Private Tour

PRIVATE: Build Your Antikythera Mechanism:Ancient Greek Workshop

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

A one-of-a-kind activity you won’t find anywhere else in Greece

Combines history, science, and creativity in one experience

Ideal for families, groups, or solo travelers looking for something truly unique

A hands-on way to connect with Greek heritage and ancient innovation

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

One hour Workshop of the Antikythera Mechanism

English Speaking Tour Guide

All Fees and Taxes

Your own finished model to keep

Walking tour of National Garden with English speaking guide

A guided tour of the museum

Dinner

What To Expect

Step back in time and explore one of ancient Greece’s greatest technological marvels — the Antikythera Mechanism, often called the world’s first computer. In this unique hands-on workshop, you’ll learn about this 2,000-year-old astronomical device and create your own simplified working model to take home. After the workshop, continue your experience with a relaxing stroll through the beautiful National Garden of Athens, a true green oasis in the heart of the city. Finally, witness the iconic changing of the guards (Evzones) in front of the Hellenic Parliament at Syntagma Square — a powerful moment of Greek tradition and pride. This complete cultural experience offers the perfect mix of creativity, history, and local color, making it ideal for families, curious travelers, and anyone looking for a unique day in Athens.

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PRIVATE: Build Your Antikythera Mechanism:Ancient Greek Workshop

Reviews

5.00

3 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A revelation
Aegina B,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The museum is an absolute must-see -- one of the best I've visited in the last few years. It's small but packed with amazing stuff, and my guide, Dmitrios, was incredibly informative and enthusiastic! I learned an enormous amount and had lots of fun. Then I had a tour of the National Gardens with Eleni, who was wonderfully sweet and friendly. It was a really entertaining and educational afternoon, in the best way!
Great choice for my 11yr at old
starpick35,
Oct 25, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour was a great choice for myself and 11yr old son. We first had a guided tour of the museum which kept him engaged with every exhibit. His questions were answered in an easy to understand manner. Afterwards the tour included a guided tour through the nearby gardens. This was also great. The guide gave us a lot of history about Athens and was able to answer any questions we had. She also was able to adapt the tour to our interests and ages.
Fantastic tour!
DinnerswithLeslie,
Aug 8, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a fantastic and very informative tour! Anyone interested in the history of science, technology and knowledge will enjoy this a lot. The elements of Air, Water, etc., were not just philosophical abstracts but principles to be understood and manipulated through physics to great effect! Our tour guide Eva was especially enthusiastic and wonderful.