Guidebook for Athina
Food Scene
First stop at 'The Coffee Tree' for a quick espresso, or the famous cappuccino freddo (in Greece) or a herbal tea. Variety here is amazing and the staff always smiley and friendly.
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The Coffee Tree
89 Char. TrikoupiFirst stop at 'The Coffee Tree' for a quick espresso, or the famous cappuccino freddo (in Greece) or a herbal tea. Variety here is amazing and the staff always smiley and friendly.
Achilléas
62 ValtetsiouFor the famous Greek kebab a.k.a 'souvlaki'
For a local taste with great ambiance! This used to be an elementary school which they've now made into a casual restaurant a.k.a 'taverna'
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Ama Lachei
69 KallidromiouFor a local taste with great ambiance! This used to be an elementary school which they've now made into a casual restaurant a.k.a 'taverna'
Authentic mama's cooking with multiple meet, fish and other dishes. Greek tapas also available
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Rosalia
59 ValtetsiouAuthentic mama's cooking with multiple meet, fish and other dishes. Greek tapas also available
Giántes
44 ValtetsiouMediterranean cuisine at a lovely patio!
Salero
51 ValtetsiouLatin flavors!
Take away street food for veggie lovers! Typical Greek 'souvlaki' (i.e kebab) with mushrooms instead of meat! Make sure you get there by 22.00 pm. Might find a queue; mushroom kebab runs out quickly.
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Cookoomela Grill
43 ThemistokleousTake away street food for veggie lovers! Typical Greek 'souvlaki' (i.e kebab) with mushrooms instead of meat! Make sure you get there by 22.00 pm. Might find a queue; mushroom kebab runs out quickly.
Ap-allou
47 ThemistokleousFor the greatest falafel in town!
Sorolop
17 Andrea MetaxaAre you a profiterole lover? Make sure you don't miss this!
Exostrefis: Greek live music in the evenings!
They also have a 'summer edition' tavern on Strefis hill.
Εξωστρεφής (Downstairs)
70 ThemistokleousExostrefis: Greek live music in the evenings!
They also have a 'summer edition' tavern on Strefis hill.
Tavern Klimataria
2 Pl. TheatrouGreek live music and amazing food! Make sure you reserve a table!
For the best sweet or savory pancakes in town! Try the famous Greek 'bougatsan' and feel like a local!
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Estrella
24Α RomvisFor the best sweet or savory pancakes in town! Try the famous Greek 'bougatsan' and feel like a local!
Serbetospito Or else called 'Nancy's Sweet House'. More than 40 delicious home sweet recipes.
Top Must Try: Politiko Ekmek & Kunefe
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Σερμπετόσπιτο
1 Pl. IroonSerbetospito Or else called 'Nancy's Sweet House'. More than 40 delicious home sweet recipes.
Top Must Try: Politiko Ekmek & Kunefe
Oxo Nou
63 Emmanouil BenakiOXO NOU
For a beer or some homemade Greek wine with Greek 'mezze' (a.k.a tapas)
Ever heard of Greek spirit 'ouzo'? Here is the best place in the neighborhood for some ouzo with fish & seafood. Open all day but note it is usually full. Locals LOVE IT!
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Ouzeri Lesvos
38 Emmanouil BenakiEver heard of Greek spirit 'ouzo'? Here is the best place in the neighborhood for some ouzo with fish & seafood. Open all day but note it is usually full. Locals LOVE IT!
Pnyka , a traditional bakery since 1981.
Its owner was once invited by Harvard to teach how to make bread. His son now owns the place still using the old way of stone mill wheat grinding. Recently they've also opened a bakery in Vienna and they've become very famous already!
Pnýka
13 TositsaPnyka , a traditional bakery since 1981.
Its owner was once invited by Harvard to teach how to make bread. His son now owns the place still using the old way of stone mill wheat grinding. Recently they've also opened a bakery in Vienna and they've become very famous already!
