Guidebook for Athina
Sightseeing
The National Archaeological Museum of Athens is the largest archaeological museum in Greece and one of the most important museums in the world devoted to ancient Greek art.
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National Archaeological Museum
44 28is OktovriouThe National Archaeological Museum of Athens is the largest archaeological museum in Greece and one of the most important museums in the world devoted to ancient Greek art.
2 metro-stops from Acropolis Museum. The must-see Athens attraction.
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Iziko le-Acropolis
15 Dionysiou Areopagitou2 metro-stops from Acropolis Museum. The must-see Athens attraction.
2 metro stops from Thisio. It is full of outdoor cafes, which offer wonderful views of the Acropolis.
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Thiseio
2 metro stops from Thisio. It is full of outdoor cafes, which offer wonderful views of the Acropolis.
If you love classic cars, this is a museum that you have to visit. You will find different cars from 1930 until today. 4 min walk distance from the apartment
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I-Hellenic Motor Museum
33 IoulianouIf you love classic cars, this is a museum that you have to visit. You will find different cars from 1930 until today. 4 min walk distance from the apartment
The stadium is also known as the Kallimarmaro (beautifully marbled) , was built in 330-329 BC by Lycurgus and was the site of the Panathenaic Games.
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Istadiyamu ye-Panathenaic
Leoforos Vasileos KonstantinouThe stadium is also known as the Kallimarmaro (beautifully marbled) , was built in 330-329 BC by Lycurgus and was the site of the Panathenaic Games.
Syntagma Square, with the Greek Parliament in full view, is a public transportation hub in Athens and provides easy access to some of the best districts in the city. ( 2 metro-stops away)
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Syntagma Square
Platia SintagmatosSyntagma Square, with the Greek Parliament in full view, is a public transportation hub in Athens and provides easy access to some of the best districts in the city. ( 2 metro-stops away)
The Temple of Olympian Zeus was the largest temple in Greece. It took almost seven centuries to complete the massive temple.
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Ithempeli lika-Olympian Zeus
The Temple of Olympian Zeus was the largest temple in Greece. It took almost seven centuries to complete the massive temple.
I-Arch ye-Hadrian
50 Leoforos Vasilisis AmaliasArch of Hadrian
Theatre of Dionysos
Getting there :metro Akropoli
Prices: adult:€2/ child:free, free with Acropolis pass
Opening hours:8am-8pm
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Itheater kaDionysus
25 MitseonTheatre of Dionysos
Getting there :metro Akropoli
Prices: adult:€2/ child:free, free with Acropolis pass
Opening hours:8am-8pm
Also called the Hill of the Muses.The paved path to the top starts near the periptero (kiosk) on Dionysiou Areopagitou, it continues past Socrates' prison,the Shrine of the Muses and on up to the top.
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I-Filopappou Hill
215 ΦυλήςAlso called the Hill of the Muses.The paved path to the top starts near the periptero (kiosk) on Dionysiou Areopagitou, it continues past Socrates' prison,the Shrine of the Muses and on up to the top.
- The Herodeion - was a large covered theater built in the second century AD. The odeon partially survived and is still a popular location for plays, concerts and other events.
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Odeon kaHerodes Atticus
Dionysiou Areopagitou - The Herodeion - was a large covered theater built in the second century AD. The odeon partially survived and is still a popular location for plays, concerts and other events.
Neofitou Douka 4
One of the most important museums in Athens dedicated to the cycladic art
Essentials
Marni 24
24 MarniSupermarket right next door!
Everything Else
Platia Omonias
Platia Omoniasfive-minute walk from omonia square
1 metro-stop or 20 minutes walk from Monastiraki square and Monastiraki
Flea market.
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Platia Monastirakiou
Platia Monastirakiou1 metro-stop or 20 minutes walk from Monastiraki square and Monastiraki
Flea market.
7 min walk from Central bus station (orange buses) to the famous east coasts & beaches of Athens (Sounio-Rafina-Marathon-Schoinias-Mati, etc)
Kotsika 2
2 Kotsika 7 min walk from Central bus station (orange buses) to the famous east coasts & beaches of Athens (Sounio-Rafina-Marathon-Schoinias-Mati, etc)
A good way to get a feel for life at street level is to stroll through Anafiotika. An island in the middle of Athens.
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Anafiotika
A good way to get a feel for life at street level is to stroll through Anafiotika. An island in the middle of Athens.
