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.

Probably the best loved church in Athens

The third largest museum of ancient inscriptions in the world

An oasis of green in the heart of the city.

A lifetime experience 

Very popular among native Greeks and businesspeople alike

Luxury, safety and with facilities free of charge

The Hottest Spot in the South for Pizza and Burger

Creative dishes, high quality

Bar

Multi-space where you can enjoy coffee/booze/sandwiches, stage your play or show your artwork

Bar

Tiny bar located in the middle of antique shops 

Designer names from Lanvin and Chloé to Cavalli and Stella McCartney

A virtual “dive” into the pages of WallPaper magazine