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

Furnitures Stores in Athens
Furnitures Stores in Athens

Furniture already existed in antiquity. Whether seating furniture, chests, or cupboards, some were functional, some others served as decoration. Beautiful furniture in ancient Greece was usually only affordable for the richest citizens.

Yoga & Meditation Studios in Athens
Yoga & Meditation Studios in Athens

Omm, Namaste - There is no need to tell anyone with a little bit of Internet experience that there are plenty of locations in the City of Athens to practice yoga or to meditate. Studios and gyms in the city offer courses that vary from beginner's lever to pre-natal or kid's classes.

Eating & drinking in Agia Paraskevi
Eating & drinking in Agia Paraskevi

The central square in Agia Paraskevi, containing the church of the same name, is a meeting place for young and old. Whether it is the numerous students, shoppers, or visitors. Many use the square as a welcome break.

Former Hilton Hotel Building in Athens
Former Hilton Hotel Building in Athens

One of Athens's city landmarks. In the meeting of Vassilis Sophias and Vassilis Konstantinou Avenues, raised in 1959-1963. The architects of the building are Vasileiadis, Vourekas and Staikos.

Archaeological Site of Amphiarion
Archaeological Site of Amphiarion

The Archaeological Site of Amphiarion, is a sanctuary in Attica, east of Athens. At the area of Ampharion there are the remains of an ancient theater to find.

Pentelic Marble Quarry
Pentelic Marble Quarry

In the ancient era, Mount Pentelic was extremely famous for its marble. It was used for the construction of the Acropolis, as well as for other buildings of archaic Athens. The Pentelic marble is flawlessly white with a faint yellow tint, that makes it shine with a golden hue under the sun's light.

Mesogeion Avenue
Mesogeion Avenue

The beginning of Mesogeion is located on Vasilissis Sofias Avenue with characteristic point the Athens Tower, one of the cityʼs tallest buildings. After the Municipality of Athens, Mesogeion separates N. Psyhiko from the Municipality of Papagou, Halandri from Holargos and Agia Paraskevi – crossing it and passing the capitalʼs boundary – to Gerakas, where its name becomes Marathonos Avenue.

Airport & Central Attica
Airport & Central Attica

The "Eleftherios Venizelos" Airport of Athens is located in the Municipality of Spata-Artemida. Thus the surrounding area has flourished in the past decade to provide hospitality and entertainment to visitors that are either passing through for a few hours or for those making a fantastic shopping day of it!

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

A walk in the Garden of the Presidential Palace
May
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Yael Bartana video "Two minutes to midnight"
May
18
Sat
41st Authentic Marathon of Athens
Nov
09
Sat
"¡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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RedRoom Nights
May
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ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Passepartout (Cafe & Bar)

Passepartout is a place to enjoy a night of fun in heart of Kolonaki. Reinforced with awesome classic cocktails (they also stock Arizona iced teas), finger food, cold plates and sweets. The funky lights, the red brick wall and the "hanging garden" by 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

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

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

Poupée (Children's Clothes)

The children's apparel "Poupée" is the brainchild of Hellenic designer Christina Mathea. She is also a theater actress and rebels against the fast copy-paste fashion of the textile industry. Therefore, with "Poupée" she strives to transform the more

Penny Lane Comfort Food

The Penny Lane Comfort Food serves fast food but with style all-day. In addition to brunch served daily until 18:00, classic options such as burgers with fresh fried potatoes and delicious pizza, the menu also includes some dishes that will more

Sushimou (Japanese Restaurant & Sushi)

Despite its small space that covers only a few square meters, it is designed in a way to make you feel that you are participating in the sacred art of preparing and serving sushi. The talented Chef Anthony Drakoularakos, who prepares each order in more

Mojito Bay (Organized Beach & Beach Club)

The beach-bar restaurant by the of Vlassis Stathokostopoulos Hospitality Group offers everything from a cocktail next to the waves to yoga, pilates and massages in the sand, as well as beach volleyball tournaments in cooperation with Vari Sports more

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