Athens with Kids: Myths & Family Games in the National Garden

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Looking for one of the best things to do in Athens with kids?

Step into the magical National Garden and travel back to ancient times with your family!

This playful and educational outdoor workshop is designed especially for families with children aged 6–12. Together, you’ll explore ancient toys, and play authentic Greek games in a beautiful, shaded setting right in the heart of the city.

Highlights:

• Discover and play five ancient Greek games with real replicas

• ️ Learn about myths OR childhood in ancient Athens and Sparta

• A perfect outdoor activity for families visiting Athens with kids

Plain English, suitable also for families speaking English as a foreign language.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

In the case the National Garden is closed for any reason, the activity will take place at the green open area of Zappeion (right next to the National Garden). Meeting point remains the same.

This is an outdoor experience therefore it requires good weather. In case it is canceled due to poor weather, you will be notified at least 3 hours ahead, and will be offered the option to choose between a different date, or a full refund.

Attending this activity in public space means you consent to photo/video shooting which may occur within the course of this service, including the future publication of this material by us or the other participants. You may withdraw your consent at any time (before or after the workshop) by contacting us in writing. We shall not be held accountable for pictures and videos of you, taken by others during our services and for the use of such photo and video materials by those third parties.

Facilitators/ Instructors are First Aid trained & certified, however, by law, they are not allowed to provide any medication, so please have your medication with you (especially for allergies, since you will be outdoors).

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

National Garden

Wondering what to do in Athens for kids that’s both fun and meaningful? This 90-min experience is among the most engaging family activities in the city. Your adventure takes place at the National Garden, together with an enthusiastic facilitator. You’ll head into the shaded greenery of this peaceful former royal retreat. Once settled on a mat, your family will explore replicas of ancient toys. Through interactive storytelling and images, you’ll discover how kids played 3,000 years ago. Then it’s game time! Guided by authentic sources, you’ll play five ancient Greek games using handmade replicas. Laugh, compete, and learn about classical life through play. Choose one themed learning path: • Mythical Path: Hear five myths about Hercules. • History Path: Learn about childhood in Athens and Sparta. End the experience with a souvenir gift and a Garden map to continue exploring on your own. Perfect for families seeking hands-on, cultural fun.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Expert Facilitator

Usage of unique replicas of ancient toys, Commemorative gift , Map of the Garden (one per family)

Liability Insurance

Local VAT 24%

This experience is a family activity based on ancient greek games, it is NOT a guided tour.

Options

History Path

Life of Kids in Ancient Greece: Besides playing, to enrich the experience, learn about childhood and education in ancient Greek cities of Athens and Sparta.

Mythical Path

Hear five myths about Hercules: Besides playing, to enrich the experience, your will hear five kid-friendly myths about Hercules—perfect for curious minds

Reviews

5.00

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Highly recommended
AngieS1969,,Mar 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing job! Our daughter had a wonderful time and we loved that we learned so much for Ancient Greece! Highly recommended!
Highly recommended
theodorap465,,May 18, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I participated to this activity with my partner, while we travelled Greece. As I come from Greece, I wanted to do something different with him and engage him with ancient Greek culture. He really enjoyed it and learned a lot, Valia, our guide was really friendly and we learnt a lot from her. Although I have been to Athens before that was a unique experience to get out of my comfort zone and try something new.
Highly recommended for families!!!!!
H5279HEchristinal,,May 16, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I visited Athens with my family in November. We attended the workshop with my little boys aged 5 and 8. They loved our guide Valia who answered all of our questions and made us feel so welcome!!! The workshop was amazing and we learned many things about childhood, education and Ancient Greek games. It was very interesting and entertaining both for adults and my little ones. We felt that we actively participated and our kids still play they games we learned. It is totally worthy to attend this workshop and have fun with your kids!!!!
Great activity
E2154HDchristinap,,May 14, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I really enjoyed this day of adventure led by Valia. I visited it with my boyfriend as we wanted to do something relaxing but at the same time cultural; learn about ancient Greece. I would have never thought that learning would be such fun! I recommend it to everyone.
Amazing experience
EvaVoyage19,,May 8, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I visited Athens for a few days and i decided to join this experience with my nephews! It was a great opportunity for me to have some time with family! I was impressed by Valia! She was joyful and patient when everyone asked questions and she was more than willing to help us understand the philosophy of ancien Greeks just by playing and having fun! If i ever come back i will definitely retry this cause my nephews and I enjoyed it a lot!
Loved it!!!
Johnfigler,,May 6, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
One of the best experiences of my life. The place was beautiful and our guide Valia really made us travel back in ancient Greece through her stories about how the children were having fun back then. Our kids really enjoyed the whole experience and if we had the chance we would do it again!
The best experience ever!
Jasminebass1994,,May 5, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
In January I had the best experience ever! I went at the National Garden with my family. There my children learned a lot about Ancient Greece and we played together Ancient Greek games! They were excited and they learned history while playing. Our facilitator was adorable and my children loved her. If I had the opportunity to do it again, I would definitely do it!
The best family activity in Athens!
DionysisDel,,May 5, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I visited Athens for some days, during my trip in Greece last year. Among several activities that I tried with the members of my family, I surely suggest this one as the best piece of Ancient Greece taste. The adorable facilitator Valia provide us with 90 minutes of games, which was really appreciated by my kids, encouraging us to try to play like Ancient Greeks. Some of them were a bit difficult, since we ask her to show us different levels of difficulty, but all of them are appropriate for kids and adults as well! In general, they were very interesting activities, while some of them were close to the games we play in modern times! Moreover, I was more than happy, since I was the winner in the end and I received a beautiful prize from Valia. Last, I want to review the price which was very low for a family in comparison with other activities we experienced. All in all, I strongly recommend that everyone should try this activity. Thank you Valia!!!!