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Carve marble with a third-generation sculptor

Experience the timeless art of Greek marble sculpting with me, a third-generation sculptor, in a hands-on workshop set in a historic family-owned studio. You’ll discover the intricate techniques of traditional sculpture and witness a live demonstration before creating a piece of your own. No previous skills are required. • I’ll welcome you to the studio and share a little about our family’s sculpting legacy, including our artistic process, inspirations, and current works in progress. • You’ll watch a live demonstration of marble carving, learning about the traditional tools and techniques used by Greek sculptors throughout history. • Now it’s your turn! Sketch your design—maybe initials or a symbol—and then chisel and carve it into a piece of marble. I’ll provide guidance on proper techniques. You’ll leave with your unique memento, and a keen sense of the precision and artistry that goes into marble carving.

5 av 5 gjennomsnittlige vurderinger, 3 anmeldelser

Dive into the Jewish heritage of Athens

Uncover the deep roots and resilience of Jews in Greece with a historian. Meet at Monastiraki Discuss a historical map of Greece and background knowledge. Hear about the Jews Explore the centuries-old Jewish community in Greece. Traverse the area Discover Avissinias Square and the Psirri district. See the Memorial Learn about the destruction of the Jewish community. Visit a synagogue End at Beth Shalom and discuss modern Jewish life in Greece.

5 av 5 gjennomsnittlige vurderinger, 5 anmeldelser

Taste premium Greek olive oils nearby an ancient tree

Become an olive oil sommelier for a day and learn the art of olive oil appreciation from a fourth-generation olive farmer and certified taster. • We’ll meet at the 2,500-year-old Pisistratus Olive Tree, believed to be one of the oldest olive trees in the world, and talk about the rich history of olive oil. • Next, we’ll sit down at a nearby restaurant to taste a selection I’ve curated of premium olive oils from all over Greece. • I’ll help you evaluate each oil by sight, smell, and taste. You’ll learn to distinguish flavor profiles and how to pair the oils with Greek culinary staples. You’ll leave knowing how to identify high-quality olive oil, and with a small bottle of premium oil to take home to remind you of your time in Greece.

5 av 5 gjennomsnittlige vurderinger, 2 anmeldelser

A Journey Through Athens' Fading Beauty & Nostalgic Grandeur

Discover the hidden layers of Athens on a 2.5-hour walking tour with the founder of Fading Athens, exploring the city’s overlooked past and evolving present through forgotten architecture, ghost signs, and abandoned passageways. • Hear the stories of neoclassical homes, a hotel that once sheltered refugees, and fading bars that tell the story of Athens in flux—all reflecting the city’s shifting identity. • Walk through neighborhoods and markets shaped by migration, gentrification, and urban decay, discovering places nearly erased by time. • Stop at a basement record store and a beloved local bakery and visit Athens’ main municipal market. You’ll leave having journeyed through the remnants of Athens’ past, with a perspective of the city beyond the usual landmarks.

5 av 5 gjennomsnittlige vurderinger, 5 anmeldelser

Athens unseen, hidden streets, paths, and passages

Follow forgotten Greek signs to uncover a hidden city within a city in the heart of Athens. You’ll experience an authentic Athens through family-run shops, Greek signage, and fascinating architectural juxtapositions. • Begin near Syntagma Square, where I’ll introduce you to Athenian stoas—covered walkways steeped in history. One stoa houses a rare collection of Greek signs that reveal Athens’ rich cultural identity. • Step through a hidden public door into a world of unique, family-owned stores that have stood the test of time. Learn the stories of craftsmanship that define these enduring businesses. • Wander labyrinthine paths showcasing an eclectic blend of architectural styles, from antiquity to the modern day. Our journey concludes near Panepistimio, where we’ll descend into a basement to unravel Athens’ urban myths through oral history. You’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for Athens’ hidden paths, history, and culture, plus a personal connection to its architecture and daily life. As a keepsake, you’ll receive a tiny city guide, designed by me, to help you continue your exploration.

