Saturday, 18 May 2024
Acropolis Museum with free entrance on International Museum Day
Acropolis Museum with free entrance on International Museum Day

It will also stay open longer, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., while the restaurant will be serving until midnight.  As on every weekend, visitors can enjoy the gallery tour “Saturday in the Museum with 20+1 masterpieces,” where archaeologists reveal the stories behind selected masterpieces.  To register for a spot on th...

Greece rescues 42 migrants off Crete, searches for 3 missing
Greece rescues 42 migrants off Crete, searches for 3 missing

A coastguard official said the migrants were rescued by commercial vessels and a Greek navy helicopter some 27 nautical miles southwest of Crete. It was not clear what happened to their boat, the official told Reuters on condition of anonymity, adding that a search and rescue operation for the missing was under way...

Greece arrests suspected criminal gang leader wanted by Turkey
Greece arrests suspected criminal gang leader wanted by Turkey

Police acted on an international warrant and arrested the 29-year old man on Friday last week following an initial tipoff by the Turkish intelligence service. Turkey has also issued 14 arrest warrants against him, sources said, adding that the extradition process had been initiated. The man was named as Ramaza...

Event with theme "Olympism and the Olympic Truce, sport in the service of peace" was held at UNESCO HQ
Event with theme "Olympism and the Olympic Truce, sport in the service of peace" was held at UNESCO HQ

An event on "Olympism and the Olympic Truce, sport in the service of peace" took place on Wednesday, May 15th, at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris, under the auspices of the Permanent Representatives of Greece and France to UNESCO, Giorgos Koumoutsakou and Philippe Frank.

Brief clashes erupt after pro-Palestinian march to Israeli embassy in Athens
Brief clashes erupt after pro-Palestinian march to Israeli embassy in Athens

Greek police clashed with protesters after a pro-Palestinian march to the Israeli embassy in Athens on Wednesday, Reuters witnesses and police officials said.

Fire erupts again in western Athens
Fire erupts again in western Athens

Strong firefighting forces mobilized Wednesday against a fire in the western Athenian suburb of Aigaleo, burning low vegetation.

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ATHENS GUIDE

Aristotelis Onassis
Aristotelis Onassis

The famous Greek tycoon, Aristotelis Onassis, was born in Smyrna in 1906. In 1922 came to Greece as a refugee to immigrate later on to Argentina. He bought his first ship in 1932, and in 1946, he married the daughter of ship owner, Stavros Livanos, Athina-Tina.

Eating & drinking in Elefsina
Eating & drinking in Elefsina

Welcome to Elefsina, a small town situated in the heart of Greece, known for its rich history and stunning landscapes.

Sightseeing on Syngrou Avenue
Sightseeing on Syngrou Avenue

Syngrou Avenue is a direct connection from the center of Athens to the seaside suburb of Paleo Faliro. The city highway has several exits and on the parallel street there are many attractive shops, restaurants, car dealerships, electronics chains, and cultural institutions.

Jewish Weddings in Greece
Jewish Weddings in Greece

Marriage in Jewish Synagogue Jewish weddings can take place in a Synagogue, at home or outdoors. Many couples choose to get married outdoors, as a remembrance of God's promise to Abraham that he would have many descendants, as many as the stars in the sky. The Rabbi reads the marriage contract, with its terms and commitments for the married life.

History of Athens
History of Athens

If someone were to pose the question, "Which is one of the most significant cities in all the chronicles of history," surely one of the most popular answers would be, Athens, Greece. The reason is simple. There are very few cities like Athens that have exhibited such major contributions to the shaping of human history and the spirit of humanity.

Athens Wedding Guide
Athens Wedding Guide

One can say that a living & breathing heaven on earth for getting married can be found in Greece. It is officially recognized as one of the most beautiful countries worldwide and a top tourist destination.

Andreas Papandreou
Andreas Papandreou

Andreas Papandreou was born on 5th February 1919 in Patra. He was the son of former Prime Minister George Papandreou. He was a Greek economist, a socialist politician and the founder of PAK and later on of PASOK.

