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Weaving & embroidery

Everything we found about looms, weaving and embroidery: hands-on workshops, cooperatives, museums with textile and costume collections, and shops selling handwoven goods. 15 options. Weaving workshops and museums are indoor, so they work on rainy days.

🧡 Live embroidery: we found no regular drop-in embroidery demo for 3–10 Nov. Goulandris Foundation embroidery events were in late Sept 2026 (past); SEN (Kolokotroni 3B) and Kypseli run embroidery courses (term-long, Greek), not visitor demos. An intensive embroidery residency (Loukia Richards) ran Aug/Oct 2026 for artists β€” not a family fit.

Sources: goulandris.gr Β· cultureisathens.gr Β· senedu.gr Β· resartis.org

Benaki Museum of Greek Culture (textiles) photo 1
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Benaki Museum of Greek Culture (textiles) photo 2
πŸ“· Damaskenos Michael (1530 - 1593) Details on Google Art Project Β· Public domain Β· Commons
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Benaki Museum of Greek Culture (textiles)

πŸ“ Central Athens Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~3 km Β· ~7 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~19 km Β· ~24 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: 5+ best
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): Ticket (check site)
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 10–18 Β· Thu 10–24 Β· Sun 10–16 Β· closed Tue.
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Modern, elevators.
Tips

Costumes, embroideries, dowry textiles β€” good embroidery viewing (no live demo confirmed).

Sources: benaki.org

Museum of Modern Greek Culture (annexes) photo 1
πŸ“· James Skene (1775-1864), "Old Mosque in Athens - 14 Dec 1839" Β· Public domain Β· Commons
Museum of Modern Greek Culture (annexes) photo 2
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Museum of Modern Greek Culture (annexes) photo 3
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Museum of Modern Greek Culture (annexes)

πŸ“ Plaka / Monastiraki Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~1 km Β· ~3 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~15 km Β· ~21 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: 5+
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): Ticket (check site)
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: Main building (Kydathineon 17) reported closed for renovation; annexes ~09:00–16:00 (22 Panos St β€œMan & Tools”, Tzistarakis Mosque, Bath House of the Winds).
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Varies by annex β€” unverified.
Tips

Crafts of pre-industrial life.

Sources: mnep.gr

Arachova weavers (Kiparissos coop, Arachova Loom, Folklore Museum) photo 1
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Arachova weavers (Kiparissos coop, Arachova Loom, Folklore Museum) photo 2
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Arachova weavers (Kiparissos coop, Arachova Loom, Folklore Museum) photo 3
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Arachova weavers (Kiparissos coop, Arachova Loom, Folklore Museum)

πŸ“ Mt Parnassos Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~167 km Β· ~156 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~153 km Β· ~144 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: All
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): Free to watch; lessons on request
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: ~950 m altitude: cold, pack coats. Folklore Museum Wed–Sun 11–18 (other listings 11–14 β€” confirm).
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Village lanes are sloped.
Tips

Kiparissos cooperative (est. 1985) offers lessons per old page β€” phone +30 22670 31519. Arachova Loom studio (Delfon St.) shows weaving & spinning: +30 693 711 1081.

Sources: onparnassos.gr Β· arachova.tripod.com Β· 619d31e74be06.site123.me Β· arachovamuseum.gr

Nafplio (+ Ethnological textiles museum) photo 1
πŸ“· George E. Koronaios Β· CC0 Β· Commons
Nafplio (+ Ethnological textiles museum) photo 2
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Nafplio (+ Ethnological textiles museum) photo 3
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Nafplio (+ Ethnological textiles museum)

πŸ“ Peloponnese Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~141 km Β· ~127 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~149 km Β· ~124 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: All
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): Palamidi ~€20
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: Palamidi 08:30–15:30; Ethnological Museum daily ~09–15.
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Old town flat; drive up to Palamidi (999 steps).
Tips

Long day or overnight.

