Athens with Kids: Myths & Family Games in the National Garden
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.
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.
What's included in Athens with Kids: Myths & Family Games in the National Garden
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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.
Inclusions
- 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.
- 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).
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Outside the Main Gate of the National Garden: Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias 1, Athens 105 57
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
You will be required to sign a short Declaration of Parent/Guardian, in English. Please have with you the ID or Passport for all family members.
