While travelling to Greece, you cannot miss the opportunity to visit Athens and the world-renowned monuments and museums. Athens is my home, and I am always in awe of her beauty, vibe and child-friendly atmosphere
The latest addition in educational activities in Athens is XPLORE Entertainment Center, the largest theme and educational park in Greece. Kids can experience science and discover the world around them through interactive installations and play. We spent an afternoon at the Science and Adventure theme, and we visited Oceans on a separate visit on a…
I am a huge Harry Potter fan and have read the books many years ago. My 10-year-old daughter is also an enthusiast and together with her little sister, she has also been watching most of the Harry Potter movies. We especially like that many characters, beasts and other elements of the Harry Potter books are…
To encourage every child to discover, to understand, to learn, to enjoy and to shape the world in which (s)he lives with a respect for individuality and an emphasis on teamwork. This mission statement is what the Hellenic Children’s Museum stands for. It is a non-profit organization of public welfare, legally established in Athens, Greece…
The holidays are over and a brand New Year lies ahead of us. Many of us made New Year Resolutions and these often include to spend more time with the people that we love. While weekdays are usually busy with work and school, weekends are ideal for reconnecting and spending quality time. If you love…
Are you in Athens this Christmas and do you need inspiration for your Christmas family outings? Here are some of my favourite things to do in Athens this Christmas with kids, all tried and tested by me and my little travellers. Stay tuned to the blog because this list will be constantly updated! Enjoy Athens…
In 2014, I participated for the first time in the Athens Marathon, also called “the Authentic”. Together with my coach and a training buddy, I ran the 10K race through the beautiful heart of Athens, my adopted home city for 20 plus years. It was an unforgettable experience. I will never forget the feeling when…
Looking for things to do in Athens with children? Search no more! Athens is a great city to visit with kids. There is so much to see and do and although it is an ancient city, Athens is constantly renewing and transforming itself. To stay up to do date with things to do in Athens,…
Yes, you can explore Athens with your baby! Athens is a hospitable city and young children are welcome everywhere. I have done it and you can do it too! Here are some suggestions for experiencing Athens with baby. Happy Exploring! To do in Athens with baby Syntagma Square and the Evzones My favourite place to…
Greece is once again second in the world on the Blue Flag 2019 quality award list for beaches, marinas and sustainable tourism boats, according to the Hellenic Society for the Protection of Nature (EEPF). Blue Flag 2019 The country ranked second on the Blue Flag 2019 quality award list among 47 countries with 515 beaches, 15 Greek marinas and four sustainable…
Are you looking for an exciting way to engage your (young) kids in the Athens Acropolis Museum and teach them more about ancient Greece? Are you visiting the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum and you are looking for an educator expert specially dedicated to kids and their imagination? My kids joined a creative workshop in…
Greece is less crowded During the hot summer season, popular Greek destinations can get very busy. The queues for the Acropolis are longer and the alleyways of the islands are filled with people. In May, the Greek islands will be a relaxing oasis with no crowds to spoil your stay. May is also the best…
Athens is full of ancient monuments that are interesting for kids. The ancient Agora is such a place. This archaeological site with its many ruins of buildings, temples and more can bring Athens ancient world to live. Kids will recognize the market place and its functions and will be captivated by its history and mythology…
If you want to be an artist, if you like painting and wine, if you are looking for art with kids in Athens, then read on about Like Picasso Events. Like Picasso Events & Entertainment provides event planning services focused in Art. This Athens based company organizes kids-friendly artistic gatherings in picturesque Athenian bars. During…
The Museum of Ancient Greek Technology Kostas Kotsanas The Museum of Ancient Greek Technology Kostas Kotsanas is located in the centre of Athens at 6 Pindarou Street in Kolonaki, and hosts two exhibitions: the permanent exhibition of the Ancient Greek Technology: the Origins of Technology and the periodic exhibition of the Ancient Greek Musical instruments. The…
Climb up the Acropolis On top of the list and a definite must see when visiting Athens with children is the Acropolis. Travel back to ancient Athens and show your kids the birthplace of democracy. If you enter the Acropolis archaeological site from the main entrance on Dionysou Areopagitou street, you will see not only…
One day in Athens with young kids All parents know that travelling and exploring with young children has its limitations. It is not possible to visit the ‘Top 5 Athens favourites’ in one day. And ‘24-hours’ usually means from ’6am – 8pm’ with a lot of breaks and maybe a nap or two. If your…
Related blog post about the most important family Christmas traditions and customs: Christmas-holidays-in-greece-with-kids In order to get the most out of Christmas in Athens with your kids, plan ahead to buy tickets, make reservations, and ensure you’re not shut out of any of the activities that make the city a magical place to visit at…
The bliss of this. The sheer, serene joy of not having to plan several weeks in advance a meal that will take about an hour to demolish. Not having to order a turkey or free-range goose before it’s too late. Enjoying a relaxing festive family meal together without the fuss and clean up! St. George…
It had been a while since our last family meal at the Byzantino Restaurant. And thus we ventured out to the Athens Hilton Hotel in the city center on a rainy Sunday in November. The hotel’s celebrated Byzantino Restaurant prides itself on being a ‘family-friendly haven’ during Sundays. This, and the fact it’s a bright, spacious…
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and a very long to-do list. For those looking to avoid the fuss, relax and let a chef take care of the cooking! There are several international hotels, restaurants, and organizations in Athens organizing Thanksgiving dinner. I have selected some of my favorite places suitable for celebrating Thanksgiving with…
It does not often rain in Athens. The city has a dry climate with hot summers and soft sunny winters. Nevertheless, the rain gods do appear once in a while, mostly in fall and spring. This does not mean that kids on Athens have to be bored. Mud puddles are great fun and there are…
Hi, Welcome to my blog! I am Celeste, mom of two girls who loves to travel. I have spent 24 years exploring beautiful Greece.
When my kids were born, it became my passion to find unique family destinations and experiences. I created this blog to share these with other parents.
If you need inspiration for planning your family vacation in Greece, I am here to help! As a passionate insider parent, I find the best hotels, places to visit and activities for kids. Join me as I explore Greece with my family!
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Family Experiences Blog is the first Family Travel Blog in Greece in the Dutch and English language. It reflects, real stories, first-hand experiences and the views of a well-travelled expat turned local insider mom.
