Athens · WORKSHOPS
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Good workshops sell out in Athens; the great ones sell out first. Below are the 15 best, with current prices and what sets each one apart, so you can book before the calendar fills.
Market walk and hands-on Greek cooking in Athens with wine and take-home recipes, featuring classic dishes like spanakopita and tzatziki.
“The instructor is a national treasure. So silly and fun while also being helpful and encouraging. I was expecting it to be fun but it was even better than expected.”
Shop Varvakios Agora with your cook, make Greek classics, then eat your creations with wine in a 4-hour Athens class.
“It was fantastic experience. I loved every moment of it. I am so glad I took the course. Learned so much about the food and culture. Thank you”
Small-group Greek cooking class in Athens, then a 3-course rooftop dinner with Acropolis views. 4 hours, from $120.93.
“Stamatis was great! He made sure everyone was involved and helped out when needed. The food was great! Definitely recommend this class!”
Athens small-group cooking class and dinner in a city-center taverna. Cook Greek starters, lamb, dolmas and dessert with Acropolis views.
“A thorough cooking lesson in a relaxed environment with a great view and thoughtful teacher. Thank you for all the top tips Estella”
Athens cooking class with moussaka, spanakopita, and rooftop dinner views of the Acropolis at night. Hands-on, social, and vegetarian-friendly.
“The cookery class was fun, inclusive and fast paced. Thank you! We had fun, this was our highlight of our visit to Athens. J&Bx”
Hands-on Greek Sunday dinner class at Hill Athens: cook a 3-course meal, sip wine, and take home recipe copies.
“Niki was amazing. She took her time, answered questions and did a great job keeping our girls engaged. The restaurant was beautiful and the staff was great. The food creations were perfect, we will certainly try to recreate these at home!”
Cook and eat a six-dish Greek menu in Athens for 3 hours, with wine and Greek spirits, plus PDF recipes after, with Acropolis-area views.
“This was a wonderful experience! The food was delicious and authentic. Our instructor very informative and friendly! My husband and I had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend!”
Skip the airport maze with a Mercedes-Benz private transfer to central Athens, met at arrival with clear signage, Wi‑Fi, and WhatsApp.
“We had a great experience with this transfer. Our flight into Athens on a Friday night ran about an hour late, but Alexis was waiting for us patiently with a sign with our name. The station wagon was perfect for our family of four. We would have otherwise needed two taxis to accommodate us and our luggage. Or we would have needed a minibus at a higher price. Though we didn't expect Alexis to serve as a guide, he was very informative during our drive into town. As a nice surprise, he made a detour to Mount Lycabettus on our way to the hotel to give us an awesome nighttime…”
Athens gyro class where you make pita, tzatziki, spicy feta spread, and a Greek cheesecake from scratch with drinks and small-group help.
“For our family, this was the perfect cooking experience! We try to find cooking classes when we travel to experience a different side of the cultures. This class definitely delivers a family spirit with Dionysia, her husband & son all pitching in to help our small group. Dionysia has a great background story for her business & the family is all-in on supporting its success which is inspiring to see. Most importantly for us, the class was a hit with our young adult children. We each cooked typical Greek recipes we know & love, so the kids came away happy & confident they could replicate their favorites at home. We…”
Hands-on vegan Greek cooking in Koukaki near the Acropolis. Make moussaka, spanakopita, almond feta, plus wine and dinner.
“So much fun! Our host, Konstantinos, made sure everyone is happy with the tasks we got. Overall, I cooked 4 dishes, and I'm happy about this number. In general, it was like 8-9 plates on the table, and everything was super delicious. Also, there was soooo much food, so come hungry! I think we hardly ate half of what we cooked. I went with my friend, who is not vegetarian, and she claimed it was the best moussaka she had ever tried! Highly recommend this activity to anyone!”
Athens Kerameikos stone house cooking class with a small group. Cook 6 Greek dishes, shop a local market, then eat in the garden.
“It was lovely! We were able to share a great experience im making traditional Greek food and the best part was it was really tasty and mouthwatering! Who would’ve thought that it is easy to make those dish.”
Hands-on Athens cooking class in a garden courtyard. Small group, family recipes, and a full lunch you can repeat at home.
“This was a fast, fantastic way to get to know the cuisines of Athens. We will incorporate cooking classes in our international travel from now on.”
Shop Athens Central Market ingredients, then cook a 3-course Greek meal in a garden home with unlimited wine and ouzo.
“Great experience and learned all about Greek cuisine through the class. Natalia was wonderful and we really had a fun time!”
Handmake Greek leather sandals in a Riviera workshop with Marianna and Dimitris. Choose designs and colors, then take your custom pair home.
“It was an incredible experience. I can't thank Marianne and Dimitri enough. They have an amazing business. The location is beautiful, surrounded by nature. The garden and workshop area are decorated with incredible details. Their hospitality is beyond words; it was wonderful. The sandal style I chose was something they hadn't made before, but they were so supportive, and the result was beyond my wildest dreams. If I lived here, I would go more often. But I can promise I will come back. Alana. 🥰”
Create your own Greek wine blend in a 2-hour Athens workshop. Taste cheeses and grapes, label your bottle, and take it home.
“We had so much fun! You get to learn about the wines, then taste, then create. After creating you cork, wax seal, and create your own label. Host was very inviting and informative! We can’t wait to take our creations home to enjoy.”
