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“Kostas Kotsanas” Museum of Ancient Greek Technology

The new museum in Athens completes the trilogy of Kostas Kotsanas Museums, since two more...

“Tsiknopempti” and beginning of Carnival in Attica

"Tsiknopempti" (Fat Thursday) is a day of celebration and a great excuse for fun and...

10 Attica destinations for… all-weather getaways

Mountain or sea? Winter or summer? Such dilemmas have no place in the discussion when it comes...

10 things you must do in Attica in spring!

Springtime is when Attica shows its most beautiful and colourful face....

10 things you must do in Attica in the summer!

Favourite season of children and adults alike, summer in Attica goes hand in hand with...

19th-Century Athens

A stroll through the centre of Athens reveals the city as it appeared in the 19th and early...

A getaway to Vilia, the beautiful village at the foot of Mount Cithaeron

To discover the flavours, aromas and delicious taste of Attica's gastronomy, all you need to do...

A short break in Attica with unique hiking and climbing routes!

If you enjoy nature excursions and outdoor activities, you will definitely love Attica!...

A tour around Salamina

Hiking Routes in Salamina...

A tour in Lavrio, the living-museum town of Attica

In Lavrio, at the south-eastern edge of Attica, you will feel you are in an island, although...

A tour in Spetses, the “fragrant island” of the Saronic Gulf

In antiquity, the island of Spetses was called "Pityoussa", which means "covered in pine"....

A unique religious and architectural tour around Attica

Religious tradition of Greece and Attica is closely related with the history of this place....

A walk around the Acropolis

The Acropolis, the most famous attraction of Greece, is a landmark in the history of humanity,...

Abyssinias Square

This square takes its name from Emperor Haile Selassie, who supplied financial aid to buy food...

Acropolis

The world-famous Acropolis, or Sacred Rock, is a fortified hill towering 156 meters high in the...

Acropolis Museum

With an underground station conveniently located at its front entrance, the new Acropolis...

Acropolis Station

The Acropolis Metro Station provides visitors to the Sacred Rock with a taste of the history....

Adrianou Street

Most researchers agree that present-day Adrianou Street, generally has followed the same route...

Aegina

Located in the heart of the Argo-Saronic Gulf, the island of Aegina is a favourite destination...

Aegina: a dream destination in the heart of the Argosaronic Gulf

The second biggest island in the Argosaronic Gulf, Aegina, has a unique ambience. It takes you...

Aetionean Gate

One of the many archaeological sites of Piraeus, the Aetionean Gate, was a great cove of its era....

Agia Aikaterini

Located in Plaka, the church of St. Aikaterini was built in the mid-11th century....

Agia Marina Beach

With a direct boat connection to Piraeus, Agia Marina is one of the main tourist resorts on the...

Agia Marina Beach (Spetses)

Like all beaches on the island of Spetses, its clean sands and clear water attract visitors...

Agia Paraskevi Beach

This beautiful, organised beach on the western side of the island is easy to get to and offers...

Agioi Anargyroi Beach

Agioi Anargyroi is one of the largest, most organised beaches on the island....

Agioi Isidoroi

The church of Agioi Isidoroi is an old, single-aisle basilica with a wooden roof....

Agioi Theodoroi

Considered one of the most important Byzantine monuments in Athens, the church of Agioi...

Agios Elissaios

This simple, single-aisle basilica on 14 Areos Street in Monastiraki was built in the mid-17th...

Agios Georgios Church

The cathedral of Agios Georgios marks the center of Poros Town’s upper sector. The oldest...

Agios Georgios Karytsis

Owned by the Athenian Kariki family since the Middle Ages, Agios Georgios Karytsis was nearly...

Agios Ioannis Kynigos Monastery

The Agios Ioannis Kynigos (St. John the Hunter) Monastery is located on the northern side of...

Agios Ioannis Theologos Monastery

The Agios Ioannis Theologos Monastery lies on the western slope of Mount Hymettus, just above...

Agios Kosmas

Easily accessed from the seaside avenue, this beautiful sandy beach provides a number of...

Agios Mamas Beach

Agios Mamas beach is hugely popular thanks to its easy accessibility and the many services...

Agios Nikolaos Beach

Just outside Anavyssos, Agios Nikolaos beach sits at the foot of a hill with a chapel of the...

Agios Nikolaos Lemonion Monastery

Built on the pine-covered slopes of Mount Stavros in Salamina, the Monastery of St. Nikolaos...

Agistri

The island of Agistri has a look of its own and is a perfect spot for those seeking a deserted,...

