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

Mitropoleos Street
Mitropoleos Street

The Mitropoleos Street in Athens is a reflection of the city itself - a blend of historical significance and modern-day living. The street has its origins in ancient times but has been redesigned and reimagined multiple times over the centuries.

Christian & Theophilus Hansen
Christian & Theophilus Hansen

Athens is a city renowned for its beautiful and unique architecture. Some of these iconic and inimitable buildings include the Observatory, the Academy, the Zappeion Court, and the National Library.

Seafront Cafes in Athens
Seafront Cafes in Athens

When in Greece, do like the Greeks do and take it to the beach! The beauty of the coast of Athens has most assuredly lured every citizen to its shores...multiple times. Whether your stay in the city is short or long, definitely do not miss the experience of sipping a cup of coffee by the sea.

Penteli Monastery
Penteli Monastery

Established in 1578, the Ceonobic Monastery of the Dormition of the Theotokos in Pendeli was baptized by Bishop Timotheos of Evripou (Evia), whose memory is honored by the Orthodox Church every August 16th.

Eating & drinking in Voula & Vouliagmeni
Eating & drinking in Voula & Vouliagmeni

The southernmost suburb of the city has a good kitchen selection to offer. For solid meat dishes we recommend the Voula center. Here you will find some very famous steakhouses.

Squares of Athens
Squares of Athens

As meeting places of the masses in the same way that we often see happening in squares of other countries, the squares of Athens are smaller in size and full of life.

Art & Souvenirs in Athens
Art & Souvenirs in Athens

A beautiful souvenir, a museum replica statue, or a piece of antique furniture from Greece is not only a beautiful souvenir or gift but can also be a value-enhancing investment.

Heinrich Schliemann's House in Athens
Heinrich Schliemann's House in Athens

The neoclassical building of Iliou Melathron was designed and built in 1878 by Ernst Ziller, intended to be the home of archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann, who was doing excavations in Troy (Ilium).

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
Sat
''Prometheus Bound'' at Theatre of the NO
May
22
Wed
David August VĪS album presentation at the Municipal Theater of Piraeus
May
20
Mon
"¡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

Balthazar Athens

This restaurant is located in a beautiful neoclassical villa in Ampelokipoi. During the summer months, diners can relax in the fantastic courtyard and feel like they are in an oasis in the middle of the great city. Since 1973, "Balthazar" is one of more

Dionysos Zonars (Restaurant)

Considered a landmark venue, it is globally well known as the cafe & restaurant providing a panoramic view of the sacred rock of the Acropolis and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus (Herodion). It combines a prime location with stylish renovated space and more

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

Peri Lesvou

On Athinas Street, between Omonoia Square and Monastiraki Square, there is the grocery store of Peri Lesvos. Authentic traditional products from Lesvos and Limnos from pasta, honey, ouzo and wines to cosmetics made by the hands of Island’s more

Yesterday's Bread (Second Hand Clothes)

Yesterday's Bread is a second-hand haven with personally selected pieces flown in directly from Amsterdam. Beginning with what catches your eye from the window - there is an array of original Adidas bags, leather cases and bags.The jeans selection is more

Kiku (Japanese Restaurant & Sushi)

Kiku is a synonym for the lovers of the authentic Japanese cuisine in Athens, beside the classical sushi and the sasimi, try the chicken teryaki, always accompanied by sake. more

Public

A destination where each family member, regardless of age, can find something new, be informed or simply look around. The store is built to provide comfort, functionality and a wide range of technology and culture such as music and movies, smartphone more

Tudor Hall (Restaurant)

Located on the 7th floor of the legendary King George Hotel, Tudor Hall Restaurant creates dishes based on the finest raw materials available in season. It is not for nothing that the restaurant has already been voted among the best restaurants in Greece and creative imagination of the chef Asterios Koustoudis has been awarded with a Michelin Star. The dishes are accompanied by the appropriate Greek wines, which are selected by the in-house sommelier. more

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