2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Explore the enchanting world of fragrance in this engaging 2-3hour workshop designed for perfume enthusiasts and curious minds alike. Begin with a brief history of perfume and discover the tools and materials used by professional perfumers. Engage your senses as you smell a variety of perfumery ingredients and learn how to construct simple accords. Debunk common perfume myths and analyze real fragrance formulas to grasp their structure. Finally, channel your creativity into crafting a unique 5ml perfume composition, which will be expertly blended for you to take home. This workshop promises a memorable sensory experience and a deeper appreciation for the art of perfumery.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Perfumery Materials
This is a breakdown of the schedule : * A Historical Glimpse: Begin with a brief introduction to the fascinating history of perfume. (10 mins) * The Perfumer's World: Discover how a perfumer works, exploring their essential tools and materials directly from the host's lab desk. (10 mins) * Ingredient Exploration: Get hands-on experience smelling a diverse range of professional perfumery ingredients and understanding their profile (60 mins) * Building Accords & Formula Insights: Learn the fundamentals of creating perfume accords (rose, jasmine, strawberry, fougère, etc) and get a brief glimpse into the structure of real perfume formulas. (30 mins) * Team Creation & Your Take-Home Perfume: As a team, you will collaborate to decide on the olfactory direction and single formula for the session's creation. Each participant will then receive a 10ml bottle of this expertly blended team perfume to take home. (30-40 mins) Finish the workshop with a better grasp of perfumery and a bottle of the collaborative fragrance you created. Important: Upon booking, please arrive at the meeting fragrance-free. This is crucial for the optimal sensory experience during the workshop!
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ellie T,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
I recently attended this perfumery workshop and it was such a beautiful experience from beginning to end. The atmosphere was calm, elegant, and so thoughtfully put together — the kind of setting that immediately makes you want to slow down and pay attention to every detail. What I loved most was how inviting the whole process felt. We got to smell and explore different raw ingredients, learn where they come from, and understand how they’re used in real fragrances. The explanations were clear and interesting, never overwhelming, and there was plenty of time to ask questions, experiment, and just enjoy the moment. I left with a completely new appreciation for perfume — not just as something we wear, but as a form of art and storytelling. It was a genuinely inspiring, sensory experience, and I would recommend it to anyone who loves scent, creativity, or simply wants to do something a little different and meaningful.
931elliet,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
I recently attended this perfumery workshop and it was such a beautiful experience from beginning to end. The atmosphere was calm, elegant, and so thoughtfully put together — the kind of setting that immediately makes you want to slow down and pay attention to every detail. What I loved most was how inviting the whole process felt. We got to smell and explore different raw ingredients, learn where they come from, and understand how they’re used in real fragrances. The explanations were clear and interesting, never overwhelming, and there was plenty of time to ask questions, experiment, and just enjoy the moment. I left with a completely new appreciation for perfume — not just as something we wear, but as a form of art and storytelling. It was a genuinely inspiring, sensory experience, and I would recommend it to anyone who loves scent, creativity, or simply wants to do something a little different and meaningful.
JoshuaMiles R,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
We wanted to try something unique so we came across this experience. We were greeted very nicely. We got an introduction about Parfumes and the history. Afterwards we could smell some base elements. After we've build a solid base for some scents we could create our own Parfume. We got a Base smell and then could add whatever we want (note that we always could get help and ask for recommendations). It was super nice and I would recommend everyone to try this experience!
Yourie V,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
Ananias Potamitis spoke with great passion about scents, guiding us through the experience and art of creating perfume. He took his time and let us do a lot ourselves. He was well-prepared. There was absolutely no commercial sales talk like “buy this or that from me.” In fact, his own handmade perfume isn’t even for sale yet (a pity — I would have gladly bought some from him).
Sarandis D,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
Pretty interesting experience. Testing a high number of ingredients that are used to create a fragrance was my favourite activity.
Andreuca T,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
It was a surprise to find such a unique activity in Groningen. The 3-hour long session was an entryway for people passionate about perfumes or people that are seeking for new experiences in the town. I fully enjoyed the session, starting with some historical background, leading to practicalities, meaning sorting out smells and, if you are lucky enough, to put together your own perfume;) The session is pleasantly intense, tho I wished it was even longer. Overall, great initiative for having this kind of events in our city, and Ananias is sooooo inspiring!!!
P6213WS,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
I attended Ananias's perfumery workshop and was completely blown away. His passion for fragrance is infectious and his knowledge is truly profound. The three-hour session flew by in what felt like a single, magical moment. A truly unique and unforgettable experience. Highly, highly recommend!
Zoi P,
Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
I truly enjoyed my visit at this Experience! The atmosphere was relaxing, the scents were amazing, and Ananias made me feel very welcome. I especially loved the fun game of guessing the aromas—it made the whole experience even more unique and memorable. Highly recommended!
kostas p,
Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
Such a wonderful experience! From the very beginning, it felt like stepping into a whole new world, with the fascinating historical background on perfumes and all the interesting facts we learned. My favorite part was when we were given different scents to smell and write down the notes we recognized; it felt like both a game and a learning process at the same time. And of course, creating our very own perfume at the end was the perfect highlight. I left with something personal that will always remind me of this experience. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for something different, creative, and truly inspiring!
Charalampos A,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
I have to admit that I'm very excited after the experience that Ananias has organized for us. It is very interesting, informative and interactive. We had fun while learning so many things about perfumes and their ingredients. Of course the highlight was the creation of our own perfume! The host is friendly and eager to explain everything. Thank you very much Ananias. I would definitely recommend this experience!
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