A Visit to Estia
About Estia
Having opened our doors to the public, Estia is a unique, welcoming, and spacious cultural hub in the heart of Pelion.
Here, the experience is a visit to a place where art and culture are celebrated with the grandeur they deserve.
- Experience Traditional Greek Art: Immerse yourself in the making of traditional Greek applied arts.
- Enjoy an Event: Participate in a cultural event hosted at our venue.
- Watch and Learn: Observe and learn from skilled artisans.
- Create in Our Workshop: Get hands-on and create your own piece of art in our workshop.
- Enjoy a Fragrant Cup of Tea with a Mountain View: Relax and savor a cup of tea while enjoying the stunning view of Volos.
- Read a Book from Our Unique Lending Library: Spend some time with a good book from our exclusive library.
- Buy a Special Souvenir from Thessaly: Take home a unique keepsake that embodies the spirit of Thessaly.
- Organize your Event: Plan and host your event in our versatile space.
Workshops: At Estia, you can experience Greek traditional applied arts through our regular workshops in ceramics, weaving, or other crafts. Whether you prefer recurring lessons or a one-time experience, we offer a variety of options.
Events: Selected high-quality events come to life at Estia, including musical, theatrical, and visual arts performances, as well as literary activities. You can find all the necessary information to choose the event you wish to attend on our event calendar.
Gift shop: The Estia gift shop was created not just to provide visitors with a souvenir, but to offer objects of Greek art that carry a piece of the Greek soul. Our shop features items created in Thessaly, books by local authors, and exclusive gifts with the Estia signature.
Hub – Cafe – Bistro: Estia’s cafe offers much more than just coffee. With high-speed internet for remote workers, a lending library for book lovers, a beautiful view of Volos and Makrinitsa, and a locally inspired menu of snacks and drinks, our cafe is the perfect place to relax. Located on an impressive balcony on the upper level, it provides visitors with a stunning view of the workshops and events happening on the ground floor.
Venue Rental: If all of the above seems enticing, Estia also offers its spaces for you to organize your own event or activity here. With services like audiovisual equipment and catering, our venue can support a wide range of projects.