Top Athens Fun & Games

It can be hard to keep kids engaged when discovering Greece. Enhance their experience of Athens—and your own—when you book this private mythology-themed treasure hunt with a live facilitator to get you started and meet you at your food stops. Soak up spectacular views, bond as a family while you solve riddles and puzzles on your phone, and get a fresh perspective on Athens’ essential sights.

Whether you’re traveling with family or friends, it can be hard to design an Athens itinerary and exploring independently can sometimes feel like a route march. Bring some adrenaline and challenge to your city explorations on this real-world escape game, featuring a backpack full of mysterious items and a host of thrilling challenges that will have you out in the city and discovering its secrets.

The Best Way to Discover Athens: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a coffee in the shadow of the Acropolis or a stroll through the Ermou Street shops and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Greek Parliament, Monument to the Unknown Soldier, Ermou Street, Monastiraki Square, Pláka, Saint Nicholas, Areos Pagos Hill, Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Acropolis, Parthenon, and Dionysiou Areopagitou Street.

The term “treasure hunt” too often means an app nowadays. Get off your phone and out into the real world with this fascinating treasure hunt game, centered on the lost library of Aristotle. Collect clues and solve a mystery as you walk about 2 miles (3 kilometers) with exterior visits to five key Athenian sites. It's a great way to explore Athens with friends, family, or even colleagues.

See Athens in a new way as you explore while playing a Sherlock Holmes-themed mystery game. Unlike traditional guided tours, you can start and stop the game as you please, pausing to take in the sights or explore different areas. Play alone or with a group – it's up to you whether you'd like to make the game competitive or not.

Make learning about ancient Athens more engaging with a private treasure hunt that transforms sightseeing into an interactive experience. Instead of passively following a traditional tour, solve puzzles and uncover clues around the Acropolis while discovering the city’s history through guided exploration. A fun option for families, groups, and travelers seeking a more hands-on way to explore.

> Feel the thrill of a 2h night game that brings Greek mythology to life > Discover hidden details in Athens that most visitors never notice > Use immersive props to solve puzzles in the city > Play with your family or friends and make unforgettable memories > Enjoy special rewards at the end of the game, offered by your game master - Suitable for adults, teens, and children (ages 6+) - Available in English or French

Our activity is a photoshoot where visitors can wear ancient Greek costumes and take pictures in our studio in Athens. We have different clothes and accessories that guests can use during the session. Our photographer helps with posing and takes pictures using studio equipment. You don't need to know how to pose because we will tell you what to do.

For a break away from the cultural attractions and sightseeing in Athens, try something a little more fun and interactive at this simulator center in the city. Experience the adrenaline and challenge of commanding an Airbus A320 or an F-16 with its flight simulators, or test your reaction times on the Formula 1 and MotoGP simulators. Suitable for ages 12 and up.

Capture your trip to Greece in style—and do better than casual selfies—with this private photo shoot experience, led by a professional photographer. Customize the experience by selecting the length of the photo shoot, the locations within Athens, and the style of the shots you prefer. Ideal for occasions ranging from engagements and group trips to family reunions and beyond, this tour makes it easy to capture special memories.

Explore Athens at your own pace with a guide on your phone when you download this fun walking tour app. The game is set up as a scavenger hunt, with riddles to solve and maps to follow, and information about the city’s top attractions. Available in English, German, Italian, French, and Greek, it’s perfect for families, groups of friends, couples, and team building.

Discover Athens like never before with the Secrets of Athens City Game, a fun self-guided walking tour and city game packed with puzzles, riddles and hidden stories! This GPS-based exploration game lets you experience Athens while exploring famous spots such as Syntagma Square, the Tower of the Winds, Hadrian’s Library, the Metropolitan Church of Athens, the National Garden, the Church of Ayìa Dynami and Stoa Emporon. Play solo for a personal challenge or together with friends, family or colleagues. During the game you solve tricky questions, puzzles, riddles and creative photo tasks to score points, unlock extra clues and solve the final mystery. Pause whenever you want and continue later at your own pace. Compete for a place on the leaderboard or play competitively for team building, making this scavenger hunt and walking tour through Athens perfect for every type of explorer.

Embark on a captivating 3-hour adventure: Treasure Hunt Around Acropolis! Let our seasoned Athenian guide lead you through a world of magic, games, and intrigue. Uncover a whole new side of Athens - one that's playful, mysterious, and irresistible. This experience is as fascinating as it is stunning. Plus, our team coordinator will be with you every step of the way. We'll provide all the gear you need, and the start time is entirely up to you. Get ready to be enchanted!

Why Escape Room Adventures for Kids Are Truly Unique At Escape for Kids in the heart of Athens, we believe that every child deserves a magical adventure! Our escape rooms are specially designed for young explorers, offering a rare blend of fun, teamwork, and critical thinking. Unlike typical attractions, here children are not just spectators — they become the heroes of their own thrilling stories! With exciting themes like The Lord of the Rings and Zoo Adventure, each game is built to spark imagination, foster collaboration, and develop problem-solving skills, all in a safe, child-friendly environment. Every puzzle solved and every mystery unlocked boosts confidence and creativity — and, most importantly, creates unforgettable memories for the whole family. We make the experience even more special by offering complimentary food, juice, soft drinks, and even beer for adults! Phone booking is required. Join us for an escape room experience your kids — and you — will never forget!