The Zoo is not far from the Airport and very close to the McArthur Glen Designer Outlets which makes it a great weekend escape from the Athens center with various activities, shopping and food options
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Attica Zoological Park
The Zoo is not far from the Airport and very close to the McArthur Glen Designer Outlets which makes it a great weekend escape from the Athens center with various activities, shopping and food options
The neighbourhood of Gazi is synonymous with the most known nightclubs and restaurants in Athens!
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Gazi - Horoi Psychagogias Ltd
41 TriptolemouThe neighbourhood of Gazi is synonymous with the most known nightclubs and restaurants in Athens!
Psirri is neighbourhood in Athens known for its restaurants, bars, live music tavernas.
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Psyri
MiaouliPsirri is neighbourhood in Athens known for its restaurants, bars, live music tavernas.
Kapodistriou 52
52 KapodistriouLaundromat 2 min walk away!
Shopping
Ermou Street, the most fashionable shopping street in Athens connecting Kerameikos archaeological site with the Syntagma Square through Monastiraki, Psiri and Thiseio.
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Ermou 30
30 ErmouErmou Street, the most fashionable shopping street in Athens connecting Kerameikos archaeological site with the Syntagma Square through Monastiraki, Psiri and Thiseio.
In Monastiraki flea market ,a paradise for collectors , you can find anything from Greek souvenirs and Greek art shops ,antiques ,carpets, old books ,latest fashion clothes, jewellery.
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Isitolo sase-Monastraki Flea
2 IfestouIn Monastiraki flea market ,a paradise for collectors , you can find anything from Greek souvenirs and Greek art shops ,antiques ,carpets, old books ,latest fashion clothes, jewellery.
Arts & Culture
Cine Thisio situated at the foothill of Acropolis with an amazing view of Parthenon, one of the best summer cinemas in the world
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Apostolou Pavlou 7
7 Apostolou PavlouCine Thisio situated at the foothill of Acropolis with an amazing view of Parthenon, one of the best summer cinemas in the world
Entertainment & Activities
A lovely park located within easy walking distance from the National Archaeological Museum, is central Athens's largest and most beautiful park. With lawns, ponds, gardens and fountains.
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Pedion tou Areos
A lovely park located within easy walking distance from the National Archaeological Museum, is central Athens's largest and most beautiful park. With lawns, ponds, gardens and fountains.
In the National Garden there are a duck pond, a Botanical Museum, a small cafe and a Children's Library and playground.
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Ukhuni Lwethu
1 Leoforos Vasilisis AmaliasIn the National Garden there are a duck pond, a Botanical Museum, a small cafe and a Children's Library and playground.
The ride up Mount Likavitos on the cable-car railway (teleferique) is often a hit with kids. It operates every 20 minutes in summer (6€ round-trip).
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Isifunda Sokuqala SaseMount Lycabettus
The ride up Mount Likavitos on the cable-car railway (teleferique) is often a hit with kids. It operates every 20 minutes in summer (6€ round-trip).
Drinks & Nightlife
A bar that offers great views of the Acropolis and delicious cocktails!
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Ifestou 2
2 IfestouA bar that offers great views of the Acropolis and delicious cocktails!
A for Athens Cocktail Bar
2 MiaouliOne of the greatest views of Athens!
The masters of the cocktails in a retro bar with Jazz-black and old “Pop” music. Access via the Metro: Panepistimio, Syntagma or Monastiraki Station
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Baba Au Rum
6 KlitiouThe masters of the cocktails in a retro bar with Jazz-black and old “Pop” music. Access via the Metro: Panepistimio, Syntagma or Monastiraki Station
Another hot spot in town! Access via the Metro: Syntagma Station
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SEVEN JOKERS (THE)
7 VoulisAnother hot spot in town! Access via the Metro: Syntagma Station
Amazing Cafe/Bar/Art Gallery! a mix of run-down and minimal deco, with an open air atrium as the main "stage" surrounded by 2 floors of decrepit rooms as galleries. Jazz, Blues and lounge music.
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TAF (The Art Foundation)
5 NormanouAmazing Cafe/Bar/Art Gallery! a mix of run-down and minimal deco, with an open air atrium as the main "stage" surrounded by 2 floors of decrepit rooms as galleries. Jazz, Blues and lounge music.
Thiseos 16
16 ThiseosGreat place for drinks!