Tuesday, 07 May 2024
Deferred May Day to affect services, shops
Deferred May Day to affect services, shops

The measure will mostly affect state services, which will not be working today, but also banks and the Athens Stock Exchange. Most supermarkets and retail stores will remain shuttered, though some private sector businesses, such as bakeries, pastry shops and gas stations opened on Monday and will stay that way. ...

Report: 'If we want to save the climate, we must act now'
Report: 'If we want to save the climate, we must act now'

"If we want to save the climate, we must act now," was the central message sent by the 55 men and women from every part of Greece, each an expert in their respective field, who are part of the effort, stressing that "no one must be left behind". Among them Konstantina Togaridou, a Just Transition expert, who was ...

Head of Greek extreme far-right Golden Dawn party is granted early release from prison
Head of Greek extreme far-right Golden Dawn party is granted early release from prison

A council of judges accepted the request by Nikolaos Michaloliakos, 66, who had served the minimal legal requirement for early release. The decision also took into consideration that he was aged over 65, which increases the time he is formally considered to have served. He is in poor health and spent 18 months in pre-...

All you need to know about Eurovision 2024
All you need to know about Eurovision 2024

The world’s biggest live music event, Eurovision Song Contest, will take place in Sweden in the second week of May with 37 participating countries.

Two good news from Europe for the Greek economy
Two good news from Europe for the Greek economy

Two pieces of good news on the course of the European economy have been arriving in Brussels and Frankfurt in recent days.

OECD: 62% surge in foreign direct investment in Greece over the last three years
OECD: 62% surge in foreign direct investment in Greece over the last three years

Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Greece has increased significantly over the last three years compared to the previous period, according to a recent OECD report (FDI in Figures).

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ATHENS GUIDE

Collections of the National Archaeological Museum
Collections of the National Archaeological Museum

The exhibition rooms of the National Archaeological Museum are divided into the most important periods of Greek cultural history. The visitor is thus given the opportunity to make a chronological tour through the museum.

Poseidon
Poseidon

Poseidon was the God of the Sea and protector of all aquatic creatures. He was the brother of Zeus and Pluto. It has been said that when Cronus was overthrown, Poseidon himself became the lord of the sea.

Kypselis Square (Kanari Square)
Kypselis Square (Kanari Square)

Kypselis Square (or Kanari Square) is located in Kypseli, one of the most over-populated areas of Greece and reaches record highs worldwide. The square, in the center, is better known due to the huge walkway of Fokionos Negri (500 meters long).

Athens Marina (Faliro Marina)
Athens Marina (Faliro Marina)

The Athens Marina (formerly named Faliro Marina) or else named the mega yacht mooring, was founded in June 2004. It was the Athens Marina, that hosted the yachts of VIP visitors to the 2004 Olympic Games.

Bronze Age (3000-1100 B.C.)
Bronze Age (3000-1100 B.C.)

During the Bronze Age, the first great Hellenic civilization emerged in mainland Greece. An important center within the Mycenaean Civilization was Athens.

The Mall Athens
The Mall Athens

Everybody in the northern suburbs meets there, either to go the movies, to eat or to drink coffee and of course go shopping. The Mall Athens is a modern and very large functional construction packed daily with people.

Collections of the War Museum
Collections of the War Museum

The exhibition areas of the War Museum of Greece span over 4 floors and display images of Hellenic history from antiquity to present time.

Greek National Theater
Greek National Theater

The first Hellenic State Theater was inaugurated in 1901. During the early years, it operated as the Royal Theater and closed in 1908. It was reopened under the name of "Hellenic National Theater" in 1930 by George Papandreou, Minister of Education at the time.

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

FANN "Dead Lord Part II"
May
10
Fri
K-World Party / Join The Society - Arch Club
May
08
Wed
Giorgos Hadoulis exhibition "New landscapes"
May
07
Tue
1550 at Roha's Live Stage
May
08
Wed
Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
May
11
Sat
Mixer Latin Night
May
12
Sun
RedRoom Nights
May
12
Sun

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Capanna Trattoria (Italian Restaurant)

This pizzeria / trattoria was designed with the starting point of experiencing outdoor dining. Therefore, when the weather is warm enough, the floor to ceiling windows can slide upwards allowing the restaurant to spill out onto the pavement - giving more

Peri Lesvou

On Athinas Street, between Omonoia Square and Monastiraki Square, there is the grocery store of Peri Lesvos. Authentic traditional products from Lesvos and Limnos from pasta, honey, ouzo and wines to cosmetics made by the hands of Island’s more

Korres (Natural Cosmetics)

At Korres you will find great products for hair, body and face care, all manufacturer in Greece based on the advantages of natural ingredients. The goal of Korres is to develop innovative and clinically effective skincare products based on natural more

Elias Gi (Restaurant)

"Eleas Gi" is the title of a legendary Greek story of the honored "olive tree". Therefore, everything is cooked with extra virgin olive oil, which is always added at the end, so we as to offer the authenticity of the Greek cuisine where indisputably more

Falafellas

A alternative to street food at the very center of Athens... falafel for all! This chickpea dish is very popular in the Middle East as a fast food. A favorite among vegetarians, it is served as a sandwich, stuffed in pita bread with lettuce, tomatoes more

To Kalympaki (Fish Tavern)

One of the most famous fish taverns in Elefsina. To Kalympaki offers in a welcoming and traditional environment with stone fireplace, traditional Greek cuisine, fresh fish and seafood, combined with fine wine, ouzo and great sea views. more

Athinaikon Restaurant

Athinaikon Restaurant on Mitropoleos Street is a branch of the long-established tavern in the pedestrian zone of Themistokleous. The chef refines traditional meat and fish dishes and complements them with the finest herbs and creations. The result is more

Apollonion Bakery

With a unique concept of production and operation and using only brand goods, certified and first quality raw materials, by the best firms in Greece and Europe. Τhe Apollonion offers the Greek consumer fresh, healthy and tasty products in a huge more

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