Guidebook for Athina

Lila George Stavros
Lila George Stavros
Guidebook for Athina

Sightseeing

Acropolis is a Top tourist Attraction in Athens Greece
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Acròpolis d'Atenes
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Acropolis is a Top tourist Attraction in Athens Greece
Temple Of Zeus is a top tourist attraction for the visitors of Athens
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Temple de Zeus Olímpic
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Temple Of Zeus is a top tourist attraction for the visitors of Athens
Plaka is a picturesque neighborhood of Athens. (Mets is the other) Many "taverns" (small greek restaurants), shops, bars, ancient churches, galleries are in this area. Very crowded during summer. Avoid to eat there. Expensive prices, not premium quality.
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Plaka
24 Mnisikleous
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Plaka is a picturesque neighborhood of Athens. (Mets is the other) Many "taverns" (small greek restaurants), shops, bars, ancient churches, galleries are in this area. Very crowded during summer. Avoid to eat there. Expensive prices, not premium quality.
The Panathenaic Stadium is the place where the first modern Olympic games were held. The authentic Marathon race, which takes place every year in November, ends here. Many ceremonies, as for instance the Ceremony of the Olympic Flame takes place in the Stadium , as well as many concerts.
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Estadi Panatenaic
Leoforos Vasileos Konstantinou
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The Panathenaic Stadium is the place where the first modern Olympic games were held. The authentic Marathon race, which takes place every year in November, ends here. Many ceremonies, as for instance the Ceremony of the Olympic Flame takes place in the Stadium , as well as many concerts.
The exclusive neighborhood of Athens, Kolonaki, is a must see. Fancy cafes, restaurants, boutiques like Giorgio Armani, Gucci are found here. Help your self around.
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Platia Filikis Eterias
Platia Filikis Eterias
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The exclusive neighborhood of Athens, Kolonaki, is a must see. Fancy cafes, restaurants, boutiques like Giorgio Armani, Gucci are found here. Help your self around.
Take a walk where the heart of the politics beats in Athens. At Irodou Attikou are located the presidential residence and "Maximou Megaron", which is the headquarters of the prime minister. They don't actually live here, but all their official meetings are held in these two buildings. At the end of the street next to Vas.Sofias Avenue are located the Presidential Guard. The change of guards every hour at :20 (10:20,11:20 etc) is a very popular touristic event.
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Irodou Attikou
Irodou Attikou
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Take a walk where the heart of the politics beats in Athens. At Irodou Attikou are located the presidential residence and "Maximou Megaron", which is the headquarters of the prime minister. They don't actually live here, but all their official meetings are held in these two buildings. At the end of the street next to Vas.Sofias Avenue are located the Presidential Guard. The change of guards every hour at :20 (10:20,11:20 etc) is a very popular touristic event.
The Ancient Agora of Athens, is the place where the Athenian citizens, i.e all people that fulfilled a number of strict criterions (and not all the residents of Athens) used to gather in order to discuss and decide for all the important matters of their city, back to the times of the golden era of Pericles. To visit the Ancient Agora, use the compound ticket of Acropolis.
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Antiga Àgora d'Atenes
24 Adrianou
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The Ancient Agora of Athens, is the place where the Athenian citizens, i.e all people that fulfilled a number of strict criterions (and not all the residents of Athens) used to gather in order to discuss and decide for all the important matters of their city, back to the times of the golden era of Pericles. To visit the Ancient Agora, use the compound ticket of Acropolis.
"Zapion" is a complex, former residence of a great Greek donor, named Zapas, which nowadays serves all the congresses and ceremonies of the European Union when they are taking place in the Greek capital. The rest of the time, many exhibitions and cultural events take place there.
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Sala Zappeio
Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas
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"Zapion" is a complex, former residence of a great Greek donor, named Zapas, which nowadays serves all the congresses and ceremonies of the European Union when they are taking place in the Greek capital. The rest of the time, many exhibitions and cultural events take place there.