Aiolou Street

Three glass pyramids, constructed for the Athens Olympic Games in 2004, mark this historical site....

Airport Archaeological Collection

This exhibition at Athens International Airport showcases a small but impressive sample of...

Akademia Platonos

Akademia Platonos, an Athenian neighbourhood having experienced intense industrial and...

Al. Kondopoulos Museum

From 1967 to 1975, this unique museum in Agia Paraskevi was home to Alekos Kondopoulos...

Alex Mylona– Macedonian Museum of Contemporary Art

The Museum Alex Mylona, founded in 2004, is situated on the fringe of the Athens Archaeological...

Alexander the Great Hotel – Baggeion

Built in 1889, this four-story building was home for over 60 years to the “Alexander the Great”...

Alexandra Maternity Home

Since its founding, the hospital has continually expanded its services, gradually evolving into...

Alexandros Koryzis

Born 1885 on Poros, Alexandros Koryzis came from a background of privilege. Both his...

Alimos Basilica

This sixth-century Christian basilica sits inside the grounds of the Zoodochos Pigi church....

Alimos Marina

The ideal place to start a day trip to the islands of the Argo-Saronic Gulf and the Aegean....

Allou! Fun Park

Determined to become the top childrens' entertainment park in Greece, the Allou Fun Park opened...

Alsos Pagratiou

This park was created in 1908 in the Pagrati neighborhood, when locals planted a large section...

Alsos Peristeriou

In May 2012, a beautiful 15-acre park opened to the public in the western suburb of Peristeri....

Alyki

Alyki is located on the Peloponnese mainland. This sandy strip abuts the Alyki lagoon and is...

An experience panorama in Attica!

The wider Attica region offers countless possibilities for excursions to the countryside and...

Anavyssos Beach

Anavyssos, 58 kilometres from Athens, is one of the largest beaches in Attica....

Ancient Salamis

Described in detail by the Roman traveller Pausanias, the ancient city and harbour of Salamis...

Ancient Troezen

With an acropolis and powerful fortifications, the ancient city of Troezen was located west of...

Andreas Syngros Hospital

Since its founding, the hospital has continually expanded its services, gradually evolving into...

Antonis Tritsis Park

Antonis Tritsis, the “Environmental Awareness Park”, is located at the western edge of urban...

Aphaia

From its perch atop a pine-covered hill on the island of Aegina, the imposing temple of the...

Aponissos Beach

On the south-west side of the island, beyond the lake, you can visit Aponissos and its...

Archaeological Museum of Aegina

Founded in 1828, the Archaeological Museum of Aegina was the first museum established in the...

Archaeological Museum of Ancient Agora

The Ancient Agora of Athens is the open space located near and northwest of the Acropolis....

Archaeological Museum of Eleusis

Located near the Lycurgan cross-wall that separated the ancient sacred site from the main city...

Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos

The Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos is located on Ermou street, near the Kerameikos...

Archaeological Museum of Kythera

The Archaeology Museum of Kythera is housed in a small, early-20th-century building....

Archaeological Museum of Marathon

Surrounded by large tracts of agricultural land, the museum was built in 1975 near the famous...

Archaeological Museum of Piraeus

Covering some 1,400 square metres, the Archaeological Museum of Piraeus houses an amazing array...

Archaeological Museum of Poros

Given to the Greek state by the family of former Prime Minister Koryzis in 1941, the museum was...

Archaeological Museum of Spetses

Housed in the 18th-century Hatzigiannis-Mexis Mansion, the Museum of Spetses was built between...

Archaeological Museum of Vravrona

Built in the late 1960s to house artefacts from excavations at the sanctuary of Artemis in...

Archaeological Site of Eleusis

Eleusis is the ancient sacred town of Attica notorious for the cult of Demeter, goddess of the...

Architecture

What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the...

Ardittos

Literally overlooking the Panathenaic (Kallimarmaron) Stadium, Ardittos Hill is located east of...

Areopagus

The ancient Athenian Supreme Court once occupied this rocky hill. Judging cases from murder and...

Areteion Hospital

Owned by the University of Athens, this hospital on Vasilissis Sofias Street was designed by...

Aretoussa’s Cave

Descending 65 metres into the depths of a rocky hill in Kastella, visitors will find...

Armata Festival in Spetses island

The re-enactment of the burning of the Turkish flagship, in memory of the historic naval battle...

Army Pension Fund Hospital

The hospital was founded during the German occupation to provide medical care to war-wounded...

