Guidebook for Athina
Food Scene
A great place for brunch, snack, and coffee. Right next to the Acropolis museum.
26 residents recomanen
7 CACTUS greek street deli
7 DimitrakopoulouA great place for brunch, snack, and coffee. Right next to the Acropolis museum.
A great and cozy place for coffee and early drinks. You can accompany your booze with great tarts and delicious desserts.
112 residents recomanen
Lotte cafe-bistrot
2 Tsami KaratasouA great and cozy place for coffee and early drinks. You can accompany your booze with great tarts and delicious desserts.
Olýmpion
9 AnapafseosIf you want to try real greek food, this is the place!
Rosalia
59 ValtetsiouLocal dishes, great menu!
Kanella
70 Konstantinoupoleos Ave.The best pork tenderloin ever!
Nikitas
19 Ag. AnargironThe number one place to taste the amazing Greek cuisine!
ΜΠΕΛ ΡΕΫ ΣΝΑΚ ΜΠΑΡ
88 FalirouA coffee cornet you will defo love!
Right next to Siggrou Fix metro station, one of the best places for greek pita and souvlaki!
14 residents recomanen
Ambrosia - Souvlaki
3 DrakouRight next to Siggrou Fix metro station, one of the best places for greek pita and souvlaki!
Seychelles
49 KeramikouGreat dishes!
Drinks & Nightlife
Amazing atmosphere, one the most beautiful bars in Athens downtown. Great cocktails!
308 residents recomanen
Noel
59B KolokotroniAmazing atmosphere, one the most beautiful bars in Athens downtown. Great cocktails!
Tailor Made Microroastery
2 Agias IrinisGreat cafe at one of downtown's hotspots!
Drunk Sinatra
16 ThiseosOne of the best places for early and late night drinks!
Arts & Culture
It is one of the biggest and best equipped digital planetariums in the world. The ultra-modern projection room has a capacity of 280 persons, with specially designed reclining; interactive participation seats, thus taking the visitor to a unique virtual reality journey to the universe.
59 residents recomanen
Planetari Eugenides
st PentelisIt is one of the biggest and best equipped digital planetariums in the world. The ultra-modern projection room has a capacity of 280 persons, with specially designed reclining; interactive participation seats, thus taking the visitor to a unique virtual reality journey to the universe.
The Odeion of Herodes Atticus was built in 161 AD by the wealthy Herodes Tiberius Claudius Atticus, a teacher and philosopher. You may enjoy the beauty and charm of the Odeion in a morning stroll on the way to the Acropolis.
442 residents recomanen
Odeó d'Herodes Àtic
Dionysiou AreopagitouThe Odeion of Herodes Atticus was built in 161 AD by the wealthy Herodes Tiberius Claudius Atticus, a teacher and philosopher. You may enjoy the beauty and charm of the Odeion in a morning stroll on the way to the Acropolis.
In this important Museum you can learn about the interdependence of living organisms. The museum displays rich collections of insects, mammals, serpents, birds, and shells, and rocks and fossils from Greece.
61 residents recomanen
Museu d'Història Natural Goulandris
13 LevidouIn this important Museum you can learn about the interdependence of living organisms. The museum displays rich collections of insects, mammals, serpents, birds, and shells, and rocks and fossils from Greece.
Founded in 1977, its collection comprises 8,000 authentic pieces, photographs, documents and archives that refer to the 2,300-year-old presence of Jews in Greece.
29 residents recomanen
The Jewish Museum of Greece
39 NikisFounded in 1977, its collection comprises 8,000 authentic pieces, photographs, documents and archives that refer to the 2,300-year-old presence of Jews in Greece.
The remarkable collections of this museum are dated from 1650. Modern Greek embroidered items from all over the country are showcased on the ground floor.
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Folk Art Museum Shop
45 AdrianouThe remarkable collections of this museum are dated from 1650. Modern Greek embroidered items from all over the country are showcased on the ground floor.
The only Museum of Contemporary European Painting in Greece, the Frissiras Museum is housed in two neoclassical buildings in Plaka. The collections include paintings, drawings, sculpture, and engravings of major European and Greek artists.
25 residents recomanen
Frissiras Museum
The only Museum of Contemporary European Painting in Greece, the Frissiras Museum is housed in two neoclassical buildings in Plaka. The collections include paintings, drawings, sculpture, and engravings of major European and Greek artists.
It displays the works of Greek and foreign artists and holds important temporary exhibitions.
373 residents recomanen
Museu Etnològic
It displays the works of Greek and foreign artists and holds important temporary exhibitions.
