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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

Gastronomy

KORKOFILAS
Open daily from 5 p.m. this house offers delicious meze to its customers. Live rebetika on Sundays from 2 p.m.... more
ALEXANDRIA
A haven harbor in the center of the city with Egyptian and Mediterranean tastes. Falafel, humus, babaganous, foulia with... more
I PITA TOU PAPPOU
Chain of grill houses, that serve (among other things) the rumored biggest souvlaki in town.... more
GIANTES
Pioneer of the cuisine with biological products served with love, a high aesthetic and products straight from the growers.... more
DIONYSOS ZONARS
A landmark venue, globally well known as the restaurant under Acropolis. ... more
BAIRES
Baires made its debut in the very select spot of Sina 21 and Skoufa Street in Kolonaki. It is what... more
KONSTANTINIDIS
One of the most exceptional pastry shops of Athens, with history in the preparation of “politika” (from Constantinople) pastries, specialized... more
BUTCHER SHOP
Tavern in Gazi with emphasis on meat and traditional tastes. Perfect for large groups.... more
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
KAVVOURAS
Very good Souvlaki, one of the best in Town. Good Prices, check it out!... more
PREMIERE (Athenaeum Intercontinental)
French hints but also many Mediterranean elements in the kitchen of Sotiris Evaggelou. Try the risotto with leeks and... 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
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Free Time

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Getting Around

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Going Out

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History

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Hotels

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Lifestyle

Shopping in Athens Ι  Wellness in Athens

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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