Cafe Bar 67
67 Emmanouil BenakiAll day cafe bistro, ideal for breakfast.
For vegetarians and vegan, here is the ultimate choice! Here you may have enjoy a light healthy meal or choose a snack for take away. Try the famous Greek moussaka on a more healthy edition with coconut bechamel or the mushroom burger. Mouthwatering! Coffee, wine and drinks also available.
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Mama Tierra
84 AkadimiasFor vegetarians and vegan, here is the ultimate choice! Here you may have enjoy a light healthy meal or choose a snack for take away. Try the famous Greek moussaka on a more healthy edition with coconut bechamel or the mushroom burger. Mouthwatering! Coffee, wine and drinks also available.
A coffee shop and grocery store dedicated to those with healthy eating habits! Nice option for grabbing a light snack & coffee or buy some essentials for your own cooking.
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Bamboo Vegan
36 SolonosA coffee shop and grocery store dedicated to those with healthy eating habits! Nice option for grabbing a light snack & coffee or buy some essentials for your own cooking.
Drinks & Nightlife
From serving coffee in the morning to wine labels of Greek and international vineyards in the evening as well as tasteful Mediterranean flavors. Make sure to try the menu; Chef's doing magic!
Tip: Pasta day every Saturday from 13:00 pm
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Warehouse
21 ValtetsiouFrom serving coffee in the morning to wine labels of Greek and international vineyards in the evening as well as tasteful Mediterranean flavors. Make sure to try the menu; Chef's doing magic!
Tip: Pasta day every Saturday from 13:00 pm
Mavros Gatos Bar: To see and to be seen. Full of locals, mostly students. Great music, nice cocktails and drinks at reasonable price.
Tip: themed parties every Wednesday
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Μαύρος Γάτος
KolettiMavros Gatos Bar: To see and to be seen. Full of locals, mostly students. Great music, nice cocktails and drinks at reasonable price.
Tip: themed parties every Wednesday
With an exotic atmosphere this cozy all day hangout is one of Exarchia's favorites! Special place with self service and tempting prices. Colorful and sexy ;)
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Red Lotus
5 Zoodochou PigisWith an exotic atmosphere this cozy all day hangout is one of Exarchia's favorites! Special place with self service and tempting prices. Colorful and sexy ;)
Some of the most special wine labels are gathered at its particularly neat place! and wine lovers rightfully honor it!
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By the glass Athens
3 SouriSome of the most special wine labels are gathered at its particularly neat place! and wine lovers rightfully honor it!
For unforgettable nights and experiences in the most sexy area of downtown Athens! Signature cocktails, great sounds! Tip: try #under my skin or #the lady & a tramp cocktails
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Drunk Sinatra
16 ThiseosFor unforgettable nights and experiences in the most sexy area of downtown Athens! Signature cocktails, great sounds! Tip: try #under my skin or #the lady & a tramp cocktails
NY decor, interwar ambiance, jazz, swing, soul , classic cocktails and a cellar
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Minnie The Moocher
6 TsakalofNY decor, interwar ambiance, jazz, swing, soul , classic cocktails and a cellar
The Clumsies
30 PraxitelousAward winning bar, a steady value among locals!
Technopolis was actually an old gas factory that now turned into an exhibition venue. Usually there are different kind of festivals held here (music festivals or the famous -to locals - 'meet market', a gathering of craftsmen), Besides this venue, the whole area (called Gazi) is full of lively bars and nightclubs like the famous Lohan Club. If you're looking for a place to dance, this is where you should go!
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雅典科技城
100 PireosTechnopolis was actually an old gas factory that now turned into an exhibition venue. Usually there are different kind of festivals held here (music festivals or the famous -to locals - 'meet market', a gathering of craftsmen), Besides this venue, the whole area (called Gazi) is full of lively bars and nightclubs like the famous Lohan Club. If you're looking for a place to dance, this is where you should go!
Set on the ultra touristic area of Plaka, Brettos is one of the few bars, where you will find more Greeks than visitors. The unique decor of colorful bottles and their 36 flavors of home-made liqueurs, according to the old family recipes dated since 1909, gather a lively Athenian crowd every day of the week.