5 av 5 gjennomsnittlige vurderinger, 2 anmeldelser

Sip and learn about Greek wines in the heart of Athens

This tasting against a historic backdrop is a journey into the heart of Greek wine culture. We’ll explore some of Greece’s most exceptional wines, selected to showcase the diversity of our country’s terrain and native grape varieties. • I’ll greet you on the 1st floor of Tekila restaurant in the heart of Athens. We’ll sip our first wine and discuss how climate, soil, and traditional techniques have shaped its character. • We’ll taste wines from several more regions, delving into the history and unique qualities of each one. In an interactive segment, I’ll teach you how to analyze wines, identify key flavor profiles, and distinguish subtle variations. • We’ll tie together what we’ve learned by exploring an especially deep and complex wine. I’ll answer questions and provide personalized recommendations. You’ll leave with a refined palate, newfound tasting skills, and an appreciation for Greek grapes and the winemakers who transform them into pleasure.

5 av 5 gjennomsnittlige vurderinger, 12 anmeldelser

Smartphone photography workshop in the heart of Athens

Embark on a creative photography journey through Athens, capturing stunning images of iconic landmarks and hidden gems, with me, a renowned editorial photographer. • We’ll meet at the neoclassical National Library, where I’ll guide you through techniques for using your smartphone to frame your shots and capture architectural details. • At the Hellenic Parliament, I’ll share tips on photographing the Changing of the Presidential Guard before we stroll through the lush National Garden, where I encourage you to use the greenery to frame your shots. • I’ll explain the history of the Panathenaic Stadium, the site for the first modern Olympics in 1896, and show you how best to photograph its sweeping marble rows and capture its monumental scale. You’ll leave with improved smartphone photography skills, my recommendations of bars and eateries to explore in the vibrant Pangrati area, and a deeper appreciation of Athens’ long history and natural and architectural beauty.

5 av 5 gjennomsnittlige vurderinger, 4 anmeldelser

Greek Honey sampling on an Athens tasting tour

Join me for a flavorful journey into the world of Greek beekeeping and gastronomy. I’ll share the rich history of Greek beekeeping, a tradition my family has upheld since 1935, brought to life with artifacts and stories from our heritage. • We’ll start with a honey and olive oil tasting at my family’s Melira shop, sampling eight rare monovarietal honeys like carob, heather, and thyme and olive oil from our olive groves . I’ll share stories about how we relocate beehives to areas with specific flowers and plants, and you’ll enjoy cutting and tasting fresh honeycomb . • Next, we’ll visit a nearby spot to try handmade loukoumades (Greek donuts) topped with monovarietal honeys, praline, and traditional spoon sweets like black cherry and grape. At another cozy location, you’ll savor Greek yogurt paired with different honeys, discovering how each enhances the yogurt’s creamy richness. • We’ll finish back at the shop, where I’ll answer your questions, share tips, and help you find your favorite flavors. You’ll leave with a small jar of honey, handmade soap, and sweet memories, along with a deeper appreciation for Greece’s culinary traditions.

5 av 5 gjennomsnittlige vurderinger, 1 anmeldelser

Crawl along Athens after dark with a bar owner

See and be seen in all the hotspots from kafeneia to cocktail bars. Absorb cafe culture Sip Greek coffee and tsipouro as stories unfold. Grab a souvlaki Watch us grill the meat, then eat it right off the skewer. Get your swank on Immerse yourself in the ambiance at a historic bar. Order another round While away the evening trading stories with your host.

