Top Naxos Art & Culture Classes

Learn new skills while creating a special personalized souvenir during a marble workshop in an olive grove at Kanakari, Naxos. Your instructor, Jb, teaches you everything you need to know about precious marbles and the local Naxos marble. He demonstrates the tools and techniques for cutting and shaping the crystalline Naxos marble and guides you in creating your own unique marble piece to take home.

Come to our beautiful garden that has been in my family for generations. I will introduce you to the basic of creating mosaics using all natural crystalline marble and granite pebbles collected from the local beaches of Naxos just as the Ancient used to. Design inspiration may come from archaic motifs. Work from our samples or bring your own ideas. Alternatively learn hand carving of marble and sculpture techniques. I will provide a worktable, a block of Naxos white marble for practice, a small stone for a relief carving, safety glasses, hand tools, hammer, files, sandpaper. Enjoy fresh lemonade, coffee or tea, and sample of the fresh fruits from the garden. Everyone takes their finished relief carving or mosaic with them.

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.

A children-friendly adventure your little ones will treasure forever. Dive into a hands-on cheese-making experience, paired with visits to a beekeeper and a pottery workshop for a day full of fun and learning. Venture deep into the heart of Naxos to a charming cheese farm. Your children can feed animals, help make signature cheeses and discover the joy of farm life firsthand. Gather around the family table to taste a variety of homemade delicacies crafted with freshly picked products from the farm. Visit a traditional pottery workshop, where the artist will present his ancient craft and your little ones can try creating their own clay masterpiece. The adventure continues at a beekeeper’s farm. Observe bees safely behind protective glass, learn about their vital role in the ecosystem and taste golden honey and homemade treats, engaging all the senses while sparking curiosity and wonder. A perfect day filled with hands-on learning, delicious treats and unforgettable moments!

Enjoy a carefully curated feast of Naxos' finest local meats, cheeses, and wines, all grilled and served in a stunning natural setting. With no crowds, no rush, and only the sounds of nature around you, this is a truly intimate and authentic way to experience the island’s rich food culture. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for an unforgettable night with loved ones, this unique experience promises warmth, flavor, and lasting memories."