend the Greek cities from the Great Persian invasion. Enjoy history while you entertain, interact with your team and use light-weight wooden historical correct replicas of an Ancient Greek Hoplite.

Dance and dine the evening away in irrepressible Greek style on this 4hour dance class and dining experience in Athens. Learn to dance like a local at a fun-filled 1.5-hour lesson, with an expert instructor showing you the steps to popular Greek folk dances, including the ‘syrtaki.’ Discover each dance’s history as you learn, and then visit a traditional downtown taverna for a delicious 3-course Greek dinner. Feast on classic local dishes, enjoy the convivial atmosphere, and then take to the floor to show off your nifty, newly learned footwork.

Exersice Yoga in a picturesque scenary. Personal Experienced and Certified Instructor. You can take a walk at Athens Riviera or a swim soon after.

Be taught how to make real Greek food and enjoy dinner with a view on this 3.5-hour cooking class in Athens. Head to a much-loved bakery in vibrant Monastiraki and learn how to make traditional Greek dishes, from tzatziki to spinach pie, with hands-on guidance from an experienced chef. Then, when the food is ready, head up to the roof to enjoy the fruits of your labor while you take in unbeatable views of the Acropolis of Athens, the UNESCO-listed jewel in Athens’ crown. This small-group tour is limited to just eight participants.

The courses are uniquely made to offer the participant an interesting and fun class. Every participant gets the chance to use the knowledge from the class and formulate his/her own product from beginning to end and take it with him.

This unique mosaic experience is suitable for people who are complete beginners wanting to try a taster session of mosaic. After the time spent with us you will have created your own tangible memory of Greece. All the motifs and patterns are inspired by our Greek inheritance. There is a special collection dedicated to motifs from Athenian monuments, so after completing your mosaic you can walk and see the original in only a few minutes! Can you think of a more original and unique souvenir to take back home reminding you of the vibe of this special city?

Learn how to make delicious and authentic Greek food during this 3-hour hands-on cooking class in Athens. Prepare a 3-course lunch from start to finish with your Athenian instructor and a small group of eager students. Sit down to the fruits of your labor with a glass of wine and leave with a small book of recipes to recreate the dishes at home.

Become a Plato’s student, with this small-group, highly interactive, alternative workshop for beginners, featuring dialogues, debates, role-plays and team games. Led by a facilitator with a background in Classical Studies, this experience will allow you to apply Plato's Philosophy in modern life, through exploration of his famous ''Allegory of the Cave''. - See the historic location which hosted the world’s 1st Academy. - Visit the Plato's Academy Digital Museum (free entrance). - Join a productive and joyful philosophical quest. - Put yourself in the shoes of an ancient Greek philosopher. - Develop your critical thought and self awareness through Socrates' maieutic (midwife) method. - Use unique replicas of ancient objects. Family friendly! Suitable for anyone over 12years old (accompanied by an adult.) Limited Availability! Please secure your place at least 5 days ahead. This activity is highly interactive therefore it requests minimum 4 people.

Learn the secrets behind your favorite Greek dishes during this hands-on cooking class in Athens. Led by an expert instructor, step inside a traditional tavern, sip on a glass of raki and try your hand at four starters and one main course, using fresh, local ingredients. Then sit down to savor the fruits of your labor with your fellow chefs. Numbers are limited to 16 to keep the experience as intimate as possible.

Discover Athens' democratic legacy on a small-group experience that delves into daily life in Classical Greece. Led by a facilitator with a background in Classical Studies, this workshop is an introduction to Athenian debating and voting—the bright and the dark side of Athenian democracy. Head to the historic site of Pnyx for an interactive, alternative activity featuring dialogues, role-plays, and team games.

Sunrise meditation sessions under the sacred hill of Acropolis is a unique experience through connecting with the energy of one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world.Meditation science-based benefits are numerous and the blue light of the sky gives a natural energy boost, sets the body's circadian clock for the day priming you for maximum efficiency and boosts metabolism. Those early hours according to quantum physics principles are the sweet spot of the day for cleansing your mind, body and spirit attuned to theta brainwaves which are meditation and introspection waves. At this sacred time you can connect to your higher self and purpose before the day gets going. You will also learn about Ancient Greek Meditation Techniques based on principles of Pythagoras, Hierocles, Heraclitus, Plotinus, the Delphic Maxims and the Seven Sages of Greek Antiquity, which consist integral part of the greek spiritual heritage. No alike experience is provided until now in Athens!

Experience a different side of Athens with this hiking and yoga tour of the Greek capital. You and your guide will hike up Mount Lycabettus to a secret spot next to a pond, with beautiful views out over the city. Here you'll stop for a yoga class before heading back down the hill.

Come take a journey through time, we will travel to the old school. In the classroom the strict (but fair) teacher will be waiting us, as we sit in the old wooden desks and relive our school years. Take out from your satchel, the slate and the pencils and the lesson starts! And if you're good we are going to play the old games: marbles, spinning tops, hoops and skipping ropes. But if you are naughty, punishment awaits!

Join a painting workshop and get a hand-painted pair of Greek sandals! This is a fun and exciting activity that will allow you to learn interesting facts about Greek Art while at the same time you will be taught how to paint on leather. Highlights ● Painting workshop under the guidance of a local expert ● Special tips and techniques about painting on leather ● Equipment for the construction (paint and paint brushes) ● Leather sandals of your size that you will take with you at the end of the workshop

Everyone has heard of the evil eye but it takes a local to explain exactly what it is! In addition, our experience will take place in a beautiful renovated old house, built in 1930's and set in an original Athenian neighbourhood, next to the city centre and metro station. We will taste greek coffee and traditional greek "koulouri" and we will talk amongst friends!

Are you travelling alone or with a friend? How do you feel when you meet someone you share a passion with? Reserve a seat, play football with us and feel that strong connection at a local game! Note: Football pitch size (5-a-side, 6 or 7-a-side) may vary depending on the demand and the availability.

Meet your host online and discuss about the Ancient Greek Gods of Music, the argument between them, the role of the mythical creatures, the traditional feasts and their connection with antiquity and mythology, the social background of the local communities. You will talk about the urban traditional music (rebetiko) and the traditional music around Greece. Greek traditional music isn't just the Zorba! Did you know that there are more than 1000 traditional dances in Greece? Did you know that there are hundreds of different steps in the Greek Traditional dances? Did you know that there is a huge difference in tunes even in places that are located close to each other?

During this course you will learn how to cook from scratch a traditional Greek dinner that we all going to devour afterwards with some glasses of good Greek wine. - Totally hands-on class - Learn to cook at least 5 traditional Greek recipes that can easily be repeated back home - Enjoy good Greek wine and nibbles while cooking - Small groups (up to 10 persons) for a totally personalized experience Leaving the cooking studio you will take with you not only memories of one of the best meals you had in Athens, but also the recipes of what you cooked so you can recreate the whole menu back home. Of course if you have a favorite Greek dish you wish to learn how to cook, please don't hesitate to ask for it when you make the booking. Vegetarians and vegans are welcome. Please let us know upon booking for any dietary restriction

Enrol in this artistic workshop and learn how to paint a straw hat with designs that are inspired by the Mediterranean nature, the Greek summer and the Cycladic sun! This is a unique experience where you will learn not only the basics but also more sophisticated painting techniques. Highlights ● Painting workshop under the guidance of a local expert ● Special tips and techniques for painting on a straw hat ● Equipment for the construction (paint and paint brushes) ● A straw hat that you will take with you at the end of the workshop