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Brettos Bar
41 KidathineonSet on the ultra touristic area of Plaka, Brettos is one of the few bars, where you will find more Greeks than visitors. The unique decor of colorful bottles and their 36 flavors of home-made liqueurs, according to the old family recipes dated since 1909, gather a lively Athenian crowd every day of the week.
Essentials
Kallidromiou Str is known for its open market every Saturday. Get your fresh groceries and enjoy your coffee while staring at people passing by.
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Kallidromiou
KallidromiouKallidromiou Str is known for its open market every Saturday. Get your fresh groceries and enjoy your coffee while staring at people passing by.
ΑΒ Βασιλόπουλος
72 MitropoleosAB City super market for grocery
This is not just an ordinary cava - liquer store... This is a MUST visit in the neighborhood if you are a wine / beer lover looking for the best flavors and spirits in the world! Make sure you ask for Greek labels available or wine per liter.
Do not miss the chance to explore its delicatessen as well ;)
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Oinotypo
98 Char. TrikoupiThis is not just an ordinary cava - liquer store... This is a MUST visit in the neighborhood if you are a wine / beer lover looking for the best flavors and spirits in the world! Make sure you ask for Greek labels available or wine per liter.
Do not miss the chance to explore its delicatessen as well ;)
Sightseeing
A beautiful hill in the heart of Athens ideal for hiking fans but also for those who wish to enjoy a 360 view of the city. Another option to get there is by cable car.
Tip: Make sure you visit during sunset! Cable car station is located at Ploutarchou street in Kolonaki area.
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利卡贝图斯山观景区
A beautiful hill in the heart of Athens ideal for hiking fans but also for those who wish to enjoy a 360 view of the city. Another option to get there is by cable car.
Tip: Make sure you visit during sunset! Cable car station is located at Ploutarchou street in Kolonaki area.
This site which is a symbol of the eternal ancient Greek culture as well as the European and which goes hand in hand with universal values will never disappoint its visitors!
Info: Opens daily from 08:00 until sunset | Entrance fee: 20€ per adult
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雅典卫城
This site which is a symbol of the eternal ancient Greek culture as well as the European and which goes hand in hand with universal values will never disappoint its visitors!
Info: Opens daily from 08:00 until sunset | Entrance fee: 20€ per adult
It is the largest museum of Greece and one of the most important worldwide. it hosts numerous finds from excavations in Greece and elsewhere which are organized in 5 permanent collections: sculptures, vases and minor objects, metalwork and Egyptian-Middle Eastern antiquities.
Info: Opens Mon 13:00 -20:00 & Tue-Sun: 8:00 - 20:00 (May to October schedule) | Entrance fee: 10€ per person
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雅典国立博物馆
44 28is OktovriouIt is the largest museum of Greece and one of the most important worldwide. it hosts numerous finds from excavations in Greece and elsewhere which are organized in 5 permanent collections: sculptures, vases and minor objects, metalwork and Egyptian-Middle Eastern antiquities.
Info: Opens Mon 13:00 -20:00 & Tue-Sun: 8:00 - 20:00 (May to October schedule) | Entrance fee: 10€ per person
Not necessarily for watching a specific act or live concert. Just to walk around the water canal, rent and ride a bicycle, have a picnic or lay on the grass and read your book.
Info: Opens daily: 06:00 - 00:00 (summer) 06:00 - 20:00 (winter). No entrance fee
Access: with private shuttle bus from Syntagma square every half an hour or public bus 550 (Onassio stop).
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斯塔夫洛斯·尼亚尔科斯基金会文化中心
364 Leof. Andrea SiggrouNot necessarily for watching a specific act or live concert. Just to walk around the water canal, rent and ride a bicycle, have a picnic or lay on the grass and read your book.
Info: Opens daily: 06:00 - 00:00 (summer) 06:00 - 20:00 (winter). No entrance fee
Access: with private shuttle bus from Syntagma square every half an hour or public bus 550 (Onassio stop).
The famous port! But not only that. Mostly known for its fish & seafood taverns on the seaside, great all day cafe-bars, cocktail and wine bars as well as hip restaurants all to be found in Mikrolimano-Marina Zea-Troumba areas. Go explore!
