Friday, 26 April 2024
Olympic flame hand-over ceremony on Friday
Olympic flame hand-over ceremony on Friday

The transfer ceremony is scheduled to commence on Friday, April 26, at 6:30 PM at the Panathenaic Stadium (Kallimarmaro) in downtown Athens, featuring the presence of renowned artist Nana Mouskouri. The event will be hosted by Nikos Aliagas. Greek race walking champion Antigoni Drisbiotis will deliver the Oly...

Tax refund telephone scams
Tax refund telephone scams

Οι καταγγελίες που έχουν αναφερθεί - έως τώρα - στις αρμόδιες υπηρεσίες της Περιφέρειας Αττικής, κάνουν λόγο για δήθεν επιστροφή παρακρατούμενου φόρου από τιμολόγια που έχουν εκδοθεί. Η Περιφέρεια Αττικής υπογραμμίζει πως σε καμία περίπτωση δεν πραγματοποιούνται τέτοιου είδους κλήσεις προς οποιονδήποτε πολίτη και ό...

Music Festival: Great Music / Family Fun at Stavros Niarchos Park
Music Festival: Great Music / Family Fun at Stavros Niarchos Park

From 11.00 in the morning until late into the sunset, the SNFCC will be filled with activities in all its spaces, the festival's focus being the Great Lawn: From the Playgrounds and the Water Jets to the Mediterranean Garden, the Outdoor Games Area, the Dome and, of course, the Canal, a variety of options will be avai...

Islands launch special visa program for Turkish visitors in diplomatic effort to calm region
Islands launch special visa program for Turkish visitors in diplomatic effort to calm region

The limited-access visa will allow Turks to visit 10 Greek islands for up to a week without having to apply for full access to the European Union’s passport-free travel zone, known as the Schengen area. NATO members Greece and Turkey launched several initiatives last year to try and sidestep decades-old disputes — ...

Racist violence surges in Greece, report finds
Racist violence surges in Greece, report finds

The network recorded 158 attacks in 2023, up from 74 in 2022. Of those, 89 targeted migrants, refugees or asylum seekers and 61 targeted LGBT people, it said. Violence was at its highest reported levels since 2015, when Greece was on the frontline of Europe’s migration crisis. The actual number is likely higher, ho...

Quake drill held on tourist island of Crete
Quake drill held on tourist island of Crete

Tourists rushed to evacuate the hotel, while workers in vests offered first aid to an injured woman in a tent as part of a quake drill dubbed “Minoas” after the mythical Cretan Bronze Age king. “It’s good, because then we know what we are doing in real situations,” said British tourist Leah Pickles, 36, one of the ...

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ATHENS GUIDE

Billiards in Athens
Billiards in Athens

The favorite past time of the 1980’s is back with a vengeance and billiard halls provide a combination of activities to keep customers happy. Skilled players can participate in tournaments while others can watch the many other enthusiasts of the sport.

Athens in Summer
Athens in Summer

There is no doubt that Athens is at its best in Summer when life moves out into the open air with cafes, restaurants, and bars serving customers on roof gardens, courtyards, and even on sidestreets, allowing you to savor the balmy weather and moonlit sky.

Collections of the Athens National Historical Museum
Collections of the Athens National Historical Museum

The National Historical Museum has accumulated numerous artefacts from the Post-Byzantine era (1453) until the Greek–Italian war of 1940-41. Its collection spans the modern periods of the Greek history, from the 15th through the 20th Century.

The Conclusion
The Conclusion

The long political authoritarianism, which culminated with the last dictatorship, created a pro-democratic ideology among the Greek citizens.

Sightseeing in Aigaleo
Sightseeing in Aigaleo

The suburb of Aigaleo has recently been surprising Athens with a motivated, young cultural community that creates many interesting events. Many of these, such as exhibitions and performances, take place in the Aigaleo Grove, which is also a very nice place to relax.

Eating & drinking on Spetses Island
Eating & drinking on Spetses Island

Most of the restaurants and taverns in Spetses Island are located in the main town to the east, especially in the area around the port where the Bouboulina statue is located, and at Spetses Marina with its distinctive bay.

