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

Stavros Niarchos Park
Stavros Niarchos Park

The Stavros Niarchos Park is a welcoming and open space park with an area of ​​170 acres, which reflects the aspects of the Greek countryside.

Late Byzantine Period (1081-1204)
Late Byzantine Period (1081-1204)

The 11th and 12th Centuries are for Athens a stage of development that shapes the city into an important commercial center. During this time, Byzantine art flourished in Athens and all the important Byzantine churches in the area were constructed.

Shopping in Glyfada
Shopping in Glyfada

Glyfada attracts many residents of the southern suburbs for shopping and entertainment. Daily, but mostly on Saturdays, you may spot some celebrities around with bags on hands, walking around this unique shopping paradise.

Collections of the Archaeological Museum of Piraeus
Collections of the Archaeological Museum of Piraeus

The museum's displayed objects are generally separated into sections consisting of a prehistoric collection (Mycenaean), Pottery collection, bronze statues, a reconstruction of a typical classical sanctuary (Cybele's), classical gravestones, large funerary monuments, Hellenistic and Roman sculptures.

Outlet Shopping in Athens
Outlet Shopping in Athens

Most of the Outlet Shopping Centers are located outside of the city, have excellent public transport connections, and offer fashion from well-known brands for women, men, and children which is up to 70% reduced.

Catholic Weddings in Greece
Catholic Weddings in Greece

There are about 50,000 practicing Catholics in Greece. Tourism, mixed marriages, permanent residency of Western Europeans and Americans in the Greek islands and the free movement of citizens of the European Union cause the increasing presence of foreign Catholics in Greece.

The Eleusinian Mysteries
The Eleusinian Mysteries

The secret rituals of the Eleusinian Mysteries, also known as the Rites of Eleusis, were observed regularly between 1600 BCE and 392 CE. The Eleusinian Mysteries were held each year at Eleusis, 14 miles west of Athens, around the end of September.

Sports Bars in Athens
Sports Bars in Athens

The abundance of sports fans in Greece is possibly equal to its population. For this reason, many bars have specifically molded themselves to serve this large niche. Many specialize solely in Greek athletics, but a number of venues can be found that play world-wide sports on a regular basis for their patrons.

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

Above us the waves "15 Years Waving"
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Konstantinos Patsios exhibition "My father had a big nose"
May
18
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Underground Youth Orchestra "In a Romantic Mood"
May
19
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"¡Viva España! II" at the Municipal Music Theater Maria Callas
May
18
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Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
May
18
Sat
No More Fake Disco with Sadar Bahar
May
19
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Mixer Latin Night
May
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ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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

The Greco's Project (Grill House)

"The Greco's project" offers mediterranean cuisine with an extensive menu ranging from traditional meat dishes, fresh salads, appetizers and vegetarian choices. more

Jack's Lounge Glyfada

"Jack's Lounge" in southern Glyfada is a hip, chic place that offers refined International and Greek modern cuisine. It also boasts a wide range of cocktails where every detail is meticulously attended to and music events in an intimate atmosphere. more

Riviera Coast (Bar & Restaurant)

The Riviera Coast is an enchanting environment, very nicely landscaped, with proper lighting, with nice view to the sea and tables next to the beach. It works from morning for coffee, night drink and with an excellent restaurant. more

Skroutz.gr (Online Comparison)

The largest online comparison shopping platform in Greece offering the best possible prices. At Skroutz.gr customers can make their purchases for over 12 million products in over 6,500 online stores. more

To Chantradiko

A world of beads awaits you. Take a small basket and fill it with beads, laces, chains, semiprecious stones, faux jewelry, corals, pearls, crystals and other related materials. There is a section in the shop with silver accessories for your projects more

Praktiker Hellas

"Praktiker Hellas" is the largest home improvement and DIY network with an e-shop and stores all over Greece. The representatives help you with ideas, solutions, and services for home and garden. more

Won Ton (Chinese Restaurant & Sushi)

The vision of this Chinese restaurant & sushi bar is to create a unique space where every customer can feel the distinctive tones of Asian hospitality. Here, the purest and strictest ingredients are used to create characteristic Asian dishes, from more

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