Top Greece Craft Classes

Bringing home a genuine handmade souvenir from Athens is harder than picking one off a shop shelf. Make your own instead at this hands-on silk scarf painting workshop, guided step by step in a small group. Learn painting techniques as you go, then craft a Greek-inspired silk scarf to take home.

Instead of simply observing Greek sculptures during your time in Athens, why not also try making your own? Practice sculpting with tips from a professional during this private workshop. All the sculpting tools you need are provided, as well as helpful videos on ancient sculpting techniques. Model and carve your very own art object from Cretan clay under your tutor’s careful guidance.

Crafting a Cycladic idol figure from recycled materials can be a delightful and eco-friendly way to commemorate your Greek island holiday. These iconic sculptures, with their minimalist style and abstract forms, have inspired artists for millennia. By using items like old cardboard, foil and air dry clay, you can create a unique piece that captures the essence of the Cycladic tradition while also giving new life to materials that would otherwise be waste. It's a creative and sustainable way to bring a piece of your travels back home with you.

Travelers visiting Athens often look for authentic local experiences. This pottery workshop allows visitors to slow down, get creative, and learn a traditional craft while making a meaningful souvenir from their trip.

Try marble carving with a local sculptor as your host, and enjoy a first-hand experience of Naxos island’s artisan traditions. Taking place in the shade of olive trees in your host’s garden, the private class includes use of all equipment including locally forged tools and blocks of classic Naxos white marble. You’ll hear the tricks of the trade as you carve, and take home your own relief sculpture at the end.

More than a standard fragrance class, this experience brings ancient Greek mythology to life through scent, creativity, and wine. Hosted personally by sculptor and oenologist Manos Roussis inside the ancient-themed studio of Ancient Symposium, guests discover aromatic ingredients connected with the 12 Olympian gods and create their own 20 ml solid perfume using beeswax, almond oil, and selected essences. A tasting of Greek wines complements the workshop, connecting fragrance, culture, and the ancient symposium tradition. Every participant leaves with a handmade solid perfume and a meaningful souvenir of Athens.

Create your own mosaic artwork in a hands-on workshop in Athens Explore mosaic art through a modern, urban perspective in a local studio Enjoy a beginner-friendly experience with step-by-step guidance Take home your artwork the same day, no waiting required Discover The Art Lab, a creative studio in the vibrant Gazi neighborhood

The highlight is a ceramics lesson where you will master the sheet construction technique under the guidance of skilled artisans. This workshop is perfect for all ages, offering a unique opportunity to shape your imagination into tangible art. Every piece you create is a memento of your experience, a personal treasure to keep. This hands-on experience not only connects you with the past but also inspires a personal contribution to sustainable art.

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.

Be the soapmaker — not just a visitor. Step into Helleo, a small family-run soap lab, founded by Manos and Stelios, and discover their world of olive oil, botanicals, handmade craft and creative experimentation. Just 7 km from Heraklion, 5 km from Knossos and 5 km from Archanes, Helleo is an easy addition to your day in Crete. Meet the people behind the brand, discover how their family’s fresh extra-virgin olive oil, herbs, fruits, clays and fragrances become handmade soaps. In this private, hands-on soapmaking workshop, choose the ingredients, textures and scent you love and create your own blend. Give your soap its own identity, make it with your own hands and take it home together with your personal Soapmaker’s Card. And the journey can continue after you leave: share your creation and its story with Helleo, and it may become part of the Helleo Soapmakers’ Collection — giving your creation the chance to go further. Come as a visitor. Leave as a soapmaker!

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.

A souvenir that you’ve made yourself is one of the best ways to remember a trip. In this private crafting experience, visit an Athens workshop and learn how to create custom Greek sandals. Design your shoes and pick out your favorite leather colors before making a pair for yourself. You can even wear the shoes home.

Engage in the timeless tradition of Greek mosaic art with a creative workshop in Thessaloniki. Over the course of 2.5 hours, dive into the captivating history and techniques behind this ancient craft as you choose your colors and design a unique 10x10 cm mosaic coaster. With step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor, even those new to art can create a stunning piece to take home. This hands-on experience not only allows you to express your creativity but also offers a memorable souvenir that captures the essence of Greece.

Unleash your creativity in a 60-minute mosaic magnet workshop in the heart of Thessaloniki's Old Town. Guided by a local artist, learn the ancient art of mosaics while selecting colorful tiles to design your unique souvenir. Indulge in refreshing mint and citrus-infused water alongside traditional Greek loukoumi as you craft. This fun and family-friendly experience allows you to soak up the vibrant atmosphere of one of the city's historic neighborhoods, ensuring you leave with a handmade piece of Thessaloniki to cherish forever.

100 percent Hands-on: Create your own 13x13cm glass mosaic. Choose one of our designs, bring your own idea or create your own design. A Creative Saturday: Relax, create and enjoy a friendly studio atmosphere. Perfect Location: Just steps from the historic UNESCO-listed Byzantine Bath. Travel-Ready: Take your finished mosaic home, safely packed and easy to carry.

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.

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 get personal attention and can benefit from her skills. Leave with your own little masterpiece, ready for framing.

Discover some of Greece’s greatest treasures and the best of modern Athens on this half-day Athens sightseeing tour. With an expert guide, take a coach tour of top Athens sites, including the Constitution Square (Syntagma Square) and the Panathenaic Stadium, stage of the first modern Olympic Games. Then, explore the mighty Acropolis on foot to see the glorious Parthenon and other highlights. Upgrade to include entry to the Acropolis Museum.

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.

The top sights in Athens are spread across the city, making it hard work to cover them all in one day. Take in the highlights in just hours without getting footsore on this thrilling Segway tour. Glide through the city behind your guide, stopping near historic highlights like the UNESCO-listed Acropolis, Ancient Agora, and Temple of Hephaestus to listen to insightful commentary and snap photos. Enjoy a scenic ride around the neighborhoods of Plaka, Monastiraki, and Thiseio, pausing to take in the views from Mars Hill.

Although Crete is full of olive wood trees there are only a few olive wood working workshops in the whole area. In our workshop you will experience how a piece of firewood is turned into a toy, a utilitarian object or a piece of art.

Learn the art of botanical crafting with a beginner-friendly workshop in Karpathos. Experiment with different leaves and botanicals to create unique imprints on your clay piece of art.

Step into Aeriko, a cozy art space in an authentic Athens neighborhood, for a unique workshop combining mythology, raw storytelling, live music, and art making. Small Personal Maximum 10 participants for a genuinely small, genuinely personal, and safe environment. Two Expert Facilitators: Led by two facilitators a storyteller musician and a visual artisτ to guide your creative journey. Hands-on Art No Experience Needed Use mixed media to express your emotions freely, focusing on self-expression rather than perfection. Tangible Memories: Take home an original artwork, your personal journal page, and a printed myth booklet detailing the hidden histories of all 8 figures. Escape the crowded tourist spots and discover a hidden, artistic side of Athens through a personal creative ritual.