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

Poseidon
Poseidon

Poseidon was the God of the Sea and protector of all aquatic creatures. He was the brother of Zeus and Pluto. It has been said that when Cronus was overthrown, Poseidon himself became the lord of the sea.

Elefsina (Archaeological Site)
Elefsina (Archaeological Site)

Due to its strategic position, the settlement of Elefsina was developed to be a large fortified settlement during the Mycenaean period and was founded in 2000 B.C.. It was then that the cult of Demeter was introduced, that worshipped the deity connected to the growing of cereals and nature.

Low Price Business Hotels in Piraeus
Low Price Business Hotels in Piraeus

Piraeus offers many hotels with a simple standard. Many of these hotels are located near the port and have existed for several decades. They have been furnished in a functional way - especially useful for travelers and mariners.

Schinias National Park
Schinias National Park

The National Park of Schinias was declared in 2003 part of the Natura 2000 network, with the intention to preserve the most important coastal ecosystem of Attica. It is situated northeast of Attica, 40km from the center of Athens and covers an area of 13,840 acres.

Athens Olympic Museum
Athens Olympic Museum

The vision for the creation of an Olympic Museum in Athens had begun following the conclusion of the ATHENS 2004 28th Olympic Games. Founded on 2021 - marking the 125th anniversary of the 1st modern Olympics in Athens in 1896 and the revival of the Games.

Ifaistou Street
Ifaistou Street

One of the most important streets in Monastiraki is the market of Ifaistou Street and the adjacent small streets or otherwise known as the "Flea Market Monastiraki".

Pagrati & Mets
Pagrati & Mets

The areas of Pagrati and Mets, close to the center of Athens, full of coffee bars and dining hotspots, green landscapes are provided to enthusiastic visitors from all over the city.

Apollo
Apollo

Primarily connected with sun's daily trek across the morning sky, god of music, light, poetry, healing, truth and divination, the god Apollo ruled over almost all aspects of everyday life.

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

Theodoros Kourentzis "Utopia"
May
20
Mon
"Coppelia" by Edward Kluge at the National Opera
May
18
Sat
Antonis Staveris exhibition "in between"
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
Sun
Mixer Latin Night
May
19
Sun

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

ArtZone42

ArtZone42, located in Pagrati on Vasileos Konstantinos Avenue, was founded in 2007 and supports and promotes creators of art from Greece and abroad. In the small but fine gallery there are always exhibitions and art talks. more

Attica - The Department Store

Attica - The Department Store hosts over 360 shops and an array of over 860 designer names – with sectors of complete women’s, men’s, children’s fashion, homeware, accessories, cosmetics, café and restaurant. more

360 Cocktail Bar

360 Cocktail Bar is a breathtaking cocktail bar located directly on Monastiraki Square - in the corner building of Ifaistou Street. Go upstairs and enjoy a drink from a list of 70 inspiring cocktails, with the suplement of the Monastiraki Square and 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

Patralis (Fish Tavern)

At Patralis you will find many homemade dishes and of course fresh fish - all according to the original recipes from 1935. Among the special culinary highlights of this tavern are the crab salad, lobster spaghetti and the traditional fish plate ala more

B & E Goulandris Shop

The Art Museum in Pagrati has an excellent museum shop. At B & E Goulandris Shop you will find unique souvenirs and gifts that you won't find anywhere else. The large selection of books, posters, limited edition artworks, and prints and toys for more

Upupa Epops (Bar)

Upupa Epops is located within 3 aged buildings from the 1930s. The structures have been beautifully renovated, but the authentic character has been retained. Enjoy stunning decor with a lot of details. The bar offers coffee specialties, an extensive more

Boutique de la Parfumerie

In the Boutique de la Parfumerie you can find all the perfumes of well-known brands such as Bulgary, Burberry, Chanel, Kenzo, Giorgio Armani, Issey Miyake with a price under 10€ for 30 ml. All perfumes are exclusively Eau de Perfume, have 100% more

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