Sources: cityofnafplio.net Β· bpf.gr

β€œJourney of Wool” family loom workshop photo 1
πŸ“· Rizarios Crafting School students and faculty Β· CC BY-SA 4.0 Β· Commons
β€œJourney of Wool” family loom workshop photo 2
πŸ“· Gary Todd from Xinzheng, China Β· CC0 Β· Commons
β€œJourney of Wool” family loom workshop photo 3
πŸ“· Rizarios Crafting School students and faculty Β· CC BY-SA 4.0 Β· Commons
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β€œJourney of Wool” family loom workshop

πŸ“ Makrygianni (central) Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~2 km Β· ~3 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~15 km Β· ~20 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: Kids + grandparents (ask about the 3-y-o)
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): Price on request
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: By booking; ~1.5–2 h.
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Seated weaving.
Tips

Each child weaves on their own loom and takes it home. info@athensforkids.com Β· +30 697 233 0969.

Sources: athensforkids.com

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Arachne theatrical weaving – Athens Living Museum

πŸ“ Central Athens (Praxitelous 40) Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~2 km Β· ~3 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~16 km Β· ~22 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: 5+ officially
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): ~€40 (15+), ~€25 child 5–14; discounts 10+
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: By booking.
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Seated.
Tips

Actress tells the Athena-vs-Arachne myth while you weave an evil eye.

Sources: athenslivingmuseum.com

Loom weaving workshop (Truevoyagers) photo 1
πŸ“· Rizarios Crafting School students and faculty Β· CC BY-SA 4.0 Β· Commons
Loom weaving workshop (Truevoyagers) photo 2
πŸ“· Gary Todd from Xinzheng, China Β· CC0 Β· Commons
Loom weaving workshop (Truevoyagers) photo 3
πŸ“· Rizarios Crafting School students and faculty Β· CC BY-SA 4.0 Β· Commons
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Loom weaving workshop (Truevoyagers)

πŸ“ Central Athens (meet Propileon 15) Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~2 km Β· ~4 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~16 km Β· ~21 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: Children & adults, families
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): Price on booking site (not verified)
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: 2 h Β· Tue 11:00, Thu & Sat 18:30.
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Seated; studio tour + film + weaving.
Tips

Tour of weaving-tools exhibition, film on wool prep, then weave your own piece on frame/traditional looms. Map pin is the street (approx.).

Sources: truevoyagers.com

Greek weaving art workshop (Trekking Hellas) photo 1
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Greek weaving art workshop (Trekking Hellas) photo 2
πŸ“· Gary Todd from Xinzheng, China Β· CC0 Β· Commons
Greek weaving art workshop (Trekking Hellas) photo 3
πŸ“· Rizarios Crafting School students and faculty Β· CC BY-SA 4.0 Β· Commons
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Greek weaving art workshop (Trekking Hellas)

πŸ“ Trekking Hellas Athens office (location not mapped) Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: n/a
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: n/a
  • πŸ§’ Ages: 8+ (minimum age)
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): ~€170 pp for 5–10 people (more for smaller groups)
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: Year-round Mon–Sat, 10:00–13:00.
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Seated.
Tips

Make a bag or sous-plat; kids make a bookmark/key chain/bracelet. Too old for the 3–7s; pricey.

Sources: trekking.gr

SEN Historic Weaving Factory (Heritage Looms) photo 1
πŸ“· SEN Heritage Looms - Sophia Tsourinaki Β· CC BY-SA 4.0 Β· Commons
SEN Historic Weaving Factory (Heritage Looms) photo 2
πŸ“· SEN Heritage Looms - Sophia Tsourinaki Β· CC BY-SA 4.0 Β· Commons
SEN Historic Weaving Factory (Heritage Looms) photo 3
πŸ“· SEN Heritage Looms - Sophia Tsourinaki Β· CC BY-SA 4.0 Β· Commons
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SEN Historic Weaving Factory (Heritage Looms)

πŸ“ Amalias 38, by Plaka Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~1 km Β· ~2 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~15 km Β· ~20 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: Adults & older kids (classes)
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): Classes priced by SEN (Greek-language)
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: Weekly weaving/dyeing seminars (e.g. frame weaving Wed 17:00–18:50). First floor shows rare pre-industrial weaving tools during Open House Athens. Regular drop-in visiting hours NOT verified β€” contact +30 210 3238918.
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Unverified.
Tips

Founded 1872 by a women’s society; oldest surviving 19th-c. hand-weaving community in Greece. Map pin is the street address (approx.).