It is the leading Gallery in Greece. The core of the collection comprises of 117 paintings, listed in 1878.
122 residents recomanen
Galeria Nacional
50 MichalakopoulouIt is the leading Gallery in Greece. The core of the collection comprises of 117 paintings, listed in 1878.
On display are weapons from the Stone Age and the Classical Period to World War II.
145 residents recomanen
Athens War Museum
2-4 RizariOn display are weapons from the Stone Age and the Classical Period to World War II.
This Museum can rightfully take pride in possessing one of the leading collections of Byzantine icons in the world.
231 residents recomanen
Museu Bizantí i Cristià
22 Leof. Vasilissis SofiasThis Museum can rightfully take pride in possessing one of the leading collections of Byzantine icons in the world.
The renovated National Archeological Museum is one of the most remarkable archeological museums in the world. Its outstanding exhibits will give you the opportunity to travel through history!
1277 residents recomanen
Museu Arqueològic Nacional
44 28is OktovriouThe renovated National Archeological Museum is one of the most remarkable archeological museums in the world. Its outstanding exhibits will give you the opportunity to travel through history!
The largest part of its exhibition pertains to the characters and historic events of the Greek War of Independence of 1821.
77 residents recomanen
Museu Nacional d'Història (Vell Parlament)
13 StadiouThe largest part of its exhibition pertains to the characters and historic events of the Greek War of Independence of 1821.
It is one of the five most important numismatic museums in the world. It displays more than 600,000 coins, “treasuries” (closed coin collections), standard weights, metals and precious stones, from the ancient Greek period, the Roman period, Byzantium, the western middle Ages, and modern history.
111 residents recomanen
Museu Numismàtic
12 El. VenizelouIt is one of the five most important numismatic museums in the world. It displays more than 600,000 coins, “treasuries” (closed coin collections), standard weights, metals and precious stones, from the ancient Greek period, the Roman period, Byzantium, the western middle Ages, and modern history.
The well-organised museum was founded with the purpose of housing the Goulandris private collection of Cycladic Art. It is one of the leading museums in Athens.
527 residents recomanen
Museu d'Art Ciclàdic
4 Neofitou DoukaThe well-organised museum was founded with the purpose of housing the Goulandris private collection of Cycladic Art. It is one of the leading museums in Athens.
It is one of the most important museums in Athens that you should definitely visit.
566 residents recomanen
Museu de Joguines Benaki
138 PireosIt is one of the most important museums in Athens that you should definitely visit.
The meeting point of Greece’s past and future, holding the origins of Western civilization.
2190 residents recomanen
Museu de l'acròpolis
15 Dionysiou AreopagitouThe meeting point of Greece’s past and future, holding the origins of Western civilization.
Sightseeing
Panathenaikon [Panathenaic] Stadium, a remarkable construction, was made of white marble. The horse-shoe shaped stadium faces the National Garden.
870 residents recomanen
Estadi Panatenaic
Leoforos Vasileos KonstantinouPanathenaikon [Panathenaic] Stadium, a remarkable construction, was made of white marble. The horse-shoe shaped stadium faces the National Garden.
The Roman Agora (in the Plaka area) was an architectural complex, built between 19 and 11 B.C., consisting of a large rectangular court surrounded by colonnades (stoas). Behind the stoas were various shops.
169 residents recomanen
Àgora romana
3 PolignotouThe Roman Agora (in the Plaka area) was an architectural complex, built between 19 and 11 B.C., consisting of a large rectangular court surrounded by colonnades (stoas). Behind the stoas were various shops.
Pnyx is situated between the Hill of the Muses (the location of Philopappus Monument) and the Hill of the Nymphs. The semicircular square was after 6th century BC the location of the assembly of the people of Athens.
131 residents recomanen
Pnyx
Pnyx is situated between the Hill of the Muses (the location of Philopappus Monument) and the Hill of the Nymphs. The semicircular square was after 6th century BC the location of the assembly of the people of Athens.
Well worth a visit any time of the year. A walk at Philopappou Hill is a fascinating experience: you will find here a magnificent park, important monuments.
526 residents recomanen
Turó de Filopappos
215 ΦυλήςWell worth a visit any time of the year. A walk at Philopappou Hill is a fascinating experience: you will find here a magnificent park, important monuments.
An architectural masterpiece of great renown. You will appreciate its splendor if you visit, and learn about the history and the secrets of the construction of the Parthenon.
421 residents recomanen
Partenó
An architectural masterpiece of great renown. You will appreciate its splendor if you visit, and learn about the history and the secrets of the construction of the Parthenon.