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Pireas
The famous port! But not only that. Mostly known for its fish & seafood taverns on the seaside, great all day cafe-bars, cocktail and wine bars as well as hip restaurants all to be found in Mikrolimano-Marina Zea-Troumba areas. Go explore!
The most famous piazza of the southern suburbs. To see and to be seen. Located next to the sea, has an urban character with multiple mainstream suggestions for everyone. Glyfada has its own loyal crowd, visiting the area for the extensive shopping center, the easy going friendly - and some posh - all day hangouts, the remarkable restaurants , the famous bars and timeless live stages.
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Glyfada
The most famous piazza of the southern suburbs. To see and to be seen. Located next to the sea, has an urban character with multiple mainstream suggestions for everyone. Glyfada has its own loyal crowd, visiting the area for the extensive shopping center, the easy going friendly - and some posh - all day hangouts, the remarkable restaurants , the famous bars and timeless live stages.
Along with The National Library of Greece and the Academia Institute, Panepistimio (a.k.a University) is part of the famous 'Athenian Trilogy'.
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Panepistimio
Along with The National Library of Greece and the Academia Institute, Panepistimio (a.k.a University) is part of the famous 'Athenian Trilogy'.
Surrounded by Monastiraki and Plaka area, the Ancient Agora was developed during the 6th century BC and had been the center of administrative, commercial, cultural, social and religious life of ancient Athens. Walking down Agora, one can visit the Temple of Hephaestus and the Stoa of Attalos.
Info: Open hours 08:00 - 15:00 | Entrance fee: 8,00€ per person
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古雅典阿哥拉
24 Adrianou Surrounded by Monastiraki and Plaka area, the Ancient Agora was developed during the 6th century BC and had been the center of administrative, commercial, cultural, social and religious life of ancient Athens. Walking down Agora, one can visit the Temple of Hephaestus and the Stoa of Attalos.
Info: Open hours 08:00 - 15:00 | Entrance fee: 8,00€ per person
The beautiful temple of Zeus and the much photographed Arch of Adrian are located 500m away from Syntagma (Constitution) square. The construction of the temple - which was dedicated to Zeus - started during the 6th century BC and completed much later. Out of 104 Corinthian columns built, only 15 are preserved nowadays.
Info: Opens daily from 08:00 to 15:00 | Entrance fee: 2,00€ per person
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奥林匹亚宙斯神庙
The beautiful temple of Zeus and the much photographed Arch of Adrian are located 500m away from Syntagma (Constitution) square. The construction of the temple - which was dedicated to Zeus - started during the 6th century BC and completed much later. Out of 104 Corinthian columns built, only 15 are preserved nowadays.
Info: Opens daily from 08:00 to 15:00 | Entrance fee: 2,00€ per person
Point of reference of the center of Athens with many choices regarding food, shopping and nightlife. This neighborhood is filled with thrift shops and workshops.
Tip: Make sure you visit the famous flea market on Sundays. Have a coffee or enjoy delicious food at Avisinia Cafe.
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蒙纳斯提拉奇
Point of reference of the center of Athens with many choices regarding food, shopping and nightlife. This neighborhood is filled with thrift shops and workshops.
Tip: Make sure you visit the famous flea market on Sundays. Have a coffee or enjoy delicious food at Avisinia Cafe.
Lying on the Acropolis Hill foot, Anafiotika is considered to be one of the oldest neighborhoods and has been declared traditional settlement. Very picturesque with small houses built based on the Greek island architecture. The white washed streets, the flowers and lack of cars will make this walk your favorite one.
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Plaka Anafiotika
24β MnisikleousLying on the Acropolis Hill foot, Anafiotika is considered to be one of the oldest neighborhoods and has been declared traditional settlement. Very picturesque with small houses built based on the Greek island architecture. The white washed streets, the flowers and lack of cars will make this walk your favorite one.
Whether for walking or even jogging, make sure you visit the National Garden with its interesting and dense vegetation, its lake with ducks, small zoo, herban collection and charming cafe. Finish your walk by exploring the Zappeion right next to it.
