MARINAS OF ATHENS

There are 9 of a total 21 marinas operating in Attica nowadays, offering 4900 mooring places. Some of these docks are very modern, while others need improvements in order to offer services of a higher level. Furthermore, there are others under construction in various areas of the country.

One of the bigger ones is the Zea Marina in Piraeus, which is a pole of attraction for many Greek and foreign boat companies that use it as terminal for their launches to the Greek islands. In very close distance to the beautiful islands of Argosaronic Bay and the Aegean Sea, the marina receives thousands of vessels every year ranging from small private yachts to even huge cruise ships from all over the world.

Without a doubt, a modern marina is that of Faliro, which was completed in 2004 and serves yachts and pleasure crafts. Its harbor's substructure has great depths near the piers that vary between five and six meters, a fact that favors the reception of vessels with particular specifications. The marina uses one of the most modern systems of collection and management of the moored vessels' wastes.

Services if high specifications are offered by the marinas of Vouliagmeni, Sounio and Flisvos. One of the most ambitious projects regarding maritime tourism was the Olympic Marina of Agios Kosmas, which hosted the commencement of the sailing races during the Olympic Games of 2004. The Olympic installation of Agios Kosmas has a total area of 425,000 square meters and buildings of 8,945.50 square meters. The marina of Agios Kosmas - with a capacity of 1170 vessels - consists of a group of modern installations with the capability to host numerous shows of diverse interest.

• Official Site of the Municipality of Piraeus

Gastronomy

ST' ASTRA (Hotel Park)
Under the care of Herve Pronzato and the view of the big park, a modern cuisine of a high grade... more
BARBARA'S FOOD COMPANY
International cuisine with Greek influences and tasty desserts such as cheesecake and chocolate soufflé, at moderate prices.... more
ANDRIAS
Profiterol with good rich chocolate, in servings for 4. 8, 12 persons and...have fun.... more
CREPEXARCHIA
The best crepes in Athens. Sweet and salty. Open 24 hours.... more
BUTCHER SHOP
Tavern in Gazi with emphasis on meat and traditional tastes. Perfect for large groups.... more
BAIRES
Baires made its debut in the very select spot of Sina 21 and Skoufa Street in Kolonaki. It is what... more
MILOS ESTIATORIO (Hilton Hotel)
The most famous Greek restaurant offers fresh fish and other seafood, while it does not forget the meat suggestions. A... more
EN DELPHIS CAFÉ - BAR
This café / bar is a meeting place of many young actors and musicians. After undergoing a face lift, it... more

Shopping

HERAKLEIDON MUSEUM SHOP
In this Art Museum shop, you will find a diversity of works of modern art (mainly by M.C. Escher) ranging... more
NATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM SHOP
There is a gift shop, and a cafe in the sculpture garden where you can buy a copy or a... more
PAGONI
Huge variety of ties for all seasons and tastes.... more
KOUKOUTSI
A shop that sells graphic t-shirts by designers from all over the world, in addition to handmade articles. ... more
ART BOOKSTORE KOAN
Art book store with many aesthetic choices from the areas of cinematography, photography, painting and a whole lot more. ... more
POLITEIA
It is difficult to walk out of this store empty handed. Seven specialized departments and tens of thousands of book... more
EFTYCHIA
Original handmade ceramics in a variety of colors are found here. If you are lucky, you might see the artist... more
LESHI TOU DISKOU
Small record store in the arcade next to the Opera-House with classical and a little jazz music.... more