Shopping

The famous flea market of Athens
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Mercat de puces de Monastiraki
2 Ifestou
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The famous flea market of Athens
If you are looking for the exclusive stores of Louis Vuiton, Prada, Dolce Gabbana, Dior, Cartier, Hermes then you are in the right street!
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Voukourestiou
Voukourestiou
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If you are looking for the exclusive stores of Louis Vuiton, Prada, Dolce Gabbana, Dior, Cartier, Hermes then you are in the right street!
Ermou str., next to Syntagma sq., is a very popular shopping area. Here you can find chain stores as Zara, H&M, Pull & Bear, Marks and Spencer and many many others. At 4 Ermou str. you can find an exclusive store of the well known greek brand KORRES, which specializes in manufacturing of natural cosmetics based on the greek flora.
Ermou 2
2 Ermou
Ermou str., next to Syntagma sq., is a very popular shopping area. Here you can find chain stores as Zara, H&M, Pull & Bear, Marks and Spencer and many many others. At 4 Ermou str. you can find an exclusive store of the well known greek brand KORRES, which specializes in manufacturing of natural cosmetics based on the greek flora.

Arts & Culture

One of the most active Greek museums. It majors in the history of modern Greece.
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Museu de Joguines Benaki
138 Pireos
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One of the most active Greek museums. It majors in the history of modern Greece.
Modern Greek Paintings. As is under complete refurbishment check the opening hours.
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Galeria Nacional
50 Michalakopoulou
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Modern Greek Paintings. As is under complete refurbishment check the opening hours.
If you are in Athens from mid June to late September, when the "Athens' Festival" is taking place , please do not leave Athens without attending a performance in this Ancient Athenian Theater. You can see the programme (and even book your tickets on line) by clicking on the link bellow: http://greekfestival.gr/en/home In 2016 Odeon Of Herodis Atticus was placed second in the world’s top live performance theaters. The list was published by the prestigious Canadian newspaper “Globe and Mail” and it was entitled “Top venues for live theatre.” -
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Odeó d'Herodes Àtic
Dionysiou Areopagitou
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If you are in Athens from mid June to late September, when the "Athens' Festival" is taking place , please do not leave Athens without attending a performance in this Ancient Athenian Theater. You can see the programme (and even book your tickets on line) by clicking on the link bellow: http://greekfestival.gr/en/home In 2016 Odeon Of Herodis Atticus was placed second in the world’s top live performance theaters. The list was published by the prestigious Canadian newspaper “Globe and Mail” and it was entitled “Top venues for live theatre.” -
The brand new Acropolis museum (opened in 2004) with the famous Parthenon marbles. Unfortunately, a significant number of the collection of the Parthenon marbles, was robbed from our country , during the Turkish occupancy, by an English Lord named Elgin, and they are retained nowadays, out of their natural environment, in the British Museum London.
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Museu de l'acròpolis
15 Dionysiou Areopagitou
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The brand new Acropolis museum (opened in 2004) with the famous Parthenon marbles. Unfortunately, a significant number of the collection of the Parthenon marbles, was robbed from our country , during the Turkish occupancy, by an English Lord named Elgin, and they are retained nowadays, out of their natural environment, in the British Museum London.