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Trace the birth of democracy at the Agora & Pnyx Hill

Step into the birthplace of democracy and walk in the footsteps of Pericles, Socrates, and Thucydides. This three-hour tour of Athens takes you through the Agora and up to Pnyx Hill, where the foundations of modern political thought were laid. • Walk through the ruins of the Agora, the heart of Athenian public life, learning about the events that led to the rise of Athenian democracy and how key figures shaped the political landscape. • At the Museum of the Agora, get a closer look at artifacts that bring Athens’ political history to life, and dive deeper into the nuances of Athenian political thought in a Q&A. • Stand in the very spot where citizens gathered to debate and vote, and compare ancient democracy with modern political systems while overlooking the modern city. As you explore these historic sites, you’ll uncover the story of how a radical experiment in governance shaped the ideals and institutions that continue to influence the world today. With the Acropolis towering above and the modern city stretching beyond, this journey offers a striking contrast between ancient and contemporary democracy.

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Traditional Wines of Ancient & Modern Greece

Welcome to a 90-minute curated tasting experience unlike any other in Athens. Α sensory journey through Greek history, culture, and craftsmanship, guided by Anton, whose life’s work has been devoted to flavour, hospitality, and heritage. Your Experience 1. A Warm Welcome & Historical Introduction (15 mins) Guests are welcomed into a cozy, hand-built wooden wine and olive oil bar in a quiet corner of central Athens. The session opens with an engaging story: the origins of Greek wine, from Homeric epics to ancient amphorae, setting the tone for the experience. 2. Tasting the Present: 3 Iconic Modern Wines (30 mins) You’ll be seated at a rustic counter where Anton introduces you to three cutting-edge Greek wines: A volcanic Assyrtiko a grape that originats from Santorini island, sharp, saline, and mineral-rich. A structured rosé from a rare Aegean varietals, vibrant yet refined. A natural red wine made in Amphora, grown in small plots, expressive of place and process. Each wine is poured with insight—stories of the land, winemaker, and method—all brought to life with Anton’s sommelier background and storytelling flair. 3. Tasting the Past: Wines of Antiquity (20 mins) Next, you’ll sample two wines inspired by ancient winemaking techniques. Anton explains the clay vessels, the spontaneous fermentations, and the myths and rituals surrounding ancient Greek wine

4.98 av 5 gjennomsnittlige vurderinger, 4825 anmeldelser

Traditional Greek food tour in hidden Athens

The no 1 Airbnb experience in all of Greece! Discover the most authentic and fresh, traditional Athenian food in non tourist areas and hidden spots of Athens! The places you may not find alone! Visit local streets and see, taste and shop for cheese, cured meat, fruits, sweets and spices in the markets full of colour, scents and noise. Sample olives, oil and honey from a farmer and local barrel wine made on the tavernas premises. On tours starting at 3.00pm , the fish and meat market are starting to close so we go quickly to see as much as possible. On Sundays and weekly tours starting after 3.30pm markets ARE SHUT so on this tour we will visit a taverna and eat traditional Athenian food and go to a spice shop and a honey and olive oil producer to taste these amazing products! We will enjoy a fantastic deli with a cured meat and cheese tasting and sample Greek coffee and fruits from a local producer. Many tastings offered including sit down meals of meat and fish on all our tours, as you learn about Greek culture from people who live it daily. You will have many friends in Athens at the end of this experience! Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available however, vegan options NOT available on Sundays. Discounted childrens rate offered. We are 4 hosts so If you want a particular host then please message before booking to find out which tours they are running!

