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About Athens - Athens

Athens, nowadays is a city that succeeds to remain unforgettable to its visitor. It is more than a popular travel destination, it is a life experience for millions of people around the world. Always bustling with activity, with modern networks, Universities and unlimited choices of entertainment, research and sightseeing, Athens is a modern European megalopolis with many faces, that manages to satisfy various demands and needs.

MOST POPULAR LINKS

  • Historic Center of AthensThe "triangle" of Ancient Athens
  • The Hellenic ParliamentWhere the changing of the Presidential Guard takes place
  • Town HallVisit where the Mayor drinks his coffee
  • Kapnikareas SquareA small square, located in the heart of Ermou shopping street
  • Adrianou StreetThe most touristic street of Athens
FAQ
Plaka - the old town of Athens
ATHENS FACTS

All facts about Athens in one short view

ATTIKI ODOS

The most significant highway leading into and out of Athens

ATHENS WEATHER

Usally sunny, but check here just in case...

Syntagma Square

HOT SPOTS - What we propose

TSOLIATHES

Do not miss the changing of the Evzones guards in front of the Parliament, with their impressive moves before the statue of the Unknown Soldier, on the top of each hour of the day.

TAVERN ACROPOLIS

Enjoy the exquisite view of the rock of the Acropolis and the Roman Agora with special snacks in an environment that will make you forget that you are in the center of a megalopolis.

GAZI
GAZI

The new "Soho" of Athens

MONASTIRAKI
MONASTIRAKI

This is one of the most popular bargain hunting areas in Athens

OMONIA SQUARE
OMONIA SQUARE

The very central square with multi cultural flair

ERMOU STREET
ERMOU STREET

The exciting main shopping street of Athens

BROADER MODERN CENTER OF ATHENS
BROADER MODERN CENTER OF ATHENS

The current face of the Capital City

MITROPOLEOS SQUARE
MITROPOLEOS SQUARE

A notable square that is the perfect complement to the church that resides upon it

THE BEST LOCATIONS IN ATHENS

Nightlife

ROMEO+
Performing at this popular venue for Winter season 2011 is a number of hot young singers: Thanos Petrelis and... more
IERA ODOS
Performing for Winter season 2011 is veteran, Notis Sfakianakis and sultry Angeliki Iliadi. Entrance: 15 Euros. Wine bottle per 2... more
GAZARTE
High ceiling hall of 400 square meters in ground level, with the possibility of multiple uses, such as musical and... more
ATHINON ARENA
Winter 2011 with Pop Prince Sakis Rouvas! Entrance Fri.-Sat.: 15 Euros (+1 drink)... more
IPPOPOTAMOS
A pretty bar on a side-street of Skoufa, ideal for an evening out in the city center. Let loose to... more
BARAONDA
The bar restaurant is known for hosting live jazz nights on a weekly basis. Open all year, it also offers... more
MIKE’S IRISH BAR
This college style bar plays a mix of 60s, 70s, Pop & Rock and sometimes also plays live music on... more
HOXTON
Hoxton is the name and the alternative scene is their game. The rather full yet large garage space plays songs... more
O KAVVOURAS
Unforgettable Rebetika night is what „O Kavvouras“ offers every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Closed during the summer months.... more
MICRAASIA
Predominantly a spot that attracts lesbians, this Middle Eastern inspired venue offers mainstream food and fun downstairs and an incredible... more
THE PONTIKI
This classic spot in Kypseli - with traditional food and abundant drink - offers live music all the nights it... more
MAMACAS
This is simply one of the most popular spots in all of Athens. Famous for their various house music nights,... more
ANAMNISIS LIVE
Drinks: 10 Euros. Bottle service: 120 & 150 Euros. Working Hours: Tue.-Sat.: 23:00... more
BAROUGE
This stylish club is owned by a well known figure in Athenian nightlife, offering the only the best in sound,... more
HALF NOTE JAZZ CLUB
Possibly the most well known jazz club in Athens. The venue hosts many of the genres best international names as... more
VOX
Performing for Winter season 2011 are Panos Kalidis with Konstantinos Argyros and Sella Kalli. Wine bottle per 2 persons: 50... more
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Going Out

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History

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Lifestyle

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Modern Sights

2004 Olympic Structures Ι  Churches and Monasteries Ι  Hills of Athens Ι  Neoclassical Buildings Ι  Other Sights Ι  Parks and Green Zones Ι  Piraeus and Marinas Ι  The Athens Tower

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