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

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

An oasis of green in the heart of the city.

Take the tram from Syntagma sq. to Flisvos Marina.

Variegated, stylish, for aficionados of modern style

Pan

Family business, with a good vibe and charming little rooms

Plain and simple space with an “intellectual” touch

Relaxed vibe, good music and young clientele

Bar

Excellent cocktails, tasty Mediterranean cuisine and a varied wine list

Bar

Vibrant all-day bar, with historically informed decorations

A rich selection of wallpapers and tapestries

Designer names from Lanvin and Chloé to Cavalli and Stella McCartney