4.94 av 5 gjennomsnittlige vurderinger, 1157 anmeldelser

Amazing Athens Walks-Must do attractions & local hidden gems

*ALL SHARED TOURS IN ENGLISH,AVAILABLE PRIVATE TOURS IN FRENCH UPON REQUEST* Do you want to join one of the TOP experiences in Athens & explore one of the most ancient cities in the world with a local friend?Do you want to get the most useful tips for your next days in Greece & make new friends from all over the world? If yes,then welcome to our walks! Let us show you Athens through our eyes ,explore hidden gems & learn everything about the city in a few hours.We will: *Meet outside Thissio train station(green line) *Walk through ancient narrow streets *Take amazing photos of Acropolis,Parthenon from the city centre *Walk through the most authentic and traditional oldest neighborhood of Athens called "Plaka". *Meet ''Anafiotika" district which is the most picturesque part of the city full of classical buildings,traditional bars and restaurants with live greek music *Visit the Greek Parliament to meet the most famous Presidential Guards in the world known as "Evzones"while on duty. *Visit the biggest church of Athens,some open flea markets and main squares such as Sintagma and Monastiraki *Learn interesting stories about culture and life in the city. *At the end,we will share all our tips for food,drinks,nightlife and sightseeing for the rest of your trip,providing a free list with my personal recommendations *No entrance at museums and archaelogical monuments

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Explore the hidden food gems of Athens

Our team Julia, Douk and Dimitris, three enthusiastic foodies, will guide through a gastronomical experience! Taste the most local food in Athens. Skip the tourist traps and discover the local bites of the Greek culture. More than 16 traditional, delicious, freshly cooked tastings. We will be walking in the heart of Athens, where Athenians shop for the daily meal. We will introduce you to the vendors of our favorite local shops, share traditional breakfast delicacies, smell and learn about herbs and spices, visit a deli shop to taste the original honey glazed yoghurt and take you to the magical world of olives. Also, one of the best Greek traditional restaurants (mageirio) will be accommodating you for a seated lunch and of course, dessert. During the walk, you'll meet our old friends in the oldest vegetable, fish and meat market of Athens and you'll also try our best wines and distillates of the region. Get the chance to know how to cook all the dishes you will try, and get local insight into recipes, tips for Athens, the islands and the culinary traditions. Join us in a “Mediterranean Diet” food tour and discover the secrets of our Greek food. In case your preferred dates are not available, you can always ask us to make some room and we will be happy to host you. Fee includes everything consumed on the walk. All dietary restrictions can be met. Julia & Douk

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Philosophy and Democracy tour of Athens

This unique walking tour covers, in just 3 hours, many of the most important landmarks of ancient Athens, including some underrated but important ones, while exploring its great and long history (3.500+ years)! Ancient Athens was itself the main actor in...an ancient Greek tragedy! Athenians wanted to stop being the playthings of Gods and create their own future. However, they went more than they should. Their pride turned into arrogance and led them into decay. In this tour we will understand why they reached the heavens and then dived into hell. Surprisingly, we will find some similarities with the world of today! This dive into the past gives us lessons for the future, as the questions the first philosophers set, and the answers they gave can be an invaluable compass on how to deal with many aspects of our lives. How do we pursue happiness and what is the role of moral values? Why should we focus on the idea of well-being? What is Love and what is Eros? Their answers can prove useful to re-direct our lives in the world. Also, the story of the Rise and Fall of Athens offers useful insights on the potential flaws of Democracy and the proclivity of people/citizens to make the wrong choicces. So, join this easy pace walking tour to explore together this fascinating story walking on the footsteps of the great Philosophers! Note: Children under 15 join for free.

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Mythical Yoga & Meditation Acropolis view at Sunrise &Sunset

Highlights: * Sunrise & Sunset colours * Walking in timeless path * Ancient site for practice * Great 360° view on Acropolis & sea * Yoga & Meditation session * Relaxation under the blue Athenian sky * Request for a sunset or private session We welcome and leave the sun, dawn and sunset with Yoga and meditation sessions on the hills across the Acropolis of Ancient Athens. We meet at the entrance of the National Observatory of Athens next to Thissio subway station and we walk uphill on mythical paths, away from the tension of the city and very soon we will find ourselves in the wonderful hills around the Parthenon temple, in the middle of Ancient Art and History. We will enjoy the panoramic view of the city with a 360ᵒ view and we will have the opportunity for an authentic wellness experience through Yoga and meditation. A mythical awareness to your trip to Greece!