Artemida Beach

The bustling village of Artemida is home to one of the most popular family beaches in the area....

ARZIA CECCOLI

During the 19th century, tuberculosis decimated young and old, rich and poor. The romantic...

Askeli

Askeli is Poros’s most popular beach thanks to its fine sand and sparkling water. It is located...

Askeli Beach

The beach is large, well organised and easily accessible, with golden sand and crystal-clear...

ASOEE

The Economic University of Athens, or ASOEE as it was previously known, was created by the...

Asteria Beach

This multi-level private beach provides deck chairs, umbrellas, dressing rooms and showers....

Asteriou Monastery

Above the Kessariani Monastery is another convent, the Monastery of the Taxiarchs, popularly...

Astir Beach Vouliagmeni

Thanks to its cosmopolitan feel, idyllic scenery and wide range of services, this is one of the...

Athenais Factory

The old Athenais Factory was erected in 1925 to produce organic silk. Many sections were...

Athenian Capitol

Designed according to the luxury resorts standards and offers a sense of a unique lifestyle to...

Athens at Night: Enchanting and Adventurous

Throughout Attica, from Athens and its suburbs, to the coastline and its islands, entertainment...

Athens City Centre

Downtown Athens has a range of different vibes across its different districts, which are always...

Athens City Museum

The Athens City Museum (Vouros-Eftaxias Foundation) was founded in 1973 by Greek politician...

Athens Eye Hospital

Construction began here in 1847 under King Otto’s rule. Located at the corner of Panepistimiou...

Athens Food Tour

To discover the flavours, aromas and delicious taste of Attica's gastronomy, all you need to do...

Athens from Above

Get the greatest view of Athens – see the city from above!...

Athens Heart

With quick and easy access to its four levels, shoppers will quickly find what they seek among...

Athens Marathon. The Authentic

The marathon race has its origins in the epic Battle of Marathon, which took place in 490 BC....

Athens Metro Mall

Its 85 stores carry all major brands. It also sports 18 eateries, five cinema screens, a...

Athens Metropolitan Cathedral

This landmark has hosted many significant ceremonies, from royal weddings to funerals of...

Athens Millennium Mall

Located on the busiest street in Pangrati, this 20,000-square-metre mall features a variety of...

Athens Olympic Museum

The Archaeological Museum of Kerameikos is located on Ermou street, near the Kerameikos...

Athens Riviera

The Athens Riviera, Attica’s amazing coastline to the south of Athens, resembles the lacy edge...

Athletic Centres & Stadiums

If exercise is your daily habit and priority even during holidays, if you enjoy sports and are...

Attica

Attica justly enjoys the reputation as Athens’ most fashionable and glamorous shopping centre....

Attica Blog

Collection of blog post...

Attica Mall

This imposing building was at one time the Army Pension Fund Building....

Attica presents… Hytra’s magnificent sea cave and everliving wildflower!

South of Kythera, in the middle of the sea, rises an imposing, upright rocky islet of wild...

Attica’s History

Every step made and every stone turned depicts a conflict between Gods and humans, Greeks and...

Attica: A multidimensional collection of destinations, for all year round, short break holidays

You are planning your next short break trip and are looking for a destination that will satisfy...

Attica’s Wine Routes

What better way to spend the day than taking an exciting getaway to one of Attica’s best...

August’s Full Moon

Many of Attica’s archaeological sites and museums are preparing something special for the full...

Avenue

With two levels of innovative, stylish shops and proximity to major corporate and residential...

Avlaki Beach

Only four kilometres south of Porto Rafti, Avlaki is an exquisite Blue Flag beach with easy...

Avlemonas Beach

This tiny rocky cove in the centre of the picturesque village of Avlemonas is a favourite...

Basil & Elise Goulandris Foundation

An impressive Museum of Modern Art, showcasing the mythical collection of Basil & Elise...

Bastions with cannons

As you enter the port of Hydra, your eyes fall upon the imposing bastions protecting its entrance....

Batis

Batis Beach and nearby Edem Beach are both located on the promenade along the Paleon Faliron...

Beaches

No trip to Greece is complete without a visit to Athens’ & Attica beaches, known as the Riviera...

Benakeios Library

Enhanced by exquisite decorative elements, the library is a superb example of Athens’ early...

Benaki Museum

In 2000, the main building re-opened, after years of renovation. The centerpiece of the Benaki...

Benaki Museum – Museum of Islamic Art

The Museum of Islamic Art is situated in a Neo-Classical building complex in the Kerameikos...