Tip: Free entrance
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国家花园
1 Leoforos Vasilisis AmaliasWhether for walking or even jogging, make sure you visit the National Garden with its interesting and dense vegetation, its lake with ducks, small zoo, herban collection and charming cafe. Finish your walk by exploring the Zappeion right next to it.
Tip: Free entrance
Kifissia, Athens’s Beverly Hills
Just a 30-minute train ride from the city center, this leafy northern suburb is known for great shopping, dining and timeless charm. Here you can relish cool air, abundant greenery and a sense of nonchalant affluence that is light years away from the sometimes overwhelming chaos of the city center.
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Kifisia
Kifissia, Athens’s Beverly Hills
Just a 30-minute train ride from the city center, this leafy northern suburb is known for great shopping, dining and timeless charm. Here you can relish cool air, abundant greenery and a sense of nonchalant affluence that is light years away from the sometimes overwhelming chaos of the city center.
Entertainment & Activities
Costa del Sol
Closest beach to Athens!
Vouliagmenis Lake
Λίμνη ΒουλιαγμένηςFor swimming
For a truly unforgettable movie experience, visit a spot CNN included at the top of its list of “10 of the world’s most enjoyable movie theaters” in 2017. Operated since 1935, Cine Thission has a robust film program that includes classic favorites as well as new flicks — including some American pics not yet released in North America. Films are screened in their language of origin, with Greek subtitles. Look for seats at the back, where you’ll also be able to take in stunning views of the Parthenon lit up against the night sky.
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Open Air Cinema THISION
7 Apostolou PavlouFor a truly unforgettable movie experience, visit a spot CNN included at the top of its list of “10 of the world’s most enjoyable movie theaters” in 2017. Operated since 1935, Cine Thission has a robust film program that includes classic favorites as well as new flicks — including some American pics not yet released in North America. Films are screened in their language of origin, with Greek subtitles. Look for seats at the back, where you’ll also be able to take in stunning views of the Parthenon lit up against the night sky.
For an ultimate open air movie experience!
Every Monday 2 tickets at 5€ each
Every Wednesday tickets at 7€ per person
Rest of week tickets at 8€ per person
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Cinema Riviera
46 ValtetsiouFor an ultimate open air movie experience!
Every Monday 2 tickets at 5€ each
Every Wednesday tickets at 7€ per person
Rest of week tickets at 8€ per person
Shopping
Attica
9 Panepistimiou雅典商场
35 Andrea PapandreouAthens Metro Mall
276 Par. Leof. VouliagmenisThere is also a cinema here
The most central open air market and most busy, full of locals! Willing to get some Greek delicacies back home? Make sure you make a stop here. It is an attraction!
Tip: closed on Sundays
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Varvakios Central Municipal Market
42 AthinasThe most central open air market and most busy, full of locals! Willing to get some Greek delicacies back home? Make sure you make a stop here. It is an attraction!
Tip: closed on Sundays
Getting Around
Walking in downtown Athens is enjoyable! However, if you don't feel like walking you can always take the bus. On your way to the flat, you will hop on to 230 bus (from metro station Panepistimio) and make a stop on Charilaou Trikoupi Str (Kallidromiou stop) or 025/026/027 bus and make a stop on Asklipiou Str (Agios Nikolaos stop).
Panepistimiou
PanepistimiouWalking in downtown Athens is enjoyable! However, if you don't feel like walking you can always take the bus. On your way to the flat, you will hop on to 230 bus (from metro station Panepistimio) and make a stop on Charilaou Trikoupi Str (Kallidromiou stop) or 025/026/027 bus and make a stop on Asklipiou Str (Agios Nikolaos stop).
From flat to go to Syntagma Square & metro station, Panepistimio metro station or Monastiraki, pick 025/026/027 bus (on Ippokratous Str) or bus 230 that takes you to Acropolis (also from Ippokratous Str.)
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Ippokratous
IppokratousFrom flat to go to Syntagma Square & metro station, Panepistimio metro station or Monastiraki, pick 025/026/027 bus (on Ippokratous Str) or bus 230 that takes you to Acropolis (also from Ippokratous Str.)