Activities for kids in 7 greek islands

Did you know that there are many Greek islands with amazing infrastructure that supports children in discovering new talents and spending their time in the most creative way? Whether you are a permanent resident or just passing by these islands offer you pleasant, educational and fascinating experiences that make them the best destinations for children(now even online). Book cheap ferry tickets with Let's Ferry and off you go!

Tinos
The Cycladic island is much more than a religious destination. Its beaches and villages attract thousands of visitors every year and occupancy is constantly high. The surprises kept for the island's tiny visitors are mostly about art and nature.

Port of Tinos

- An art workshop awaits children aged 4-10 to discover their talent, have fun and get more acquainted with colors, but also discover new ways to express their thoughts and feelings.
- Climbing for children with specialized trainers and equipment, as well as treasure hunting are some of the activities that are often organized in Tinos. Many kids find this as a great alternative for celebrating birthdays!

Art workshops for children in Tinos

Heraklion, Crete
The « Exploration Children's Museum» cultivates children's innate curiosity and offers intriguing ways for them to further explore the island. Being the first mobile children's museum in Greece, it organizes visits to schools, events in Heraklion as well as online happenings.

The castle of Heraklion

One of the most popular activities is its walking tours that you can take from home, traveling online to various corners of Crete and learning useful information about the history of each place.

Ikaria
Piano and guitar lessons are offered live and online at the « Music Workshop» of Ikaria, bringing together more than 60 students that every year organize a big summer concert. Similar music workshops exist in Kea, Santorini, Serifos and Sifnos.

Streets in Santorini

Corfu
The «Municipal and Regional Theater of Corfu» ( DIPETHEK) organizes workshops for children and adolescents, including a sensory program for very young children and infants, theatrical workshops for preschool children, theatrical play for primary school students and theatrical improvisation for teenagers.
Do not forget that you can also visit the « Corfu Aquarium» in Paleokastritsa that hosts many species from the wonderful world of the sea!

Corfu Aquarium in Corfu island

Limnos
Children who live or travel to Myrina, the capital of Limnos, are lucky enough to visit the « Permanent Exhibition on the History of Children's Toys and Books Collection». The large collection has many different toy sections, such as the steam locomotives, the Greek Evzones, rare books, puppets and much more. Admission to the exhibition is free. After your visit, drop by the castle of Myrina, where dozens of friendly deer will be very happy to meet you.

Books Collection in Limnos

Meanwhile, the « Music Workshop of Limnos» offers children as well as adults piano, choir and classical guitar lessons. Whenever needed, lessons can take place online.
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Paros
" Alkyoni", the Wildlife Care and Protection Association, is located in Kamares, Paros. This is a volunteer-based organization that gets frequent winter visits from schools. If you find yourself on the island while on holiday, you can visit them with the youngsters and learn how you can help a bird or wild animal that has been injured.

Wildlife Care and Protection Association in Paros

Syros
No wonder so many families choose Syros as their permanent residence! This is an island that has so much to offer, even during the winter.

Seaview in Syros island

A big part of the island's charm is the vibrant kids' scene with all the different activities designed especially for them! Keep notes:
- The Chess Association of Syros organizes a chess learning program in collaboration with the primary schools of the island. The courses are for all ages!
- On the island of the great musician of rebetiko, Markos Vamvakaris, music lessons are a must. The Great School of Markos, also known as " En Chordais & Organis", is a non-profit organization based in the Cycladic capital. Its purpose is to promote rebetiko and traditional - folk music and it offers children lessons to get to know and preserve the artistic tradition of the island.
- At the Industrial Museum in Ermoupolis, children can see the first electric car constructedin Greece! At the same time, special programs are organized, such as the one that took place recently, promoting zero waste production.

Organize your visit to the islands, book a spot in one of these wonderful workshops, but first make sure you make your online reservation for cheap ferry tickets through letsferry.com!