Your ultimate guide to Greece

The best things to do selected by the Athens Voice team

The garden of the Presidential Mansion

© Eurokinissi 

Go through the black gate and experience the atmosphere of a bygone era

Bazeos Tower, Naxos.

Throughout its long history, Naxos Festival has maintained its orientation towar

Beach.

5 organised beaches to take a dive before the summer holidays

A boy relaxes on the beach.

7 free-entrance beaches to take a dive before the summer holidays

Summer in Athens.

Summer in Athens is in the mood for old-style taverns, coffee shops, fresh fish, ice cream and popcorn in open-air cinemas

Greek food

Athens has generated a vibrant dine-out urban culture that proudly exhibits the country’s lavish

So much more than just retsina. How to impress your friends.

Baklava.

A sweet philosophy of scented creams, crispy crusts and intriguing toppings

Whatever your shopping tastes and needs, in Athens you’ll find everything money can buy.

The birthplace of Athenian democracy

Hailing from the Roman times, it is the main venue of the Athens festival

Cine Paris. Together with Cine Thission, the most celebrated outdoor cinema of Athens.

Elegant, well-stocked suites and a child-friendly vibe

Elegant boutique hotel at a great location near the historical centre of Athens

Classical Greek cuisine in a new form

Cozy corner sushi bar serving fresh Greek fish with a Japanese flare

Bar
Dot

It stands for “dance over thinking”

Bar

Lounge bar with a magnificent terrace

Greek Rue Cambon.Chanel, Blumarine, Galliano, Tom Ford

Discount prices on brands like Dior and Paco Rabanne