Ancient diet: What did the ancient Athenians eat?

Did you know that in ancient Greece there was no chocolate? Neither sugar? Nor potatoes, tomatoes, rice, spaghetti, bananas and oranges? So, what did the ancient Athenians eat? Α walk around the Museum’s galleries, observing, playing and explaining will help children understand eating habits of ancient people. We will invite them to get acquainted with ordinary or strange vessels, to talk about food and favourite recipes of the ancient Athenians and learn about the benefits of a balanced diet.

The program is created and carried out by the Department of Educational Programs of the Acropolis Museum.

  Useful information
School grades Kindergarten & 1st - 3rd grades Elementary/Primary school
Days

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

10:30

Duration

90 minutes

Possible delay on your arrival may result in a modification of the duration of the program.

Number of participants Limited to 50 students per school and per school year.
Schools abroad Foreign schools and Greek schools located abroad can make a reservation by sending an email at least one month prior to the planned visit, to [email protected]. The programs can be offered either in Greek or English.

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