Sightseeing in Voula & Vouliagmeni
Sightseeing in Voula & Vouliagmeni

The route of the Athens Tram, with which you can go along the entire Athenian Riviera, ends in Voula. The suburb offers lots of fun and action.

ATHENS LIFESTYLE

Gastronomy in Athens
Gastronomy in Athens

When recalling the Athens of many years ago, we remember a less outlandish manner of the life led then. The change in this situation can only be positive from a gastronomic point of view.

Nightlife in Athens
Nightlife in Athens

Athens by night is something that has made the city famous for many decades. For someone to be able to state that they know about going out in Athens, they must have visited dozens of the most well known venues in the valley and surrounding areas.

Shopping in Athens
Shopping in Athens

Like all major metropolitan areas, the City of Athens has much to offer visitors in the way of shopping. We panelled Greek consumers to discover their preferences and experiences with the international chains that operate in the country in recent years.

Sporting Activities in Athens
Sporting Activities in Athens

In the country that gave birth to the Olympic Games, there are a large number of stadiums, athletic clubs, training centers and sports courts - many of which host major international athletic events.

Wellness in Athens
Wellness in Athens

Taking care of oneself has become somewhat of a priority in Athens – a city that not only followed the trends of all other major metropolitan areas but might have possibly surpassed many of them.

Entertainment in Athens
Entertainment in Athens

Want to have fun? The cinema's and fun parks of Athens are definitely the places to check out when you just want to get away from it all.

Outdoor & Nature
Outdoor & Nature

Athens is a city of great outdoors with many activities and opportunities to enjoy nature and wildlife in a mild Mediterranean climate.

ATHENS EVENTS

Danae Anesiadou exhibition D-POSSESSIONS
May
18
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Miss Monique at Bolivar 18.05
May
18
Sat
Twinsanity - 10 years anniversary
May
18
Sat
"¡Viva España! II" at the Municipal Music Theater Maria Callas
May
18
Sat
Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
May
18
Sat
No More Fake Disco with Sadar Bahar
May
19
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RedRoom Nights
May
19
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ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

The Scent

This temple of beauty comes at highly attractive prices with raw materials from natural ingredients. Bottles, perfumes, handmade soaps, fragrant creams for the body and hands, lip glosses, oils and salts. Many small gifts and articles for the more

Elias Gi (Restaurant)

"Eleas Gi" is the title of a legendary Greek story of the honored "olive tree". Therefore, everything is cooked with extra virgin olive oil, which is always added at the end, so we as to offer the authenticity of the Greek cuisine where indisputably more

Daphne's Restaurant

Daphne's Restaurant on Lysikratous Square offers Greek and International cuisine. The indoor sitting room is quite attractive, but in the summer is more preferable to sit outside. A preferred destination of visiting public figures from the more

Korres (Natural Cosmetics)

At Korres you will find great products for hair, body and face care, all manufacturer in Greece based on the advantages of natural ingredients. The goal of Korres is to develop innovative and clinically effective skincare products based on natural more

To Lexikopoleio (Bookstore)

A special kind of bookstore, because the owners know their profession and support the customers with valuable tips and recommendations. Here you will also find a large repertoire of foreign language books, especially French. Otherwise, the rule here is: rummage around to find the one or other gem. more

To Steki (Mezedopoleio)

Mezedolopeio "To Steki", located in the main town Aegina, directly at the port, behind the fish market. Every weekend there is live music with the voice of Nikolas Mavros, who offers you a wide repertoire of traditional Greek music and rebetiko. more

Novagea (Juices & Smoothies)

Novagea offers fresh juices without added preservatives, diluted with water or ice. With fragrant and delicious flavors you fortify your body, while you hydrating it and give it valuable, needed vitamins. If you are hungry their yogurt, fruit salads more

Kappari (Restaurant)

A cozy restaurant with yummy tastes like its amazing appetizers entrees - a Greek one named "rebithia stifado" (white beans & onions) with bacon and parmesan, mushrooms pleurotus with balsamico, meatballs with cheese, "Bekri meze", chicken with more

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