Explore the Acropolis to travel back in time to the world of the Ancient Greeks. Teach older kids about the concept of democracy in the place where it all started. You can take a guided, mythology-themed tour or wander the ruins on your own. If you enter through the main gate, you will be able to see the Parthenon in front of you.
To see a different side of the Greek capital, take the kids to the Athens Zoological Park. Here you can see thousands of species, from dolphins to camels to elephants. The park is also stroller-friendly, with baby-changing facilities and picnic areas.
The beaches of Santorini are lovely for families with children. The waves are typically gentle and kids can spend hours building sandcastles and exploring rock pools. There are also half-day snorkel trips available from Santorini. These will be ideal for older kids to see the myriad of marine life along the coast.
On the island Crete, the kids can spend days at the beaches, playing on the pink sand, and splashing safely in calm water. On days off from the beach, you will find short hiking trails leading to quaint villages all over the island. The Dikteon caves on the Lasithi Plateau are where Rhea gave birth to Zeus in Greek mythology. Today, you can enjoy a guided tour of the caves to see incredible stalactites.
