This summer, many families are planning their holidays, looking for destinations that offer both cultural interest and entertainment for their little ones. Although vacations are meant for relaxation, planning is always more difficult than we expect. Athens combines fun and cultural interest for the whole family without having to travel too far from home.
For those of you looking for interesting and fun activities for your children, young and old, we have created a guide to explore Athens and the surrounding area.
We've discovered the best experiences for families by taking into account 4 important factors.
1. Spiritual awakening
Keeping children interested is difficult for most parents during the holiday season. The good news is that children often seek out activities that fascinate them, so we've curated a series of tours and experiences tailored to children's interests. From interactive narratives of historic sites to engaging workshops that spark creativity, these activities ensure quality time where children discover new experiences they will remember for a lifetime.
2. Activities suitable for different ages of children
When there are children of different ages in a family, parents are often split in different directions to accommodate the different interests and abilities of each child. Ensuring that both young children and teenagers feel excited and engaged is a delicate balance. Our diverse range of experiences are suitable for different age groups within the same event or separate events in the same area, allowing families to create a personalised itinerary and stay together. Whether it's exploring ancient wonders, taking part in adrenaline-pumping adventures, or both, Athens has something to capture the imagination of every family member.
3. Cultural interest
Workshops and experiences carefully selected by us are a fun way to immerse yourself in Greek culture. For example, by learning traditional dances and sampling Greek cuisine, participating in craft workshops while discovering mythology, you and your children will return home with a deeper connection to Greece's cultural heritage.
4. Safety and convenience
Safety and ease of access are paramount when traveling with children. Navigating the city with children requires caution but an opportunity to teach children to recognize hazards. Book here for guided tours and activities from trusted local guides who can help you navigate the city. Knowing that the transportation is well taken care of you can relax and enjoy a tour of their city with your children and create happy memories together.
Book experiences and day trips in advance with free last-minute cancellation and enjoy the locations, guided by professionals who can make the trip fun for the whole family. All you need is to bring a hat and sunscreen!
Tours of the Acropolis and Parthenon, as well as the Acropolis Museum, are recommended to start in the morning by 11:30-12:00 pm.
Short tours are also available to accommodate the needs of young children or infants in the family. These tours are designed to capture the imagination of young children while providing interesting anecdotes and stories that bring ancient Greece to life.
Below are our suggestions to help you choose the right one for your family.
Private tour of the Acropolis for families
A private tour of the Acropolis, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Asklepieion, by a professional tour guide specializing in children and guided tours for families. Stories and myths will immerse your whole family in the history of ancient Greece. The prices below do not include Acropolis entrance tickets.
Price. Euro 258 for a family of 4
Duration: up to 2 hours
Language: Greek and English
An excursion on the mythology of Athens adapted for families
Discover Greek Mythology with a short tour of the Acropolis, created for the whole family. Includes fun and educational materials for children and games for them to explore the ancient Pnyx. The prices below do not include entrance fees.
Price: Euro 66 per person
Duration: up to 3 hours
Languages: Greek & English
While Athens itself offers a wealth of attractions, there are plenty of opportunities to explore the wonders beyond the city limits on kid-friendly day trips. Families can embark on day trips to destinations such as Akrotiri of Sounion, Delphi and Ancient Corinth, where you'll enjoy breathtaking scenery, archaeological sites and endless views.
These tours offer you a break from the bustling city and a chance to immerse yourself in Greece's rich history and natural beauty. Plus, there's always time for a dip in the sea!
Check out some day trips with a guide.
Athens Blue Hop-on-Hop-off bus and sunset tour at Cape Sounion
Experience the beauty of the Athenian Riviera with a trip along the coastal road, seaside neighborhoods and sunsets next to the Temple of Poseidon with a two-day ticket on the Athens Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus. The kids will love watching the world from above while you enjoy the delightful ride to Sounion.
Price: Euro 35 per person
Duration: up to 5 hours
Language: The languages available on the tour are Greek, English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Turkish, Finnish, Finnish, Hebrew, Chinese, Dutch, Arabic, , Russian, Hebrew.
Workshops and activities.
Book an unusual tour suitable for families with young children and teenagers during the summer months.
Family-friendly food tours with over 15 iconic Greek dishes
Discover the cuisine and culture of Greece through a tour specially designed to keep children and teens interested with unique flavors and stories about food.
Price: Euro 69 per person
Duration: up to 3.5 hours
Language: Greek and English
Discover the Street Art side of Athens
For teens and all art lovers, this is an introduction to the city's most famous murals and the artworks of the city's most famous artists. This tour is aimed at those who want to get off the beaten track and learn more about the socio-economic and political culture of Athenians in recent years, as captured by Street Artists. Along the way, you will learn to decode hidden messages in drawings and images and you will find beautiful alleys and neighborhoods that are mainly enjoyed by locals.
Price: 40 euros per person
Duration: up to 2 hours
Language: Greek & English
Athens Instagram Tour with the most interesting landscapes for photos
Teenagers and older children have the opportunity to go through the most remarkable places in the center of Athens to share them on Instagram, with the guidance of a local Athenian. They can take photos and capture a glimpse of ancient and modern Athens through stories and different sides of the antiquities. The local guide will take you to 6-8 photo spots, offer you local snacks and provide 3G access to upload the photos to Instagram.
Price: 40 euros per person
Duration: up to 2.5 hours
Language: Greek & English
Adventure and adrenaline activities
Entertaining teenagers is often a challenge for parents, but Athens has a lot to offer for families looking for excitement. Adrenaline-pumping water sports like kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling, kitesurfing and windsurfing offer teens new experiences on Athens’ stunning coastline. Additionally, families can opt for bike tours, segway rides or even go-karting and create new memories to talk about all fall and winter.
Athens Sailing Trip to Agistri, Aegina with Swimming Stop at Moni
What better way to disconnect from technology and the outside world than on a full-day sailing trip on a wooden sailboat. Enjoy refreshments and sweets as you sail towards the turquoise beaches of Agistri and Aegina, with a swimming stop at Moni or Metopi. Snorkeling, diving, and viewing the islands’ wildlife are some of the highlights of this trip, along with the delicious Greek cuisine offered during the trip. The boat trip is an unforgettable experience for families with older children.
Price: Euro 144 per person
Duration: up to 10 hours
Languages: Greek & English
Athens Riviera Trikke Bike Tour & Swimming in Lake Vouliagmeni
Discover the beautiful Athenian Riviera with the whole family on safe electric vehicles on pedestrian paths. This kid-friendly activity, offered for ages 7+, combines a dip in the healing crystal waters of the underground springs in Lake Vouliagmeni, as well as a visit to the sandy beaches between the rocky shore. The cost includes photos and videos with a go-pro, which are sent to you electronically after your excursion.
Price: Euro 98 per person
Duration: up to 2.5 hours
Languages: Greek & English
Athens offers a great opportunity for families to bond, learn and create unforgettable memories. It is a treasure trove of historical wonders and exciting experiences that meet the needs of families with children and teenagers. Use our guide to find activities that ensure entertainment, education and cultural immersion for every member of your family.
Embrace the challenges and let us be your trusted partner in creating lifelong memories this summer.
