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Athens With Kids Myths & Family Games In The National Garden
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Finding an outdoor activity for children in Athens can be challenging. In the National Garden, families with children aged 6–12 explore replicas of ancient toys, hear five myths about Hercules, and play five ancient Greek games based on authentic sources. The shared workshop, capped at 10 travelers, takes place in shaded greenery and uses interactive storytelling and images to show how children played 3,000 years ago.
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- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 10 travelers
- · Adult required for booking
Experience operator
Hellas Revival
GR
Photos
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Location
This experience is centered on one mapped location.
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National Garden
Wondering what to do in Athens for kids that’s both fun and meaningful? This 90-min experience is among the most engaging family activities in the city. Your adventure takes place at the National Garden, together with an enthusiastic facilitator. You’ll head into the shaded greenery of this peaceful former royal retreat. Once settled on a mat, your family will explore replicas of ancient toys. Through interactive storytelling and images, you’ll discover how kids played 3,000 years ago. Then it’s game time! Guided by authentic sources, you’ll hear five myths about Hercules and play five ancient Greek games using handmade replicas. Laugh, compete, and learn about classical life through play. End the experience with a souvenir gift and a Garden map to continue exploring on your own. Perfect for families seeking hands-on, cultural fun activity.
90 min
What's included
- Usage of unique replicas of ancient toys, Commemorative gift , Map of the Garden (one per family)
- Liability Insurance
- Local VAT 24%
- Expert Facilitator
What's not included
- This experience is a family activity based on ancient greek games, it is NOT a guided tour.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In the case the National Garden is closed for any reason, the activity will take place at the green open area of Zappeion (right next to the National Garden). Meeting point remains the same.
- This is an outdoor experience therefore it requires good weather. In case it is canceled due to poor weather, you will be notified at least 3 hours ahead, and will be offered the option to choose between a different date, or a full refund.
- Attending this activity in public space means you consent to photo/video shooting which may occur within the course of this service, including the future publication of this material by us or the other participants. You may withdraw your consent at any time (before or after the workshop) by contacting us in writing. We shall not be held accountable for pictures and videos of you, taken by others during our services and for the use of such photo and video materials by those third parties.
- Facilitators/ Instructors are First Aid trained & certified, however, by law, they are not allowed to provide any medication, so please have your medication with you (especially for allergies, since you will be outdoors).
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
Semi private
From €45
Reviews
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