Best guided mountain hikes in Attica

If you are a nature and mountain lover, Attica will truly amaze you, with its lush green...

Bisti Beach

The most beautiful beach on the island is located on its southernmost tip at Bisti cove....

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Blue Building

The Antonopoulos Flats, or the Blue Building, is a six-storey structure from the 1930s....

Bouboulina Museum

About 100 metres behind the port of Dapia in the residence of Laskarina Bouboulina, heroine of...

Brauron Beach

Located near the archaeological site of the same name, Brauron is ideal for short family excursions....

Byzantine Museum

The Byzantine and Christian Museum on Vasilissis Sofias Street is one of the most important...

Calatrava Footbridge

The 94-metre Calatrava Footbridge, on Mesogeion Avenue, is located just outside the Katehaki...

Camping

For many people, camping is a way of life. For others, it is a great opportunity for nature...

Cape Sounio: overlooking the Aegean Sea!

If you ever visit Sounio, you will soon realize the true meaning of expressions like...

Carnival Events

With a great concert, a parade of masked people and the well-established "hunt of the lost treasure"....

Carnivals

Carnival is celebrated throughout Attica with fanciful dress, dancing and singing....

Carols

On the morning of Christmas eve, groups of children start going from house to house singing...

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Attica!

Whether you like celebrating Valentine's Day "traditionally" or "alternatively", the whole...

Center for the Study and Research of Greek Theatre

To many, the Centre is still known by its original name, the Greek Theatre Museum....

Centre for Asia Minor Studies

Housed in an impressive building on Kydathineon street in Plaka, the Centre for Asia Minor...

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Christmas Events

The "Neighborhood of Christmas" awaits young and old residents and visitors every year at the...

Church of Saints Constantine and Eleni

Dedicated to Saints Constantine and Helen, the Cathedral of Glyfada is located near the old...

Churches & Monasteries

Throughout history, Greeks have always been and always will be fascinated by religion – from...

Cinema under the stars of Attica!

A delightful summer companion in Attica that beautifies our evenings with the colours of the...

Commercial Market

Occupying the region from Syntagma to Omonia and all of the adjacent streets in between,...

Concert Hall

The Athens Concert Hall is a cultural complex originally founded in 1953 by the Friends of...

Cross-Wall Tower in Troezen

Nearby, an imposing defence tower, known as the ‘Palace of Theseus’, offers a view of Vidi...

Cultural routes in Athens

It goes without saying that the main tourist attractions in the city of Athens are the sacred...

Cultural short break in Attica with fascinating historical routes!

“Cradle of modern civilisation”, “open-air museum”, “monuments of world cultural heritage”…...

Culture

Captivating ancient and modern culture, fascinating museums and festivals!...

Culture Center Melina Mercouri

The Cultural Center Melina Mercouri is in the model Solar Village and is its cultural core. In...

Customs and traditions in Attica: Live the most authentic experiences!

No matter where you are in Attica, no matter what the season, you will definitely come across...

Cycladic Art Museum

The Cycladic Art Museum, located near Syntagma Square at 4 Neophytou Douka Street, houses the...

Cycling in Attica

How would you fancy a different kind of tour, taking in all the most important sights of Athens...

Dafni Monastery

The Dafni Monastery is rumoured to have been built at the site of the ancient temple of Apollo...

Dapia

Dapia marks the centre of Spetses city and is the ideal starting point for the exploration....

Davelis Cave

Davelis Cave, also known as Penteli Cave, is located on the south-western slope of Penteli....

Dekapentavgoustos in Greece

The dekapentavgoustos, or August 15, festival is celebrated across Greece in honour of the...

Delightful routes and activities in Agistri’s beautiful nature

It is small, beautiful and just a stone’s throw away from Piraeus! Agistri, which translates to...

Demosthenes

Antiquity’s most famed orator, Demosthenes was born in Athens in 384 B.C. and opposed Philip of...

Destination Methana – full of surprises and natural wonders!

The stunning Methana peninsula of Troezen Municipality is a majestic verdant destination in...

Destination Piraeus: a beautiful city that… takes you away!

Starting point for sea excursions to the islands of Attica, and destination for relaxing...

Destroyer Velos

The Velos is a destroyer-class vessel that has seen action in many major events in modern Greek...

Diakofti Beach

Diakofti has all the features of a traditional beach, such as shallow blue waters and white sand....

Dimotiki Scholi

Located on Adrianou Street in Plaka, the Dimotiki Scholi (Municipal School), was built between...

Diomedes Botanical Gardens

Leave behind the clamour of Athens and spend a day at southeastern Europe’s largest botanical...