Mavilis Square
Mavilis Square

Mavilis Square is a popular meeting spot in Athens. It has been around for decades, attracting many young people from far and near to the few funky bars that offer drinks in hand to take out to the square and its fountain.

Greek Figures of Ancient Period
Greek Figures of Ancient Period

Most of the historical figures of antiquity lived in Athens - the cultural hub of that time. Among the most important personalities were the dramatists Aristophanes, Aeschylos, Euripides or Sophocles, the philosophers Plato, Aristotle, and Socrates

ATHENS LIFESTYLE

Gastronomy in Athens
Gastronomy in Athens

When recalling the Athens of many years ago, we remember a less outlandish manner of the life led then. The change in this situation can only be positive from a gastronomic point of view.

Nightlife in Athens
Nightlife in Athens

Athens by night is something that has made the city famous for many decades. For someone to be able to state that they know about going out in Athens, they must have visited dozens of the most well known venues in the valley and surrounding areas.

Shopping in Athens
Shopping in Athens

Like all major metropolitan areas, the City of Athens has much to offer visitors in the way of shopping. We panelled Greek consumers to discover their preferences and experiences with the international chains that operate in the country in recent years.

Sporting Activities in Athens
Sporting Activities in Athens

In the country that gave birth to the Olympic Games, there are a large number of stadiums, athletic clubs, training centers and sports courts - many of which host major international athletic events.

Wellness in Athens
Wellness in Athens

Taking care of oneself has become somewhat of a priority in Athens – a city that not only followed the trends of all other major metropolitan areas but might have possibly surpassed many of them.

Entertainment in Athens
Entertainment in Athens

Want to have fun? The cinema's and fun parks of Athens are definitely the places to check out when you just want to get away from it all.

Outdoor & Nature
Outdoor & Nature

Athens is a city of great outdoors with many activities and opportunities to enjoy nature and wildlife in a mild Mediterranean climate.

ATHENS EVENTS

Vassilis Nikolaou sculpture exhibition "Bodies of Matter, Spirit and Time"
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"Women together" group exhibition with works from the EMST collection
Apr
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Exhibition "Grand Tour"
Apr
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Bolivar Summer Opening 2024
Apr
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Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
Apr
27
Sat
RedRoom Nights
Apr
28
Sun
Mixer Latin Night
Apr
28
Sun

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Balthazar Athens

This restaurant is located in a beautiful neoclassical villa in Ampelokipoi. During the summer months, diners can relax in the fantastic courtyard and feel like they are in an oasis in the middle of the great city. Since 1973, "Balthazar" is one of more

Villa Grigio 46 (Bar & Restaurant)

Inside a beautiful courtyard with trees and an interior space of minimalistic aesthetics with a half-light, there is the "Villa Grigio 46" - an ideal destination for an evening outing. Here you will discover fine wines from Italy and Greece. more

360 Cocktail Bar

360 Cocktail Bar is a breathtaking cocktail bar located directly on Monastiraki Square - in the corner building of Ifaistou Street. Go upstairs and enjoy a drink from a list of 70 inspiring cocktails, with the suplement of the Monastiraki Square and more

Design Plaza

The way the furniture and interior design systems are presented in the "Design Plaza" is unique and worth a visit. In various showrooms covering more than 6,200 m², you can see, touch and of course also buy special pieces of furniture created by more

The Dark Side of Chocolate (Cafe & Patisserie)

The store itself actually looks like it's made of chocolate! Friendly wait staff can help you through the store and find something specific to your taste. Uniquely, all chocolate drinks have a different song's name in the menu. You can chose bitter more

Ioannidou Art Gallery

Ioannidou Art Gallery is a small gallery in the heart of Plaka where you can find unique artwork. The owner, Ms. Ioannidou will make you feel comfortable while giving you as much time as you need to make your choices. It is an alternative gift more

Anafiotika (Cafe & Mezedopoleio)

Located on the highest point on the infamous stairs (Mnisikleous Street) of Plaka! Anafiotika Tavern offers a variety of meat, cheese, and dips will make you eat and drink wine until the morning hours- live music included. more

Indian Chef (Indian Restaurant)

The restaurant is a vibrant and modern restaurant serving delectable Indian cuisine, combining high-quality fresh Greek products with sub-continental flavors to create refined Indian dishes, served with a wonderful range of wines and beers. more

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