Dessert-Style Candle-Making Workshop in Athens
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $39 / person
- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Languages
- EL, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Awesome Athens Experiences
- Meeting point
- Inside The Art Lab, Athens, Aigaleo 8, Gazi. Please come inside the studio — your host will be waiting to welcome you. Look for the “The Art Lab” sign and colorful art outside the entrance. Closest metro: Kerameikos (Blue Line), 5-minute walk
Description
This is not a typical candle-making class. Travelers create a candle that looks like a real dessert — colorful, layered, playful, and almost good enough to eat. The workshop takes place inside The Art Lab, a cozy local creative studio in Gazi, one of Athens’ most vibrant neighborhoods. Instead of following one fixed design, each traveler can personalize their candle with their own colors, scent, layers, and decorative wax “toppings.” It’s beginner-friendly, relaxed, and highly visual, making it perfect for travelers who want a creative break from sightseeing, beautiful photos, and a unique handmade souvenir to take home from Athens.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 18–60)
- $39
- Senior (ages 61+)
- $39
- Youth (ages 15–17)
- $37
- Child (ages 10–14)
- $37
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:34 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Packaging for safe transport
All candle-making materials and tools
Colored soy wax
Guidance throughout the workshop
Jar or dessert-style container
Decorative wax elements (“toppings”)
Not included
Food and drinks
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Additional candles or extra designs beyond the standard workshop creation (available on request)
How it compares in Athens
- Starting price $39 is 42% below the typical $67 for tours of similar length in Athens
Excurgo comparison of 4,138 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dessert-Style Candle-Making Workshop in Athens take?
Dessert-Style Candle-Making Workshop in Athens lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Dessert-Style Candle-Making Workshop in Athens cost?
Prices start at $39 per person for this Athens experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Dessert-Style Candle-Making Workshop in Athens run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM.
How much does Dessert-Style Candle-Making Workshop in Athens cost for children?
Children aged 10–14 pay from $37, adults from $39.
Can I cancel Dessert-Style Candle-Making Workshop in Athens for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Inside The Art Lab, Athens, Aigaleo 8, Gazi. Please come inside the studio — your host will be waiting to welcome you. Look for the “The Art Lab” sign and colorful art outside the entrance. Closest metro: Kerameikos (Blue Line), 5-minute walk. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Dessert-Style Candle-Making Workshop in Athens offered in?
The experience is available in EL, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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