Dionysiou Areopagiti Pedestrian Street

Τhe Dionysiou Areopagiti pedestrian street is part of the system of urban walkways that lead...

Discover Hydra on foot

The island of Hydra in the Argo-Saronic Gulf is a true paradise for walkers. A simple stroll...

Dora Stratou Dance Theatre

Τhis unique institution is dedicated to the preservation of traditional Greek dances and...

Dragonera Beach

The most popular local sites on the island are the Small Dragonera and Big Dragonera beaches,...

East Suburbs

To the eastern side of Attica in Greece, behind the mountain ranges of Hymettus and Penteli,...

Easter in Attica

Find out everything about traditions & customs during Easter in Attica Greece....

Eginition Hospital

Named in honor of Eginition, a highly respected pioneer in the field of medicine, the hospital...

Eginitissa Beach

The small Eginitissa beach lies near the village of Perdika on the southern edge of Aegina....

Egli Cinema

The Egli Cinema is perhaps the oldest cinema still in operation in Athens....

Eidek Castle in Bourtzi

The ruins of Eidek Castle are located on Bourtzi, a small island to the east of Poros....

EKPAZ

The Hellenic Wildlife Hospital (EKPAZ) is located in the Metochi area, 10 km from the city of...

Electrical Railway Museum

Established in 2005, the Electric Railways Museum is located inside the Piraeus metro station...

Eleftherias Park

Next to Megaron the Athens Concert Hall, Eleftherias Park rises above the busy Vasilissis...

ELIA

Founded in 1980, its primary purpose is the preservation and showcasing of 19th Century...

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Epigraphic Museum

The Epigraphical Museum is overseen by the Ministry of Education. It displays over 14,000...

Ermou

Ermou is traditionally a haven for female shoppers, with most stores catering for fashion and beauty....

Ermou Pedestrian Street

Ermou Street is a thriving pedestrian destination with a great history....

Erotospilia Beach

Well known to locals and tourists alike as the 'Cave of Love', this organised beach offers...

Estia Newspaper Building

Constructed in 1876, this eye-catching building has been home to the offices and printing...

Ethniki Insurance Company Building

This building’s history starts in 1894, when the Ethniki Insurance Company bought a residence...

Ethnikos Sports Club

The original club was founded in 1893, when its athletes and supporting teams abandoned...

Evangelical Church

Built in 1871, the Evangelical Church of Athens is located opposite the Columns of Olympian...

Evangelismos Hospital

Evangelismos Hospital is one of the oldest general hospitals in Greece....

Evangelismos Station

This subterranean station houses a permanent exhibition of antiquities found in the excavations...

Events

Athens - Attica Event Calendar – detailed info about events: festivals, classical & modern...

Every season in Attica is pure magic!

Multidimensional and majestic, with a stunning diversity and breathtakingly beautiful...

Evgenidion Foundation (The Planetarium)

The Athens Planetarium at the Eugenides Foundation gives state-of-the-art presentations on a...

Excavation Museum

The Excavation Museum, supported by the Bank of Greece, officially opened its doors to the...

Eynardeion School

Next to the Aegina Cathedral is the Eynardeion School, an elegant neoclassical building built...

Factory Outlet Airport

The absolute experience of the 'shop-in-a-shop' concept. Here you will find more than 400...

Factory Outlet Neo Faliro

A great place for retail therapy for the whole family, especially with up to 80% off many prices....

Faliro Olympic Indoor Hall

Built for the Athens Olympic Games in 2004, the Faliro Olympic Indoor Hall hosted the Tae Kwon...

Fascinating routes in the mountains of Attica’s mainland

If you are a nature and mountain lover, Attica will truly amaze you, with its lush green...

Festivals

«Every season in Attica is pure magic… just like its Festivals! What are you waiting for?...

Filomousou Etaireias square

Filomousou Etaireias square...

Filopappos Hill

Also known as the 'Hill of the Muses'....

Filopappos hill

The hill was named after Filopappos, a Roman consul who loved Athens and grandson of Syrian...

Firi Amos

Unique reddish sand and crystal-clear water characterise Firi Amos, the second largest beach on...

First Cemetery

It was created in 1834 on land outside of the city limits, although its first graves now lie...

Fistiki Fest in Aegina

Summer never ends in Aegina, one of the Saronic Gulf’s most beautiful islands....

Flisvos Beach

Used by local residents, this beach's easy access makes it a good option for a swim in the city....

