Top Athens Painting Classes

The sights of Greece have inspired painters for centuries. Let your artistic side roam free during this small-group painting class, led by a local artist who covers everything from basic watercolor techniques to capturing the gorgeous Mediterranean light. Your teacher has exhibited in galleries across Athens and the small group size ensures you the personal attention to benefit from her skills. Leave with your own little masterpiece, ready for framing.

The UNESCO-listed Acropolis is an Athens must-see—but it can be hard to make the most of it when visiting alone. To better understand the attraction’s historic significance, explore with a guide who can bring its history to lfie. This group tour offers a hassle-free way to see the best of the Acropolis, including the Parthenon and other monuments. You can also upgrade to add a visit to the Acropolis Museum.

Whether you’re cruising or catching a ferry, a timely arrival at the port is key. This Piraeus private transfer service guarantees it, without the stress of unreliable apps or local taxi services—pickup is tailored to your ship’s departure time. After meeting your driver in your hotel lobby or outside your apartment, travel in a comfortable Peugeot or Mercedes-Benz vehicle, with bottled water to keep you hydrated.

Prebook this Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon tour to guarantee your visit to the UNESCO World Hertiage Site. Going with a guide gives you more as you walk along the site learning the history and beauty behind the ruins. Plus, you can choose whether to add your admission ticket for convenience when you book or to purchase when you arrive there.

Learn to make real Greek food and enjoy dinner with a view on this small-group cooking class in Athens. Head to a much-loved eatery in vibrant Monastiraki and learn how to make traditional Greek dishes, from tzatziki to spinach pie, with hands-on guidance from an experienced chef. Then, when the food is ready, head up to the roof to enjoy the fruits of your labor with views over the Acropolis.

Unleash your creativity in a unique graffiti workshop in the heart of Athens. Learn about the history and culture of street art on a guided street art tour and create your tote bag masterpiece. Unleash your creativity in a unique graffiti workshop in the heart of Athens Learn about the history and culture of street art on a guided street art tour Create your very own tote bag masterpiece with the help of a professional artist Enjoy a fun and supportive environment, perfect for artists of all skill levels Take home a unique souvenir that will remind you of your time in Athens

Athens has inspired artists for thousands of years. Let them bring out the artist in your children—and perhaps your inner child—on this fabulous private painting experience. Perch atop Pnyx, a hill in central Athens with spectacular views of the Acropolis, then learn basic drawing and painting techniques. Finally, let your creativity run riot on the provided canvas, producing the ultimate souvenir of your Athens vacation.

Journey back to ancient Greece on this guided tour of Athens’ UNESCO World Heritage–listed Acropolis. Visit the Theater of Dionysus, stroll past the Propylaea gateway and the Temple of Athena Nike, and stand in awe before the grand ruins of the Parthenon. After exploring the sprawling citadel, learn more about the excavations as you browse more than 4,000 artifacts at the Acropolis Museum. Upgrade to include timed tickets.

Continuing the 2500 year old tradition of still life painting that was started by the Greek artists Zeuxis and Parrhasios, you will dive into observational creativity and make your own unique painting of beautiful objects that represent Greek culture. In my workshop you will feel the exhilaration of creating something from nothing! You will improve your observational skills and release your creative potential! You will be guided step-by-step by me. You will also learn the history of the arranged objects we will be using as our inspiration, and you will be able to take your creation back home with you as a warm reminder of your time in Athens.

Watch one of the most majestic sunsets in Greece with a half-day twilight tour to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon. Travel along the Saronic Gulf and Athens Riviera to the cape, which sits atop a sheer sea cliff and was a sacred site in the ancient world. Tour the Temple of Poseidon, dedicated to the mythological god of the sea, and see the sun dip below the horizon and several islands in the distance.

Combine two popular tours of Athens and Cape Sounion into one day with this Athens Super Saver. In the morning, board an air-conditioned coach for a sightseeing tour of Athens’ highlights with a guide: stroll around the Parthenon and the Acropolis; see the Panathenaic Stadium; and visit the New Acropolis Museum. Then, take an afternoon trip to Cape Sounion, where the Temple of Poseidon overlooks the Aegean Sea.

Skip the self-drive hassle and effortlessley explore the rock-built monasteries of Meteora on this full-day tour from Athens. Journey through inland Greece to Kalambaka, and take a panoramic drive to see all six UNESCO-listed retreats. Uncover their history, stop for photos, and visit three of the monasteries atop their rock pinnacles.

Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora by rental car or public transportation from Athens can be stressful. Avoid navigating unfamiliar routes on this tour, which covers all six monasteries—with guided tours of three—plus hermit caves that most tourists miss. Break up the drive with stops in coastal villages (instead of highway rest stops), plus upgrade to add a traditional Greek lunch. Treat yourself to a private tour or opt for an extended, overnight tour with an included hotel stay.

There’s no better souvenir to bring back from Athens than your own hand-crafted artwork. Paint on genuine canvas with instruction from a tutor while listening to chill music and sipping a drink on this fun “paint and sip” that’s popular with locals and travelers alike. Your day includes coffee and snacks: Feel free to bring your own alcohol but keep the receipt as the venue does not have a license.

Marvel over one of Greece’s most photographed monuments on this half-day tour to the Temple of Poseidon from Athens. Wind your way along the coastal cliffs and beaches on the scenic drive to Cape Sounion, then grab your camera as you spot the magnificent remains of the Temple of Poseidon, perched high on the sea cliffs. You have a chance to get up close to the ancient monument, explore ruins dating back to 444 BC, and soak up the impressive coastal views.