Sources: senedu.gr Β· openhouseathens.gr Β· commons.wikimedia.org

SEN embroidery & weaving shop (Pratirio) photo 1
πŸ“· SEN Heritage Looms - Sophia Tsourinaki Β· CC BY-SA 4.0 Β· Commons
SEN embroidery & weaving shop (Pratirio) photo 2
πŸ“· SEN Heritage Looms - Sophia Tsourinaki Β· CC BY-SA 4.0 Β· Commons
SEN embroidery & weaving shop (Pratirio) photo 3
πŸ“· SEN Heritage Looms - Sophia Tsourinaki Β· CC BY-SA 4.0 Β· Commons
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SEN embroidery & weaving shop (Pratirio)

πŸ“ Kolokotroni 3, central Athens Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~1 km Β· ~2 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~14 km Β· ~20 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: All
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): Shop prices vary
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: Hours not verified β€” check before going.
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Unverified.
Tips

Embroidery & woven-goods workshop with shop opposite: tablecloths, runners, traditional embroideries, kilims, cushions, small gifts. SEN also runs embroidery classes (Kolokotroni 3B).

Sources: senedu.gr Β· senedu.gr

Angeliki Hatzimichali Museum of Folk Art & Tradition photo 1
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Angeliki Hatzimichali Museum of Folk Art & Tradition photo 2
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Angeliki Hatzimichali Museum of Folk Art & Tradition photo 3
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Angeliki Hatzimichali Museum of Folk Art & Tradition

πŸ“ Plaka Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~1 km Β· ~2 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~15 km Β· ~21 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: All
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): Free
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: Tue–Fri 11:00–16:00, Sat–Sun 10:00–15:00, closed Mon (older city page lists different hours β€” confirm).
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Historic mansion; accessibility unverified.
Tips

Greek folk culture collections in the home of the first Greek woman folklorist; free guided tours/education by arrangement: +30 210 3243987.

Sources: opanda.gr Β· daysofart.gr Β· old.cityofathens.gr

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Lyceum Club of Greek Women – Costume Museum

πŸ“ Kolonaki Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~1 km Β· ~2 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~15 km Β· ~20 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: 5+
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): ~€3; families with 4+ children free
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: CONFLICTING: official page said closed until end of 2025; a May 2026 report lists Mon–Sat 10–14 & 17–20. Call +30 210 3629513.
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Unverified.
Tips

Regional costumes, jewellery, dolls in regional costumes; embroidered dress.

Sources: lykeionellinidon.com Β· lykeionellinidon.com Β· athens24.com

Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation museum, Nafplio photo 1
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Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation museum, Nafplio photo 2
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Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation museum, Nafplio photo 3
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Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation museum, Nafplio

πŸ“ Nafplio (Peloponnese) Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~141 km Β· ~127 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~149 km Β· ~124 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: All
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): Ticket (check site)
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: Daily ~09–15 (per earlier research).
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Unverified.
Tips

β€œNatural textiles” exhibition. Combine with a Nafplio day.

Sources: bpf.gr

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Double Axe (Diplous Pelekis) – Greek art shop

πŸ“ Voulis 7 (Bolani arcade), central Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~1 km Β· ~1 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~14 km Β· ~20 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: All
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): Shop prices vary
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: Mon & Wed 10–16:30; Tue, Thu, Fri 10–19:30; Sat 10–15:30.
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Arcade shop.
Tips

Est. 1925; sells hand-woven products by skilled artists.

Sources: diplouspelekis.gr

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Pure Greek Village shop

πŸ“ Adrianou 127, Plaka Β· show on map

  • πŸš— From Syntagma: ~1 km Β· ~3 min
  • πŸš— From Kifisia: ~15 km Β· ~22 min
  • πŸ§’ Ages: All
  • πŸ’Ά Cost (approx.): Shop prices vary
  • πŸ—“οΈ November: Hours not verified.
  • πŸ‘΅ Grandma: Street level in Plaka.
Tips

Souvenir shop that lists handmade woven items with Greek symbols. Map pin = street (approx.).

Sources: puregreekvillage.gr