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Cats of Acropolis

Our cat-walk starts near the foothill of Acropolis where we meet our first sociable kitties, get to know their names and their backstories. Freddie and his siblings will welcome you to their area, while Kolovos -our tuxedo boy- will enjoy your petting! We continue our walk through a park where we will meet fluffy Swiffer & Bengal boy who will lure you with their charms together with their feline friends! Strolling through the quiet streets of this neighborhood we find out that every block has a small colony of cats, like chatty Nala and shy Simba ready to still your hearts. We continue our walk towards another park and find our last colony where will meet Gazelle and her best buddy Billy Ray, among others. Our cat - walk finishes at Thissio metro station.

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Suncycling Athens Bike through the City's Local Treasures

“Our tours are primarily offered in English. However, upon request, we can also provide tours in French, Spanish, and Dutch.” Looking for an exciting and unique way to discover the vibrant city of Athens? Then join me for an unforgettable bicycle tour! We'll explore the city's picturesque traditional neighborhoods and iconic landmarks, including the world-famous Acropolis, Thissio, Plaka, and more. With easy and safe routes, you'll have the chance to soak up the lively culture of modern-day Athens. As we ride through the city, I'll share my insider knowledge of the local lifestyle, providing you with valuable tips and insights into the best ways to make the most of your time in Athens. You'll learn about the city's hidden gems and must-visit spots, from trendy neighborhoods to popular attractions. To ensure a comfortable and personalized experience, I keep my groups small, with a maximum of ten people. This way, you'll have plenty of opportunities to ask questions, take photos, and fully appreciate the beauty and charm of Athens. You'll have a chance to experience Athens like never before, creating unforgettable memories along the way. So come and explore Athens in a unique and exciting way. Hop on your bike and join me for a thrilling ride through the heart of this captivating city!

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️ Athens Cooking class & Rooftop dinner

In this traditional 5-course cooking experience, you will learn how to make some of the most authentic Greek dishes, such as the Greek Moussaka and the classic Greek phyllo dough Spanakopita (Spinach pie), by opening your own phyllo. We will also prepare a variation of the well-known Greek Salad inspired by the Greek islands and the famous Greek yogurt Tzatziki sauce. Our dessert will be the original homemade Galatopita (Milk pie). We'll start preparing the ingredients we will need, while talking about Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. When the dishes are ready, we will savor our meal together at the patio admiring the Acropolis Monuments and the eternal Parthenon temple, overlooking the dome of Aghios Dimitrios church. Our kitchen is a few steps away from Monastiraki Square in the funky neighborhood of Psirri. We will meet on the rooftop terrace and cook with amazing views of the vivid center of Athens. Let the Cooking Class begin! Other things to note: This experience is not recommended for a gluten-free diet. Please let us know of any food allergies. Vegetarians are welcome!

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Traditional Greek Cooking In Athens

Together we will explore the local market, it's the best place to start as we'll be collecting ingredients for our dishes. As we walk the halls and streets of the market district you'll learn all about the produce we are so proud of in Greece as well as meeting some of the traders and catching up on the local gossip... Now it's time to cook! This is a hands-on experience so we'll prep our food before getting on with the class. Your cook will guide you through the dishes, give you tips that could help improve your skills and tell you stories about what you're making, what's going on in Athens and of course, their thoughts on many other things in the world! Your menu is: Dolmades: Vine leaves filled with meat and herb-infused rice Spanakopita: Spinach and feta pies wrapped up in pastry Tzatziki: Greek yoghurt infused with garlic, cucumber and herbs, the most famous of all the Greek dips Imam Baildi: Roasted eggplants topped with a sweet/sour feta sauce Portokalopita: A sticky, soft orange "pie" made from phyllo pastry, oranges and cinnamon We'll serve you your meal, relax, enjoy your food with a glass of local wine or a beer followed by a serving of Greek digestive liquor. Other things to note: Please let us know your dietary requirements as far in advance as possible Wear comfortable shoes - remember we are going to the market The total class size can be up to 18 people