All the Greek history in a museum. You must take into account that it is very crowded during summer. Be patient and you have to take into consideration that you might spend a few hours there.
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Museu Arqueològic Nacional
44 28is Oktovriou
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All the Greek history in a museum. You must take into account that it is very crowded during summer. Be patient and you have to take into consideration that you might spend a few hours there.
Activities for children in Plaka
Kidathineon 14
14 Kidathineon
Activities for children in Plaka
The Cyclades complex is a island complex located in the South Aegean sea. In this island complex, an amazing civilazation has flourished 5300 years ago. The minimalistic character of its sculpture is world famous. In my opinion, and depending on the lenght of one's stay in Athens) the museum of Cycladic art is an an absolute "must see".
Irodotou 1
1 Irodotou
The Cyclades complex is a island complex located in the South Aegean sea. In this island complex, an amazing civilazation has flourished 5300 years ago. The minimalistic character of its sculpture is world famous. In my opinion, and depending on the lenght of one's stay in Athens) the museum of Cycladic art is an an absolute "must see".
The Booze Cooperativa, housed in a three-story neoclassical building at 57 Kolokotroni Street, is a living room, an open club of exchanging ideas and a meeting ποιντ of people who share the same artistic philosophical and spiritual concerns. NOt only it creates a framework for cooperation but also favors creativity in all fields expression. Back in 1989, it was known to the public as the most innovative bar of Athens. Today renewed the activities as Booze Cooperativa and gives the audience a well organized cafeteria, showrooms and theater scene. In October 2010 the Booze Cooperativa expanded its areas by adding another five thousand square into its existing surface. A block of buidings, right next to the historic property of Kolokotroni 57, became a part of the multiplex offering new meeting places for the Athenians and creation place for artists. The expansion includes a large gallery, even two bars, an art gallery, book presentation space (Etage Litteraire), seminar room, a restaurant (under construction), and many other places that gradually will build to contribute to housing cultural and other happenings. The Booze Cooperativa hosts alternative performances, theatrical performances, amateur or professional groups, with only charge a nominal amount for the maintenance of the site and without participation in ticket receipts.
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K.O.T.E.S. (Booze Cooperativa)
57 Kolokotroni
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The Booze Cooperativa, housed in a three-story neoclassical building at 57 Kolokotroni Street, is a living room, an open club of exchanging ideas and a meeting ποιντ of people who share the same artistic philosophical and spiritual concerns. NOt only it creates a framework for cooperation but also favors creativity in all fields expression. Back in 1989, it was known to the public as the most innovative bar of Athens. Today renewed the activities as Booze Cooperativa and gives the audience a well organized cafeteria, showrooms and theater scene. In October 2010 the Booze Cooperativa expanded its areas by adding another five thousand square into its existing surface. A block of buidings, right next to the historic property of Kolokotroni 57, became a part of the multiplex offering new meeting places for the Athenians and creation place for artists. The expansion includes a large gallery, even two bars, an art gallery, book presentation space (Etage Litteraire), seminar room, a restaurant (under construction), and many other places that gradually will build to contribute to housing cultural and other happenings. The Booze Cooperativa hosts alternative performances, theatrical performances, amateur or professional groups, with only charge a nominal amount for the maintenance of the site and without participation in ticket receipts.

