Athens Guidebook by Alexia
Sightseeing
Ancient Agora of Athens
Ancient Agora, in Plaka area, near the Acropolis.
Beautiful temple, built at the edge of a cliff, overlooking the Aegean Sea. Great sunset views.
474 residents recomanen
Temple de Posidó - Sounio
Beautiful temple, built at the edge of a cliff, overlooking the Aegean Sea. Great sunset views.
The famous rock, must visit for everyone visiting Athens, to see the Parthenon and the other beautiful temples.
280 residents recomanen
Acròpoli
The famous rock, must visit for everyone visiting Athens, to see the Parthenon and the other beautiful temples.
Great viewpoint overlooking the city, nice walk up the hill, can access with a Funicular as well.
682 residents recomanen
Àrea d'observació del Mont Lycabettus
Great viewpoint overlooking the city, nice walk up the hill, can access with a Funicular as well.
A bare marble hill across from the entrance to the Acropolis with beautiful views of the city. In classical times, it functioned as the court for trying criminal and civil cases.
Please note: Its ancient marble steps can be slippery, especially in the rain.
80 residents recomanen
Colina de l'Areòpag
21 TheoriasA bare marble hill across from the entrance to the Acropolis with beautiful views of the city. In classical times, it functioned as the court for trying criminal and civil cases.
Please note: Its ancient marble steps can be slippery, especially in the rain.
Neighborhoods
The historic neighbourhood of Athens with preserved houses and cobbled streets, surrounding the Acropolis Rock and overlooking the Ancient Agora. Visiting is a must!
1300 residents recomanen
Plaka
24 MnisikleousThe historic neighbourhood of Athens with preserved houses and cobbled streets, surrounding the Acropolis Rock and overlooking the Ancient Agora. Visiting is a must!
Posh neighbourhood with restaurants, bars and good shopping. Charitos street is also very nice to visit. One small road with cafes/bars/restaurants.
397 residents recomanen
Kolonaki
Posh neighbourhood with restaurants, bars and good shopping. Charitos street is also very nice to visit. One small road with cafes/bars/restaurants.
Lively Monasteraki is known for its small shops selling traditional products, iconic landmarks including the ruins of Hadrian’s Library, the Ancient Agora and the rebuilt Stoa of Attalos and the Monastiraki Flea Market. The surrounding streets are crammed with traditional tavernas and restaurants, many with Acropolis views. It is located next to Plaka, Thiseio and the Ermou shopping strip.
841 residents recomanen
Monastiraki
Lively Monasteraki is known for its small shops selling traditional products, iconic landmarks including the ruins of Hadrian’s Library, the Ancient Agora and the rebuilt Stoa of Attalos and the Monastiraki Flea Market. The surrounding streets are crammed with traditional tavernas and restaurants, many with Acropolis views. It is located next to Plaka, Thiseio and the Ermou shopping strip.
Traditional neighbourhood next to Monasteraki, surrounding the Acropolis hill with traditional tavernals and cafes. Great for walking around and exploring.
533 residents recomanen
Thiseio
Traditional neighbourhood next to Monasteraki, surrounding the Acropolis hill with traditional tavernals and cafes. Great for walking around and exploring.
Old Athenian neighbourhood which is getting the spotlight due to hip restaurants, traditional tavernas and the new Basil and Elise Goulandris Museum. Varnava square there are loads of bars and when the weather is nice most people are outside.
44 residents recomanen
Pangrati
Old Athenian neighbourhood which is getting the spotlight due to hip restaurants, traditional tavernas and the new Basil and Elise Goulandris Museum. Varnava square there are loads of bars and when the weather is nice most people are outside.
