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The best things to do selected by the Athens Voice team

Point Α © Christos Drazos

Athens summer “observatories” rest on the city’s flat-top buildings; hideaways ensconced in the embrace of the evening summer breeze.

This is Greece

Moutza

An open palm gesture that does NOT signify love

Frequently Asked Questions

A crash course into the modern Greek experience (with a humorous twist)

Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Porto Heli is an earthy paradise

The most cosmopolitan hotel experience you can have in Greece

Blue Flags 2019

Greece is awarded a total of 534 blue flags and ranks second in the world in the 2019 Blue Flag Q

Things to do

Athens: authentic handmade ice cream at Le Grecche

I first bumped into this cute gelateria last summer after a crazy night out, craving for somethin

5 Routes to jog in the city

Βear in mind that in Athens, during the summer, the temperature rises well above 30°. Consider running before 10:00 or after 20:00.

10 reasons why Athens is the new best destination

According to British newspaper “Evening Standard

Gardening

There are many restaurants in Athens which, with the first rise in temperatures, bring their tabl

Sightseeing

Archaelogical site

Lysicrates Monument

A monument in honour of the founder of the nearby Theatre of Dionysus

Museum

National Museum of Contemporary Art

Showcases contemporary international art

Video

Aerial view of Potamos Beach

Get a taste!

Best of Athens

Most aristocratic chocolaterie

Taste hundreds of screws, made of delicious black or milk chocolate

Best movie theatre in the world

Cine Thisio.

Hotels

3 Stars

Aria Plaka Residence

A few steps away from Akropoli Metro station, this authentic neoclassical house may accommodate up to four people

4 Stars

Ammon Zeus

Hotel Ammon Zeus enjoys a beachfront location in the popular resort of Kallithea, in Chalkidiki. As one of the most easily accessible locations in Chalkidiki, the Ammon Beach provides relaxing vibes, sun kissed golden sand, and crystal clear water. Our impeccable services for both hotel guest and visitors are unmatched.