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

Collections of the Byzantine & Christian Museum
Collections of the Byzantine & Christian Museum

The exhibits of the Byzantine & Christian Museum are displayed in chronological order to trace the development of early Christian and Greek Byzantium. A journey through art and history.

Shopping on Stadiou Street
Shopping on Stadiou Street

Stadiou Street is a major shopping street which took its name from the Kallimarmaro Stadium (Panathenaic Stadium). It connects Omonoia Square with Syntagma Square, the Old Parliament House, and Klafthmonos Square and it is parallel with Panepistimiou and Akadimias Streets.

Hills of Athens
Hills of Athens

If you have ever been in even-level cities, you should have notices that they lack points offering view. This may be the essential difference from the cities with hypsometrical ranges and fortunately Athens belongs to the later.

Modern Museum & Foundations Buildings
Modern Museum & Foundations Buildings

For a long time it was frowned upon to place historical finds in modern buildings. Today, it is quite stylish if you manage to combine the old with the modern and thus create a new work of art.

Proastiakos (Suburban Railway)
Proastiakos (Suburban Railway)

The suburban railway (also known as the 'Proastiakos') has brought a new wealth of choices to getting around in and around Athens. It services greater outer suburbs of the city that were not otherwise covered by other means of public transportation, passing areas such a Pallini, Kantza and Koropi.

Athens Travel Agencies & Services
Athens Travel Agencies & Services

In a travel agency (whether online or offline) you will find all the information you need to simplify your personal travel planning.

Solariums in Athens
Solariums in Athens

There are numerous venues that currently offer this service to choose from and get that tanning glow! For many people, the use of a solarium gives them a tan along with a feeling of well-being.

Car Rental Companies in Athens
Car Rental Companies in Athens

The offices of the car rental companies can be found at all ports (Piraeus and Rafina) and also at the International Airport, as well as across the Athens metropolitan area. In the center of Athens, many car rental companies have established their offices preferentially on Syngrou Avenue.

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

"Romeo and Juliet" at the Athens Concert Hall
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
RedRoom Nights
May
19
Sun

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Treno sto Rouf (Bar & Restaurant)

This theme restaurant is located only 10 minutes from the area of Gazi. Here you can embark on a journey of taste and culture in the cozy old coaches of an abandoned railway. A romantic dinner in a pre-war Italian dining car, or an unforgettable more

Villa Grigio 46 (Bar & Restaurant)

Inside a beautiful courtyard with trees and an interior space of minimalistic aesthetics with a half-light, there is the "Villa Grigio 46" - an ideal destination for an evening outing. Here you will discover fine wines from Italy and Greece. 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

Sardelaki (Fish Tavern)

Sardelaki offers more of seafood appetizer plates like small fry and kalamari, than it does big catches. Mostly an outdoor seating area with quick service and fresh ingredients, it's a great choice for customers who are on a budget. more

Sklavenitis (Supermarket)

This mega-supermarket is the closest to the city center and offers a good selection of greek and international products. The company is the largest retail group in Greece with 500 supermarkets in Greece and Cyprus. more

Mosaiko Cocktail Bar

This indie bar serves super cocktails, like vodka vanilla, bio orange marmalade, elderflower lime chili, secret herb, and more. Mosaiko is the representation of a light alternative pop-rock pub in Glyfada. more

The Apivita Experience Store

"Apivita" combines natural ingredients, extracts from plants of the Greek flora, bee products of high biological value, and organic essential oils. The formulas contain 85% to 100% natural ingredients and are at the cutting edge of "green" cosmetics. more

Media Markt Athens

This European multimedia mega-store offers smartphones, computers & software, household electronics and much, much more at incredibly competitive prices. Photo Services: Their department is prepared to print photographs from both digital and manual more

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