Flisvos Marina

When construction was completed in 2004, Flisvos Marina became the most modern marina in all of...

Fokianos Sports Club

Built in 1878, the Central Gym was located on the same spot as today’s modern gym, next to the...

Foundation Of Hellenic World

Founded in 1993 with the goal of preserving Hellenic history and tradition, the Hellenic Cosmos...

French Embassy

Based on designs by Anastasios Metaxas, this beautiful, 19th-century building at 7 Vasilissis...

Frissiras Museum

Founded in 2000 by Vlassis Fryssiras, this museum of contemporary art is housed in two...

GAEA Centre at the Goulandris Museum

Founded in collaboration with London’s Natural History Museum, this contemporary museum...

Galazia Akti Beach

This small but popular free beach is well known for its pristine, ultra-fine sand....

Gastronomy

Enjoy a plethora of traditional Greek foods branded by the fertile soil of Attica and the salty...

Gazi Square

Gazi Square is a stylish touch of modernity that merges perfectly with the past....

Gennadius Library

The Gennadius Library is located on Souidias Street in Kolonaki, opposite the American School...

George Seferis

George Seferis, a Nobel laureate poet and one of the most distinguished figures in modern Greek...

Georgios Drossinis Museum

Dedicated to the Greek poet, writer, journalist and social activist Georgios Drossinis, this...

German Archaeological Institute

Built during the years 1887-1897, this beautiful four-story building has always been home to...

Get away to the Eastern Suburbs of Attica

Just a stone’s throw from the bustling centre of Athens, eastern Attica is waiting to be discovered....

Glyfada

This 'Beverly Hills by the Sea' buzzes with crowds, with plenty of opportunities for a...

Glyfada Basilica

This fifth-century Christian church, though in need of repair, stands proudly on Poseidonos...

Glyfada Golf Course

Considered one of the best-designed golf courses in Greece, this 18-hole course was created by...

Glyfada Marina

The bustling, high-end district of Glyfada possesses one of the oldest marinas in Attica....

Golden Hall

Golden Hall welcomes visitors with 41,000 square metres of shopping, and a range of dining and...

Goulandris Museum of Natural History

The Goulandris Museum of Natural History is a private, non-profit institution, dedicated to the...

Grande Bretagne Hotel

The Grande Bretagne Hotel has a long and interesting history....

Greek National Opera

The Greek National Opera (GNO) is Greece’s sole opera house. Founded in 1939, the company had...

Guides

Gyzis Neoclassical Building

Located within a special landscaped area of 8.5 acres, this neoclassical building is the guest...

Hadrian’s Library

On Areos Street, opposite the entrance to the Monastiraki Metro Station, lies the...

Haidari Park of Historical Memory

Located on the site of the infamous Haidari barracks, the Park of Historical Memory was created...

Halikiada Beach

The most popular local sites on the island are the Small Dragonera and Big Dragonera beaches,...

Halkos Beach

Located at the southern end of the island, Halkos beach is a free, family-friendly destination....

Hamolia

This free beach near Brauron offers easy access, a relaxing atmosphere and a special area...

Hang Gliding

Once you experience the complete freedom of flying high up in the bright blue sky with the wind...

Harokopeion University

For nearly a century, Harokopeion University has been an important part of the community in...

Hatzikyriakio Childcare Institution

The Hatzikyriakio Childcare Institution, or Hatzikyriakio Orphanage, was built to take care of...

Hellenic Air Force Museum

Showcasing the century-long history of the Hellenic Air Force, from the Balkan Wars to the...

Hellenic Children’s Museum

The HCM helps children develop into citizens who respect their individuality and have a strong...

Hellenic Maritime Museum

Founded in 1949, the Hellenic Maritime Museum has operated since 1971 from its current location...

Hellenic Motor Museum

The Hellenic Motor Museum is situated in the heart of Athens near the National Archaeological...

Herakleidon Museum

Opened on the eve of the 2004 Olympic Games, the Herakleidon Experience in Visual Arts...

Herakleidon Pedestrian Street

Herakleidon Street is, without question, the liveliest pedestrian street in Thission....

Hiking Aegina’s stunning paths of culture

Walk along the waymarked “Paths of Culture” in Aegina, that connect the past with the present,...

Hippokrateion Hospital

After the war of 1964-1966, an eight-storey building was constructed behind the old complex,...

Historical Centre

Athens' historical centre traces the urban layout of the old city of Athens in the 19th century....

History and Folklore Museum

Housed in a neoclassical building in Aegina, this former residence of scholar Panagis Iriotis...