Parks & Nature

The National Garden (ex Royal Garden ) used to be the private garden of the royal family, when the reign was adopted as the system of government in Greece. Nowadays it is, somehow, neglected, but it still remain a green oasis in the corps of a city the the lack of green areas is dominant.
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Jardí Nacional
1 Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias
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The National Garden (ex Royal Garden ) used to be the private garden of the royal family, when the reign was adopted as the system of government in Greece. Nowadays it is, somehow, neglected, but it still remain a green oasis in the corps of a city the the lack of green areas is dominant.

Food Scene

Inside the Zappion gardens there is the "Aigli" complex. It contains a fancy restaurant, a cafe and an open air cinema. It is a fabulous Place, with amazing Acropolis view. Perfect for dinner or a drink, especially when the night falls and the view of the lit Parthenon dominates the picture. At the open air cinema, which it is running only during the summer months, September and early October you can enjoy the latest films under the glittering stars!
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Aigli
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Inside the Zappion gardens there is the "Aigli" complex. It contains a fancy restaurant, a cafe and an open air cinema. It is a fabulous Place, with amazing Acropolis view. Perfect for dinner or a drink, especially when the night falls and the view of the lit Parthenon dominates the picture. At the open air cinema, which it is running only during the summer months, September and early October you can enjoy the latest films under the glittering stars!
Simply the the best burger/pizza in town, according the Trip Advisor evaluation report.
Anapafseos 9
9 Anapafseos
Simply the the best burger/pizza in town, according the Trip Advisor evaluation report.
The Archimidous str. it is a road that run just behind the Panathenaic stadium. More scenic to its end, towards Markou Mousourou str, enjoys, lately, a vivid night life. "Vyrnis" it is a picturesque Greek tavern that you must visit!
Archimidous 11
11 Archimidous
The Archimidous str. it is a road that run just behind the Panathenaic stadium. More scenic to its end, towards Markou Mousourou str, enjoys, lately, a vivid night life. "Vyrnis" it is a picturesque Greek tavern that you must visit!
The Archimidous str. it is a road that run just behind the Panathenaic stadium. More scenic to its end, towards Markou Mousourou str, enjoys, lately, a vivid night life. "Epavli" is a restaurant, that for fifteen years offers greek cuisine, nice ambience and affordable prices.
Archimidous 14
14 Archimidous
The Archimidous str. it is a road that run just behind the Panathenaic stadium. More scenic to its end, towards Markou Mousourou str, enjoys, lately, a vivid night life. "Epavli" is a restaurant, that for fifteen years offers greek cuisine, nice ambience and affordable prices.
Kolonaki is an expensive, busy, Athenian neighborhood full of shops (at least it was before the financial crisis ) and "daCapo" is a cafe which dates back to the eighties. Many Greek football stars frequent the place.
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Da Capo
1 Tsakalof
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Kolonaki is an expensive, busy, Athenian neighborhood full of shops (at least it was before the financial crisis ) and "daCapo" is a cafe which dates back to the eighties. Many Greek football stars frequent the place.
The ambience is not great, it looks like a old time cafe, but It has best typical home made greek food and sweets in reasonable prices. All of our guests they come back thrilled.
Anapafseos 11
11 Anapafseos
The ambience is not great, it looks like a old time cafe, but It has best typical home made greek food and sweets in reasonable prices. All of our guests they come back thrilled.
Calm ambience, vegan food
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Nikis 30
30 Nikis
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Calm ambience, vegan food
You can find great Vegan food in the area of Kolonaki
Skoufa 42
42 Skoufa
You can find great Vegan food in the area of Kolonaki
Vegan Pizza, on line delivery
Ferekidou 2
2 Ferekidou
Vegan Pizza, on line delivery
The 2 Michelin star awarded restaurant of Athens. French cuisine. Very expensive but they offer a 3-course menu which is more affordable than their a la carte options.
Pirronos 5
5 Pirronos
The 2 Michelin star awarded restaurant of Athens. French cuisine. Very expensive but they offer a 3-course menu which is more affordable than their a la carte options.
This is a very trendy restaurant, with international cuisine and affordable prices. As it is often fully booked, prefer to go early in the afternoon (I think around 19:30 would be Okay)
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Mavro Provato
33 Arrianou
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This is a very trendy restaurant, with international cuisine and affordable prices. As it is often fully booked, prefer to go early in the afternoon (I think around 19:30 would be Okay)
The "Agias Eirinis" square. has flourished the last 15 10 years. Many small cafes , restaurants and bars, located there, have made their entrance to the Athenian night life. An absolute Athenian "must see".
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Platia Agias Irinis
Platia Agias Irinis
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The "Agias Eirinis" square. has flourished the last 15 10 years. Many small cafes , restaurants and bars, located there, have made their entrance to the Athenian night life. An absolute Athenian "must see".
Our small "Odeon cafe" , is the gem of our neighborhood. We meet our friends there everyday or we go for a relaxing drink after an exhausting day, especially in summer. Live jazz events from time to time.
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Odeon
19 Mark. Mousourou
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Our small "Odeon cafe" , is the gem of our neighborhood. We meet our friends there everyday or we go for a relaxing drink after an exhausting day, especially in summer. Live jazz events from time to time.
Dedicated to tea lovers, this store offers worldwide renowned tea flavours (and brands) in a zen ambience! Enjoy!
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To Tsai
19 Al. Soutsou
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Dedicated to tea lovers, this store offers worldwide renowned tea flavours (and brands) in a zen ambience! Enjoy!

