Before 2017, the Greek National Opera was situated in the center of Athens, on Akadimias Street. For several years now, the opera has moved to the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center and offers productions of high-quality operas, ballets, operettas, classical music events, recitals and concerts.
A new production of the 20th century masterpiece by Brecht and Weil is signed by the leading Greek theater director and former artistic director of the National Theater Yiannis Houvardas. more
The Greek heritage of the arts is as huge as the one of the civilization that was based on Democracy. Therefore, it is expected that the Athens of the 21st century preserved this tradition. more
In the past, the National Opera of Greece was located on Akadimias Street in the center of Athens. With the opening of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center in Paleo Faliro, the Opera moved there and now offer... more
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation was officially presented to the public in 2017. During the same year, the Greek National Opera moved from the Olympia Theater in the center of Athens on Akademias Street to the state-of-t... more
When visiting Athens and you want to see a theatrical play in the country that "gave birth" to the theater, here are the most famous venues of the present day. more
This association organizes the "Athens Open Air Film Festival" and the "Athens International Film Festival", to highlight lesser-known genres and filmmakers of independent cinema ... more
The "Palio Amaksostasio" is an old trolley depot from the end of the 19th century. The Athens Road and Railway Company used these halls for their wagons. Today, the over 4,000 m² ... more
This is an organization under the authority of the French Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs. It aims to promote cultural, intellectual, and audiovisual cooperation between ... more
The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is located on the south west side of the rock of Acropolis and was discovered during excavations in 1848 and 1857. It has a capacity of 5.000 seats an... more
This popular 160,000 m², open air summer venue is located near Malakasa, in the north of Attica, and is easily accessed by train (Sfendali Station), bus, by car via the National H... more
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Choose your packageThe Metropolis hotel is located in Plaka, only 2 blocks away from central Syntagma Square. All 32 rooms of the 2-star hotel are simply but comfortably furnished and have their bathroom. From the roof terrace, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the more
The Spanish-Swiss architect Santiago Calatrava donated several works for the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens. The Athens Metro Company commissioned Calatrava to build the bridge. It was to make it easier for users of the "Katehaki" metro station to more
The University of Economics of Athens was established in 1920 as the Commercial School of Athens. This is the third oldest University institution in Greece and the oldest in regards to economic studies. more
This Blue Flag awarded Beach of Vouliagmeni is an area of 76 acres and with a 650-meter long beach length. The beach is fully organized with sun loungers, umbrellas, showers and the possibility of water sports and other activities. more
Kiku is a synonym for the lovers of the authentic Japanese cuisine in Athens, beside the classical sushi and the sasimi, try the chicken teryaki, always accompanied by sake. more
The Melina Merkouri Cultural Center is housed in an impressive neoclassical building in Thissio and is a municipal cultural institution. The center has a hall "Melina Merkouri Hall" with 220 square meters, which hosts temporary exhibitions, events and concerts, but also seminars and meetings. Another room with 380 square meters and a height of 5 meters is intended for large-scale exhibitions. more
