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.

Showcases contemporary international art

A treasure trove of Greek folk embroidery, weaving, traditional costumes and household items

Perhaps the best ginger ale in Athens, made of lemon juice, natural lemon oil, ginger in crumbs,

"I Orea Hellas" (Beautiful Greece), in the Greek Cultural Centre, inside the Pandrosou Gallery.

Located in the scenic Plaka

Stylish, colourful, modern-style hotel

Wines from Greek producers, good prices and tasty side-dishes

The New Immune-Boosting Soft Drink to Kick-off Summer with

Bar

Exotic cocktails at the rooftop bar

Bar

Food, drinks, quality music, live gigs

Shopping for home could never be more fun

Unique creations of authentic handmade materials from Middle East, leather, fabric and silk