Bars
Ippopotamos
DelfonNice local bar with great music
Warehouse
21 ValtetsiouWine bar with good food in the cool Exarcheia area
42 Barstronomy.Athens
3 KolokotroniBar with good food. Good for coffee as well.
Vyssinokipos
27 Zoodochou PigisNice bar with good drinks
Food scene
Mavro Provato
33 ArrianouDelicious greek food
48 Urban Garden
48 Armatolon ke KleftonTrendy bar restaurant with nice decor and music.
Kapetan Michalis
3 FidiouGreek taverna with traditional dishes.
Minibar
16 Navarchou ApostoliGreek tapas and coffee, great for lunch.
Kafeneio Ivis
10 IvisGreek tapas and coffee, great for lunch.
Feedέλ Urban Gastronomy
1 KtenaBar restaurant with Greek fusion cuisine.
Ama Lachei
69 KallidromiouDelicious greek food and nice open garden in the Exarcheia area.
Tavern Klimataria
2 Pl. TheatrouGreek taverna with good food
Filema
Platia SintagmatosTraditional greek food with local vibes.
K Filippou & Co EE
19 XenokratousTraditional greek food, local old school feel.
Cute little taverna with greek food - focusing on grilled meat dishes.
16 residents recomanen
George (former Black Cat)
4 PolemonosCute little taverna with greek food - focusing on grilled meat dishes.
Fantastic views of the bay, great food, specialising in fish.
30 residents recomanen
Labros Restaurant
20 Leof. PosidonosFantastic views of the bay, great food, specialising in fish.
Brunello
21b LoukianouUpscale Italian restaurant with outdoor seating in Kolonaki.
Cafe
Super cute cafe for great coffee, hot chocolate and delicious cakes
13 residents recomanen
Petite Fleur Παγκράτι
1 AmintaSuper cute cafe for great coffee, hot chocolate and delicious cakes
Yiasemi
23 MnisikleousCute cafe in Plaka area with traditional desserts and great vibe.
Museums
Newest addition to the museum scene, this fantastic museum showcases works by Picasso, Chagall, Klee, Kandinsky, Rodin, Cezanne, Van Gogh, Monet, Miro, and Giacometti, as well as by prominent Greek artists.
65 residents recomanen
Museu Goulandris
13 EratosthenousNewest addition to the museum scene, this fantastic museum showcases works by Picasso, Chagall, Klee, Kandinsky, Rodin, Cezanne, Van Gogh, Monet, Miro, and Giacometti, as well as by prominent Greek artists.
Amazing Museum to see archeological finds from all over Greece.
1277 residents recomanen
Museu Arqueològic Nacional
44 28is OktovriouAmazing Museum to see archeological finds from all over Greece.
One of the most noteworthy museums in Athens where you can see original findings from the Acropolis archeological site and enjoy amazing views of the Parthenon.
2190 residents recomanen
Museu de l'acròpolis
15 Dionysiou AreopagitouOne of the most noteworthy museums in Athens where you can see original findings from the Acropolis archeological site and enjoy amazing views of the Parthenon.
The museum houses a notable collection of artifacts of Cycladic art and occasional exhibitions.
527 residents recomanen
Museu d'Art Ciclàdic
4 Neofitou Douka The museum houses a notable collection of artifacts of Cycladic art and occasional exhibitions.
Cultural Centre in the bay of Faliro which includes new facilities for the National Library of Greece and the Greek National Opera, as well as the 210,000 m² Stavros Niarchos Park. The Part has beautiful views overlooking the Bay and is great to visit for a walk, cycling or with small kids.
80 residents recomanen
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
364 Leoforos Andrea SiggrouCultural Centre in the bay of Faliro which includes new facilities for the National Library of Greece and the Greek National Opera, as well as the 210,000 m² Stavros Niarchos Park. The Part has beautiful views overlooking the Bay and is great to visit for a walk, cycling or with small kids.
Museu Numismàtic
12 El. VenizelouSmall museum with nice outdoor Cafe.
Shopping
Flee market for quirky finds from souvenirs to furniture, food & army surplus.
418 residents recomanen
Mercat de puces de Monastiraki
2 IfestouFlee market for quirky finds from souvenirs to furniture, food & army surplus.
Central market selling Fish, meat & produce, great for people watching and photos.
102 residents recomanen
Varvakios Central Municipal Market
42 AthinasCentral market selling Fish, meat & produce, great for people watching and photos.