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.

Explores the Asia Minor campaign, the Balkan Wars and the Greek forces in Korea

One of the most famous monuments in the world

An oasis of green in the heart of the city.

Every boat trip around Santorini, is a trip to Greece’s ancient and modern history.

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

Stylish rooms, with individual decoration and all the modern amenities

Enjoy delicious Mediterranean dishes under the stars

Exquisite Mediterranean cuisine in a wonderful space that resembles a medieval castle

Bar

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

Moe

Greek mainstream club hits and drag shows

Furniture redolent of the finesse of the West

The largest “gathering” of home interior design trends