Summer 2018 is officially here! The weather is getting hotter, with the temperature rising day by day. Sunshine is a must, offering the chance for a golden brown tan that no solarium can ever beat. And it is that time of the year where everything seems more relaxed. How will you be spending this summer? …
Wine is not just a trend. It is passion, joy, friends or even loneliness. Athens loves the good wine and in almost every corner of its center, it has wonderful wine bars that bring the scents of the world and especially of the Greek vineyard to your glass. Discover all of them, one by one! …
«Monocle», «Vogue», «New York Times», are just some of the numeral international media that are suggesting and acclaiming the Koukaki area, as a wonderful retro-style neighborhood to wander! Situated south of the Acropolis and Mount Filopapou and bordered by Syngrou Avenue to the south and the beautiful pedestrian avenue of Dionissiou Areopagitou to the north, …
A unique exhibition is presented by Grande Exhibitions and Lavris Ltd. At Athens Megaron Mousikis, Art comes to life! Van Gogh Alive – the Experience has finally arrived. The Greek capital boasts a great spectacle. Opening its doors to the public, the exhibition attempts something remarkable! The concept of the exhibition has been stretched. It …
Are you a fan of vintage toys and wish to learn more about their history? At the brand new Toy Museum in Athens, you will be able to explore true magic! Set on three distinct levels, the museum offers a splendid glimpse at our childhood. Innocent dreams, laughter without agenda and colorful bliss are waiting …
Are you ready for the performance of the year? The world-renowned top class virtuoso Vanessa Mae will be here in Greece. She returns to Athens for a single performance. Tickets are already selling like crazy. On Thursday 5 October at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Vanessa Mae is going to offer a unique spectacle to …
Athens International Film Festival has been offering a breath of fresh air in cinema since 1995. In the heart of Athens, cinema beats really fast every autumn. Now the festival will be held from 20 September to 1 October, 2017. And it is going to be fantastic! Join Athens International Film Festival Do you love …
Now that we have established that Athens is an all-year-round destination, how about checking out the top 10 things to do in Athens? We have gathered the major sights and attractions, as well as fantastic experiences you should not miss out. It goes without even saying that Athens is a fabulous place. The more you …
Athens is the ultimate all-year-round destination, composing the dream of each traveler. Be it summer, spring, winter or autumn, you should visit Athens. This emblematic city will steal your heart away and offer you an unforgettable holiday experience. Combining the past with the present, Athens will fascinate you not only with its history. It will …
Luckily for visitors to Greece and Athens, experiencing the home of Ancient Greek culture can be surprisingly high-tech. If you’re equipped with a smartphone, it can be even easier to find the best things to do in Athens, and make the most of your vacation in Greece. Here are some apps to help you have …
Greece’s National Museum of Contemporary Art (EMST) in Athens is included on The Guardian’s list of the top ten new museum openings around the world in 2017. “History, art and design will be celebrated in their many forms, and disciplines, at new institutions from Paris to Los Angeles and London to Cape Town”, the British …
NJV Athens Plaza, located in the heart of Athens, recently received the “We do local” certification, after successfully adopting the initiative’s proposed standards to better promote local hospitality and culture. According to an announcement, the hotel was certified for supporting local producers and the economy and for actively contributing to the protection of the environment and the promotion of …
The Divani Group invites Athenians and visitors to enjoy the Greek summer at the swimming pools of the Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso in the coastal suburb of Vouliagmeni and of the Divani Caravel in central Athens. Located only a few minutes south of the capital’s center, overlooking the Saronic Gulf the Divani Apollon Palace & …
Athens is among the world’s top 50 cities attracting millennials, according to a survey released on April 19th by online housing platform Nestpick. The Berlin-based aggregator platform studied thousands of cities based on 16 criteria including housing score, tolerance to immigration, equality and nightlife, ranking the top 100 cities for millennials to live or visit. …
documenta 14 will open its doors on April 8 in Athens and on June 10 in Kassel, Germany under the motto “Art unites people”. This is the first time that documenta 14 is taking place in a city other than Kassel. Athens was selected due to its rich cultural heritage and its long history, being …
A daily direct flight between Athens and New York Emirates has announced! The new route, which will start from Dubai, with a stopover in Athens with a final destination of the International Airport of New York, will start from 12 March 2017. The flight will be operated by an aircraft type Boeing 777-300ER, offering 8 seats …
Acropolis Museum (Greek: Mousio Akropolis) The Acropolis Museum is one of the newest archaeological museums of Athens located on Dionysiou Areopagitou Street under the shadow of the Parthenon. The first Museum was on the Acropolis itself, however continuous excavations on the site uncovered many new artifacts which exceeded the museum’s capacity, creating the need …
3 Reasons to Love Athens on Valentine’s Day Reason 1: Romantic Walk Stroll, hand in hand with your other significant half, through one of the oldest and most picturesque neighborhood of Athens; Plaka. A Pedestrian labyrinth of wonderful coffee shops, eateries and bars; lit up with the lights of Parthenon. Arrive all the way …
When you only have 3 days and it is your first time in Greece you will definitely need to include Athens City as your arrival point and visit it’s most popular attractions for 1 full day and then to continue your travel to the famous island of Santorini. Make sure you put on your comfortable …
The Tower of the Winds also known as the Horologion of Andronikos, is a building of the late 1st century B.C., and is composed of nine solar clocks as well as mechanism to indicate the position of the planets. There were sundials on the external walls and an elaborate waterclock in the interior. The tower …