Entertainment & Activities

Cine Thission. Open air movie theater. An absolute MUST SEE. Watch your movie under the stars and with a splendid Acropolis view, in the voted as the best movie theater in the world Enjoy!
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Apostolou Pavlou 7
7 Apostolou Pavlou
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Cine Thission. Open air movie theater. An absolute MUST SEE. Watch your movie under the stars and with a splendid Acropolis view, in the voted as the best movie theater in the world Enjoy!
An historic movie theater of Athens. Movies in the shade of Parthenon. Absolute must, when in Athens.
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Kidathineon 22
22 Kidathineon
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An historic movie theater of Athens. Movies in the shade of Parthenon. Absolute must, when in Athens.
Activity rooms, trip advisor winner 2015. Live the Mystery in Athens
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26 Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias
Activity rooms, trip advisor winner 2015. Live the Mystery in Athens

Drinks & Nightlife

"Chelsea Hotel' is the new entry in town's nightlife. It is open from morning until afterhours and it is very crowded as it is very trendy. No bookings needed.
Archimidous 6
6 Archimidous
"Chelsea Hotel' is the new entry in town's nightlife. It is open from morning until afterhours and it is very crowded as it is very trendy. No bookings needed.
In the heart of Monastiraki sq, just a few steps from the exit to the surface of the "Monastiraki" metro stop, there is "A for Athens". It is a multi-floor bulding. On its top floor ( I think 7th) there is a bar with the most amazing view on the historic Athens that I have ever seen. I suggest, if your days of stay allow it, not to leave Athens without visiting the place. Wait until night falls and then...go. ;-)
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A for Athens Cocktail Bar
2 Miaouli
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In the heart of Monastiraki sq, just a few steps from the exit to the surface of the "Monastiraki" metro stop, there is "A for Athens". It is a multi-floor bulding. On its top floor ( I think 7th) there is a bar with the most amazing view on the historic Athens that I have ever seen. I suggest, if your days of stay allow it, not to leave Athens without visiting the place. Wait until night falls and then...go. ;-)
This popular night club it is only two minutes walk from our apartment. It enjoys, among others, a great view on the lit Parthenon and the "Zappion" mansion.
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Skyfall
1 Mark. Mousourou
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This popular night club it is only two minutes walk from our apartment. It enjoys, among others, a great view on the lit Parthenon and the "Zappion" mansion.
The Clumsies all day bar is at the center of Athens and offers unique cocktails by distinguished bartenders (Greek World Class Winners)
Praxitelous 30
30 Praxitelous
The Clumsies all day bar is at the center of Athens and offers unique cocktails by distinguished bartenders (Greek World Class Winners)
In the heart of the "old, traditional Athenian market", "Baba au Rum", located in a small pedestrian street, offers amazing (mainly rum-based) cocktails in an industrial surrounding area. Just go! HAPPY HOURS: UNTIL 21:00 P.M.
Klitiou 6
6 Klitiou
In the heart of the "old, traditional Athenian market", "Baba au Rum", located in a small pedestrian street, offers amazing (mainly rum-based) cocktails in an industrial surrounding area. Just go! HAPPY HOURS: UNTIL 21:00 P.M.
The best Jazz club in town, the best jass club in the country. Famous jazzplayers, especially during winter, they play at Half Note. Book your tickets. Ask for details.
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Half Note Jazz Club
17 Trivonianou
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The best Jazz club in town, the best jass club in the country. Famous jazzplayers, especially during winter, they play at Half Note. Book your tickets. Ask for details.
Deep burgundy painted walls. And gold accents reminiscent of a young girl album cover. Tables in old frames, chandeliers, armchairs and sofas of another decade. All rigged in the hallway where a bustling beehive of people chatting . Laughing.It's Christmas in the heart of spring.It is Noel. The new restaurant and bar, at the end of bustling Kolokotroni street, in the historic portico Kourtaki. Just go!
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Noel
59B Kolokotroni
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Deep burgundy painted walls. And gold accents reminiscent of a young girl album cover. Tables in old frames, chandeliers, armchairs and sofas of another decade. All rigged in the hallway where a bustling beehive of people chatting . Laughing.It's Christmas in the heart of spring.It is Noel. The new restaurant and bar, at the end of bustling Kolokotroni street, in the historic portico Kourtaki. Just go!