In line with our article on the major Athens churches worth exploring while visiting the Greek capital, we have gathered the top Athens monasteries that should make it to your must-see list. Even if you are just staying for a few days, be sure to squeeze them in your busy schedule. They will not disappoint …
Athens is a city filled with treasures, ready to be explored. All travelers find themselves in a sweet conundrum, as to which neighborhoods in Athens are worth discovering first. Should they start at the historic city center and just go with the flow? Or maybe they should follow their instinct and simply wander off using …
Part of the Athenian Riviera, Glyfada is a magnificent place by the sea to explore. When in Athens, it is worth taking the Tram and getting off at the station bearing the same name. Either “Glyfada Square” or “Square Hesperides” and “Katraki Square” offer you the best accessibility to the entire area. Whether you wish …
If you are looking for an elegant place to sip on latte macchiato or Greek coffee in between your city explorations, Kolonaki is definitely the best option. Located in the city center, right a breath from Athens top attractions and sights, Kolonaki goes a long way back and boasts an impressive history. Its name literally …
Although it is not as elegant as Kolonaki district, Ano Petralona holds a special place in our hearts. This area depicts the true essence of Athenian living, unpretentious and filled with pictures from a different era. An era where romance was genuine, along with the hardships of everyday people and their struggle to survive…Doesn’t that …
Athens is a city filled with historic treasures. But it is not famous just for that. Its treasures stretch all the way from antiquity up to the present. And through the most popular must visit markets in Athens, you have an idea why the city has remained a hub of commerce over the years. Get …
Athens has always been a beacon of Art. Over the years, artists have flooded the city and offered their contribution to its magnitude. Contemporary Art features graffiti and vivid colors, unlike the Classic era with the firm, sturdy buildings and clear lines. But the truth is that when you want to learn more about a …
Perhaps one of the most overlooked treasures in Athens lies just a few kilometers from Omonoia Square. Athens Botanical Garden is the largest in Greece and Eastern Mediterranean. A breath of fresh air, in a vast area where nature blooms and thrives. If you are looking for a serene haven for a quiet stroll, taking …
Athens will be transformed into the Capital of Tango! From 30 May to 3 June 2018, the heart of tango will beat loud and clear! In the center of Athens, people will have the opportunity to enjoy the most spectacular dancers in the world. Where? At Todos Tango Festival Athens 2018! Todos Tango Festival Athens …
Athens has got a new gem to take pride in. A wonderful place where kids and adults alike have the chance to entertain themselves. A place that looks nothing like others in the city. Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center is a brand new establishment, built in line with contemporary architecture and highlighting natural surroundings. Everybody …