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Attica…a fantastic place! An extraordinary wealth of history and culture with a bustling and...

Hora of Kythera

The capital of Kythera, or Hora as the locals call it, is a picturesque little town maintaining...

Horse Riding

If horse riding is your favourite sport, you can discover many horse riding clubs in the...

Hydra

Donkeys are the island’s transportation of choice, together with bicycles and water taxis....

Hydra History Archives Museum

Located on the eastern side of the port a short distance from the coastguard headquarters, this...

Hydra Island

The picturesque town of Hydra, the capital and port of the island, has been declared a...

Hydra Merchant Navy Academy

The story of the Merchant Navy School of Hydra begins in 1749, when a school was founded at St....

Hydronetta Beach

Hydronetta beach is easily accessible and perfect for watching the sunset....

Ilion Folklore Museum

The Ilion Folklore Museum, which opened in 1997, displays an extensive collection of...

Iliou Melathron

This impressive three-storey structure on Panepistimiou Street was built between 1878 and 1880...

Ilissos Basilica

This fifth-century church is dedicated to Saint Leonides, the third-century bishop of Athens....

International Piano Festival

Professors and students from all over the world participate in piano recitals in late August,...

Interviews

Ioannis Kapodistrias

The first governor of the newly established Greek State. In January of 1828 he arrived in Poros...

Ionic Centre

For more than two decades, the center has collaborated with foreign universities, creating...

Ipapanti

One of the most famous and historical churches of Hydra is the Church of Ipapanti....

Islands

Athens & Attica region includes some of the most charming Greek islands. Explore nearby Aegina,...

Jewelry Museum Lalaounis

Founded in 1993 by a renowned family of jewellers, the museum officially opened in 1994. Housed...

Jewish Museum of Greece

The Jewish Museum of Greece was founded in 1977 by the Jewish community of Athens. Housed at...

Kaiki Beach

Kaiki beach has umbrellas and deck chairs, a bar, restaurant, water sports venue and even iPads...

Kaisariani Monastery

Overlooking the Kaisariani district from a hill a short distance from Hymettus, the Kaisariani...

Kaki Thalassa

With lifeguards and easy access by car, Kaki Thalassa is definitely the perfect location for...

Kaladi Beach

Separated into three sections, this idyllic little cove is highlighted by shimmering green...

Kalavria: Attica’s lush island… on an island

In Kalavria, the scent of the seawater meets with that of the pine....

Kalipso

This sand beach is located on a small cove in the bend between Mikro Neorio and Megalo Neorio....

Kamini Beach

Though sea taxis will get you there quickly, we highly recommend the walk along the beautiful...

Kanali

Closest beach to Poros Town, Kanali is a sandy strip just off the small bridge linking Sphairia...

Kanali Beach

The beach offers easy access and plenty of choices for lodging and shopping....

Kapnikarea

Kapnikarea Church stands out as a major landmark in Athens’ Byzantine past....

Kapodestrian Library

The Public Library of Aegina is a single-story, stone building adjacent to the Governor's House....

Kapsali Beach

This beautiful sandy beach at the seaside village of Kapsali is located below Hora, the...

Karaiskaki Stadium

With a history spanning three centuries, the G. Karaiskakis football stadium is a modern...

Karavi Beach

Yet another Blue Flag locale, Karavi Beach covers 100 square metres and offers a full range of...

Kavouri Beach

With its easy access, rich green landscape, pristine water and idyllic little cove, this is a...

Kerameikos

Kerameikos extends over the area to the west of Ancient Agora, including the major cemetery of...

Kerameikos Metro Station

Just west of the Technopolis complex is Kerameikos Metro Station, which revealed the most...

Kifissia

Shopping made attractive and pleasurable, among tall trees and beautiful gardens....

Kifissia Archaeological Collection

Opened in 2004, the Kifissia Archaeological Collection is located in a 1930s house, with...

Kifissia Park

The park’s annual flower show, hosted every spring since 1937, is always a big draw....

Kite Surfing

If you like playing with the wind and waves, it’s high time you discovered kite surfing, an...

Kleanthi Residence

The Kleanthi-Schaubert or the Old University, is in a high part of Plaka, in Tholou Street and...

Kobonada Beach

Kobonada beach is easily accessible and the ideal place to relax and enjoy an endless view of...

Kolona

On a hillside above the port of Aegina is located the archaeological site of Kolona, where...

Kolonaki

A hub for signature stores of top designers, expect to find more exclusive items on show here...

Kolonaki square

Kolonaki Square is where a number of the city’s major commercial streets....

