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.

Collections dedicated to the historic development of Islamic civilisation

One of the best museums in the world

See a virtual preview of three Athens museums before arriving in Greece.

In a self-service joint that goes by the name of Kokkinos Lotos.

Caters to a youthful, no-budget, adventurous clientele

Right in the heart of Plaka, with wonderful views of this historical section

For the first time in Santorini Celebrity Chef Christoforos Peskias 

Big portions, reasonable prices and gentle care

Bar

One of the most famous bar in Athens 

Bar

Authentic old-fashioned bar

Must-have items of luxury

Well known for the quality and the variety of bath and spa equipments