ART GALLERIES

Greece has made big strides in establishing itself on an international level as one of the leaders of what is called, "A new Mediterranean-based artistic tradition".

Contemporary Greek artists have won acclaim for producing works that blend traditional themes and methods with new techniques and ideas about nature and life, in general. Art-loving tourists in Athens could easily spend days wandering around the city, discovering many of its respectable galleries. Surely, the contrast between the old and the new, amalgamated in such a historic place, is a wondrous thing to experience in person.

Gastronomy

PREMIERE (Athenaeum Intercontinental)
French hints but also many Mediterranean elements in the kitchen of Sotiris Evaggelou. Try the risotto with leeks and... more
I PITA TOU PAPPOU
Chain of grill houses, that serve (among other things) the rumored biggest souvlaki in town.... more
FLORAL BOOKS + COFFEE
Located in the historic “Blue Building” of infamous Exarchia Square, Floral has been around for a long time. Having recently... more
MANIMANI
With roots from the region of Mani in the ingredients and its recipes, it does not hold it “maniatiko” (holds... more
BAIRES
Baires made its debut in the very select spot of Sina 21 and Skoufa Street in Kolonaki. It is what... more

Nightlife

THE ATHENS CONCERT HALL (MEGARON)
Established in 1991, the Megaron is deemed as one of the most comprehensive culture centers in Europe. ... more
IPPOPOTAMOS
A pretty bar on a side-street of Skoufa, ideal for an evening out in the city center. Let loose to... more
GINGER ALE
At the heart of the infamous Exarchia Square, Ginger Ale is everything that serious lounge lovers are looking for. The... more
ROMEO+
Performing at this popular venue for Winter season 2011 is a number of hot young singers: Thanos Petrelis and... more
AN CLUB
Classical rock hangout of Exarcheia, that recently made an opening to the harder rock and the hip-hop music.... more