Saturday, 18 May 2024
Acropolis Museum with free entrance on International Museum Day
Acropolis Museum with free entrance on International Museum Day

It will also stay open longer, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., while the restaurant will be serving until midnight.  As on every weekend, visitors can enjoy the gallery tour “Saturday in the Museum with 20+1 masterpieces,” where archaeologists reveal the stories behind selected masterpieces.  To register for a spot on th...

Greece rescues 42 migrants off Crete, searches for 3 missing
Greece rescues 42 migrants off Crete, searches for 3 missing

A coastguard official said the migrants were rescued by commercial vessels and a Greek navy helicopter some 27 nautical miles southwest of Crete. It was not clear what happened to their boat, the official told Reuters on condition of anonymity, adding that a search and rescue operation for the missing was under way...

Greece arrests suspected criminal gang leader wanted by Turkey
Greece arrests suspected criminal gang leader wanted by Turkey

Police acted on an international warrant and arrested the 29-year old man on Friday last week following an initial tipoff by the Turkish intelligence service. Turkey has also issued 14 arrest warrants against him, sources said, adding that the extradition process had been initiated. The man was named as Ramaza...

Event with theme "Olympism and the Olympic Truce, sport in the service of peace" was held at UNESCO HQ
Event with theme "Olympism and the Olympic Truce, sport in the service of peace" was held at UNESCO HQ

An event on "Olympism and the Olympic Truce, sport in the service of peace" took place on Wednesday, May 15th, at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris, under the auspices of the Permanent Representatives of Greece and France to UNESCO, Giorgos Koumoutsakou and Philippe Frank.

Brief clashes erupt after pro-Palestinian march to Israeli embassy in Athens
Brief clashes erupt after pro-Palestinian march to Israeli embassy in Athens

Greek police clashed with protesters after a pro-Palestinian march to the Israeli embassy in Athens on Wednesday, Reuters witnesses and police officials said.

Fire erupts again in western Athens
Fire erupts again in western Athens

Strong firefighting forces mobilized Wednesday against a fire in the western Athenian suburb of Aigaleo, burning low vegetation.

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ATHENS GUIDE

Collections of the Athens Municipal Gallery
Collections of the Athens Municipal Gallery

Find in the neoclassical spaces of the Municipal Gallery of Athens selected exhibited pieces from past art epochs.

Nightlife in Piraeus
Nightlife in Piraeus

Nightlife entertainment has a long tradition in Piraeus. Already in the past there were many establishments and bars in the area around the port. Mainly for the amusement of sailors who anchored in Piraeus for a few days.

Socrates
Socrates

Socrates was born in 470/469 B.C. in Athens and died in 399 B.C. His deep and questioning philosophical thinking proved him to be the greatest philosophical mind in Athens and the Ancient Greek spirit.

Irene Pappas
Irene Pappas

Irene Pappas was one of the most well known Greek actresses, whose fame went beyond the country's borders. She was born in Chiliomothi, Corinth, on September 3rd 1926.

Comicdom Con Athens
Comicdom Con Athens

Comicdom Con Athens, the most important comics festival in Greece, opened its gates to the public in 2006 and since then continues until today to attract the enthusiasts of Greece with the same intensity and more.

Urban hangouts in Athens
Urban hangouts in Athens

The meeting places of many Athenian young, funky actors, artists and musicians have the tendency of gaining the word of mouth reputation on being urban hangouts.

Athens for Culinary Lovers
Athens for Culinary Lovers

Hellenic cookery possesses a culinary tradition spanning 4,000 years that is ingrained in the history and culture of the country. Combined with its hospitality, Greek cuisine is widely considered one of the best in the world. A fact that is also recognized by UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization).

Numismatic Museum of Athens
Numismatic Museum of Athens

The Numismatic Museum was established in 1834 and is one of the oldest museums in Greece, the few of its kind in the world and singular in the Balkans. It holds over 500,000 acquisitions – mostly coins as well as medals and gems – dated from the 14th Century until today.

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

Total Chaos at Temple
May
20
Mon
"Waiting for Gondo" directed by Theodoros Terzopoulos
May
18
Sat
"Beauty and the Beast" Classical Ballet
May
18
Sat
"¡Viva España! II" at the Municipal Music Theater Maria Callas
May
18
Sat
Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
May
18
Sat
No More Fake Disco with Sadar Bahar
May
19
Sun
Mixer Latin Night
May
19
Sun

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Jolie Môme Cocktail Bar

The most creative cocktails in the north of Athens are served at Jolie Môme Cocktail Bar. The professional staff creates small drinkable masterpieces in a unique atmosphere reminiscent of a Parisian bistro. more

By the Glass (Wine Bar)

A historic building of 1825 has been converted into an atmospheric wine bar equipped with a state of art wine machine that can serve up to 80 different wine labels as if they were just opened, with the Coravin method. Discover the secrets of wine more

Treno sto Rouf (Bar & Restaurant)

This theme restaurant is located only 10 minutes from the area of Gazi. Here you can embark on a journey of taste and culture in the cozy old coaches of an abandoned railway. A romantic dinner in a pre-war Italian dining car, or an unforgettable more

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

Breadman Athens

Greek-inspired Artisan Bakery - Patisserie - Brunchery. Bread and brunch made from scratch. An ideal brunch destination with great dishes, plenty of options, friendly service and a very pleasant environment for a short culinary escape. more

Anna-Maria Mazaraki

Anna-Maria Mazaraki has wonderful pendants and bracelets, for a look of mix and match. Jewelry in silver and gold with the care and love. In the showcases, there is a wide variety of handbags and watches. During the holiday season, the store offers more

Basegrill (Steakhouse)

Gathers people from all over Athens and Greece. This is not just a restaurant. It's your steakhouse. Don't miss the chance to taste its specialty, called "spalomprizola" and delicious beef liver topped with thinly sliced lemon. more

To Steki (Mezedopoleio)

Mezedolopeio "To Steki", located in the main town Aegina, directly at the port, behind the fish market. Every weekend there is live music with the voice of Nikolas Mavros, who offers you a wide repertoire of traditional Greek music and rebetiko. more

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