The Acropolis is the symbol of Athens, the sacred rock, linking the fabulous ancient civilization with the modern city.
1856 residents recomanen
Acròpolis d'Atenes
The Acropolis is the symbol of Athens, the sacred rock, linking the fabulous ancient civilization with the modern city.
Dionyssiou Aeropagitou Str is one of the most impressive streets of Athens, offering an extraordinary view of the southern slope of the Acropolis, where some of the city’s most significant monuments stand
200 residents recomanen
Dionysiou Areopagitou
Dionysiou AreopagitouDionyssiou Aeropagitou Str is one of the most impressive streets of Athens, offering an extraordinary view of the southern slope of the Acropolis, where some of the city’s most significant monuments stand
Thission, the best-preserved temple of antiquity, was dedicated to Hephaistos and Athena. It is located in the western perimeter of the Agora.
533 residents recomanen
Thiseio
Thission, the best-preserved temple of antiquity, was dedicated to Hephaistos and Athena. It is located in the western perimeter of the Agora.
Is considered to be the most “aristocratic” area of the centre of Athens, you will find many shops selling expensive brands and high couture, modern restaurants, bars and cafés
397 residents recomanen
Kolonaki
Is considered to be the most “aristocratic” area of the centre of Athens, you will find many shops selling expensive brands and high couture, modern restaurants, bars and cafés
Ermou
ErmouThe city’s best-known commercial street!
In Syntagma square you can see the Greek Parliament building and in front of it the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, guarded by the Evzones in traditional costume.
553 residents recomanen
Syntagma Square
Platia SintagmatosIn Syntagma square you can see the Greek Parliament building and in front of it the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, guarded by the Evzones in traditional costume.
A two-floor building, donated by the king of Pergamum Attalus to the city of Athens. It is thought to have been a kind of ancient commercial centre. Get an idea of everyday life in ancient Athens!
78 residents recomanen
Estoa d'Atal·ló
24 AdrianouA two-floor building, donated by the king of Pergamum Attalus to the city of Athens. It is thought to have been a kind of ancient commercial centre. Get an idea of everyday life in ancient Athens!
Parks & Nature
A park with a statue of Eleftherios Venizelos (sculpted by the sculptor G. Pappas). In the rear section are three stone built buildings, accommodating the Athens Municipality Arts Centre and the Eleftherios Venizelos Museum. Facing the park is a row of three unadorned neoclassical buildings of the hospitals Aeginitio, Aretaeio, and Alexandra.
40 residents recomanen
Parko Eleftherias
A park with a statue of Eleftherios Venizelos (sculpted by the sculptor G. Pappas). In the rear section are three stone built buildings, accommodating the Athens Municipality Arts Centre and the Eleftherios Venizelos Museum. Facing the park is a row of three unadorned neoclassical buildings of the hospitals Aeginitio, Aretaeio, and Alexandra.
Strefi Hill is located in the vicinity of Exarhia Square, and despite of its relatively small size (approximately 12.5 acres) it forms a green oasis in the densely built city.
117 residents recomanen
Cim Strefi
134 Emmanouil BenakiStrefi Hill is located in the vicinity of Exarhia Square, and despite of its relatively small size (approximately 12.5 acres) it forms a green oasis in the densely built city.
It is a forest in the heart of the city, and among the Athenians’ favourite places for hiking or relaxing in the local cafés and restaurants.
682 residents recomanen
Àrea d'observació del Mont Lycabettus
It is a forest in the heart of the city, and among the Athenians’ favourite places for hiking or relaxing in the local cafés and restaurants.
An oasis with more than 500 different species of plants, trees, birds and animals; home to the Botanical Museum, a zoo, a pond, a playground, a children’s library and a traditional cafe!
1171 residents recomanen
Jardí Nacional
1 Leoforos Vasilisis AmaliasAn oasis with more than 500 different species of plants, trees, birds and animals; home to the Botanical Museum, a zoo, a pond, a playground, a children’s library and a traditional cafe!
Shopping
Louis Vuitton
St VoukourestiouMassimo Dutti
2 LazarakiZara
138 28is OktovriouZara
138 28is OktovriouH&M
11 ErmouH&M
11 Ermounotos Αθήνα (Athens)
Sala d'Or
37A Leof. KifisiasEl Mall d'Atenes
35 Andrea PapandreouAttica
9 PanepistimiouEssentials
ΣΚΛΑΒΕΝΙΤΗΣ
57 PapadiamantopoulouPharmacy
54 Mitropoleos