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.

A picturesque private museum in the heart of Athens

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

Every Friday afternoon you will come upon an impressive sight outside Thissio Metro station: hund

The easiest, most effortless way to get a taxi, quickly and reliably.

Comfortable aparthotel just a few minutes away from the National Gallery

Renovated and elegantly simple

Here is where politicians, businessmen, actors, artists enjoy their early meals and drinks

One of the classic eateries of Exarchia

Bar

A cocktail bar with relaxing atmosphere

Bar

Outdoor café, perfect for enjoying your beverage in the company of chirping birds

Discount prices on brands like Dior and Paco Rabanne

This is where you can find the young collection “Entrelaces”