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 first Greek House of Parliament, later turned into a museum

A time travel to the everyday life, art, practices and customs of the Byzantine and Medieval periods of Greece

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

Follow the rabbit to a charming yard, 2’ from Syntagma Square through the Merchants’ Passage for

Comfortable hotel, ideal choice both for businesspeople and leisure visitors

Luxurious and situated opposite one of the biggest parks in the heart of Athens

Healthy, tasty burgers made from organic ingredients

Magically transported to a Roman trattoria

Much more than just a regular space for live gigs

Bar

Industrial space while Athens party goers hang out for chatting and trainspotting

Greek natural cosmetics brand that has gone global

Casual-chic watches, in pop colours, and a Premium line with luxurious design