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

Hookah & Shisha Bars in Athens
Hookah & Shisha Bars in Athens

Athens hosts a number of bars that provide hookahs and shisha for their patrons, some in more exotic settings than others.

Business Accommodations in Athens
Business Accommodations in Athens

As a business traveler, you should plan your choice of the appropriate hotel in a city thoroughly. The Athens urban area is huge and during rush hour, a taxi or bus ride may take longer than planned.

Athens Metro Stations of Line 2 (Red Line)
Athens Metro Stations of Line 2 (Red Line)

The Athens Metro Line 2 (Red Line) connects the north-western suburb of Anthoupoli with the southern suburb of Elliniko. The metro line has a total length of 18.2 km and 20 stations.

Athens Half Marathon
Athens Half Marathon

The Athens Half Marathon was initially organized by the Association of Hellenic Gymnastics Athletic Societies in 2012 with the collaboration of the City of Athens Cultural, Sports and Youth Organization.

Marathon Archaeological Museum
Marathon Archaeological Museum

The Marathon Museum was founded in 1975 and lies dominant in an idyllic location within close distance to the renown tumulus of Marathon. The museum's exhibits cover the ages of the Prehistoric to the late Roman eras.

Rafina Port
Rafina Port

Essentially, Rafina is the 2nd largest port town found on the eastern coast of Attika, whose origins go back from prehistoric times to one of the one-hundred municipalities of Athens.

Exarcheia
Exarcheia

Exarcheia has always been considered a neighborhood of Omonoia. This area is located between Panepistimeou Street - where the Athens Trilogy is a must-see, 28th October Street and Alexandras Avenue.

Vouliagmenis Avenue
Vouliagmenis Avenue

Vouliagmenis Avenue is a keystone road that begins downtown and with a southern direction ends in Voula where it connects with Alkyonidon Avenue (extension of Poseidonos Avenue).

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

Mind Against at Bolivar
May
25
Sat
"Waiting for Gondo" directed by Theodoros Terzopoulos
May
18
Sat
Release Athens Festival 2024
Jun
09
Sun
"¡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
RedRoom Nights
May
19
Sun

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Dionysos Zonars (Restaurant)

Considered a landmark venue, it is globally well known as the cafe & restaurant providing a panoramic view of the sacred rock of the Acropolis and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus (Herodion). It combines a prime location with stylish renovated space and more

Loumidis (Coffee Roastery)

One of the most famous coffee grinders in Greece! The traditional brand "Loumidis" offers fresh Greek coffee since 1920. If you are lover of coffee, the mere smell will convince you of its quality. more

Attica - The Department Store

Attica - The Department Store hosts over 360 shops and an array of over 860 designer names – with sectors of complete women’s, men’s, children’s fashion, homeware, accessories, cosmetics, café and restaurant. more

Blue Bamboo (Thai Restaurant)

Blue Bamboo is a famous Thai restaurant in Ano Petralona. The open kitchen offers fresh food and you can watch the Thai cook preparing the tasty dishes. These are marked by the level of spiciness, and the cocktails and desserts are also a dream. more

Domino's Pizza Greece

Domino's is an imported chain of pizza delivery service in Greece, where the tasty pizza is simply the rule. Great offers for pick-up and on-line orders. more

Venetis Bakery

Founded in 1948, Veneti is one of the oldest names in bakeries in Greece. They pride themselves on their traditional quality products of bread, pastry and all kinds bakery products, confectionery and other related sections. The branch at Megaron more

Klimataria (Tavern)

Klimataria is one of the few taverns in Athens where generations have enjoyed the sweetness of good cask wine, the pleasure of traditional cuisine, and the sounds of remarkable musicians. Classic Hellenic recipes cooked in hulls located in the more

MOFU (Vintage Furniture)

Vintage and Contemporary Design for the 50's, 60's and 70's nostalgic in a very interesting environment. Find decorative items like retro electrical appliances wallpapers, or lights. The MOFU team carefully collects its designs pieces from all over more

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