Konstantinos Parthenis

Konstantinos Parthenis is ranked among the 20th century’s most distinguished Greek painters....

Kostis Palamas Building

Known to Athenians as the "Kostis Palamas" building, this stunning, renovated building at the...

Kotzia Square

The site provides evidence of everyday Athenian life from Geometric times until the late Roman era....

Koumoundourou Islet

The location of the last battle between General Archelaos of Pontus and the legions of the...

Kounoupitsa Beach

The crystal waters along Kounoupitsa's sandy beach are perfect for a relaxing swim....

Kouzounos Beach

The crystal waters along Kounoupitsa's sandy beach are perfect for a relaxing swim....

Kyriakoulis Mavromihalis Residence

This was the home of politician Kyriakoulis Mavromichalis, named after his famous grandfather,...

Kythera & Antikythera

On these islands the traveller has many options: the Medieval Castle, old churches,...

Kythera Trail M1 Chora – Kapsali

This spectacular path was once one of Kythera’s busiest routes, connecting the island’s former...

Lagada Beach

Its sandy shore and crystal-clear waters make this Blue Flag beach one of the most popular on...

Lagonissi Beach

Combining crystal-blue water and an idyllic landscape, Grand Beach offers plenty of amenities....

Lake and Dam of Marathon

The Lake of Marathon is an artificial reservoir whose dam was constructed between 1926 and 1929....

Lake of Vouliagmeni

Listed as a natural monument and a protected wetland, the Lake of Vouliagmeni is approximately...

Lavrio Olympic Marina

The new Lavrio Olympic Marina offers 680 permanent slips, a boat repair facility and many other...

Lavrion Fish Market

Behind the main street and the central square of Lavrion, there is unique building complex....

Lazaros Koudouriotis Residence

Lazaros Koudouriotis’ two-storey mansion, an impressive example of Hydran architecture, was...

Legrena

Resembling an island beach, Legrena is another of Attica’s most beautiful seaside locales....

Lemon

Poros and the surrounding area of Troezen, is known for its citrus, especially its lemons....

Lent and Easter culinary traditions in Attica

Easter. Spring. Countryside. Flavours with symbolisms and ancient-old traditions. In Greece and...

Let’s go shopping in Attica!

In Attica, shopping in itself is a memorable experience, with the multitude of choices that...

Let’s go… beach hopping along the Attica Riviera!

Let’s go on a road trip with the blue of the sea and the sky as a background, swimming and...

Let’s head North: Psychiko-Halandri-Kifissia

The North suburbs of Attica stand out for their remarkable history, their natural beauty, their...

Let’s head South: Paleo Faliro-Alimos-Glyfada

In just a few minutes from Athens city centre you arrive in enchanting places by the sea. You...

Ligoneri Beach

With a view of the Peloponnese shoreline, this free beach is perfect for a leisurely swim....

Limanakia Vouliagmeni

Known as Limanakia, or 'small ports', these little coves with rocky beaches and blue-green...

Limnionas

A small idyllic bay, this beach is covered with pebbles, but slopes into a sandy bottom....

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Loubarda Beach

Fine sand and shallow, blue-green waters characterise the picturesque beach of Loubarda....

Loutra Souvalas Beach

Taking its name from the natural spring located in the area, Loutra Souvalas is an organised...

Love bay

This pretty pine-shaded cove is one of Poros’s best-loved beaches for romance and fun. The...

Luxury

Attica offers outstanding experiences of comfort and luxury, unique moments of peace and privacy....

Lycabettus

Mount Lycabettus is the tallest hill in Athens, offering a panoramic view of the entire basin....

Lykiardopoulos Building

An important example of Eclecticism, the five-floor building follows all modern trends of the...

M15 Lourantianika – Kapsali

In essence, the route connecting Louradianika and Kapsali is a charming rural trail amidst...

M19 Avlemonas – Agios Giorgis

The picturesque harbour town of Avlemonas marks the starting point of one of Kythera’s oldest...

Magical Christmas and New Year’s Eve in Athens

Christmas and New Year's Eve: the season when Attica is more beautiful and magical than ever!...

Mandraki Beach

Next to the old port of Hydra is Mandraki Beach, its clean sandy shoreline complemented by deep...

Manos Loizos Cultural Center

This expansive facility occupies a 15-hectare triangular lot between Thivon and Petrou Ralli Streets....

Marasleion Elementary School

Built in 1929, the Girls’ High School was based on plans by distinguished Greek architect,...

Marathonas Beach

Located near the village of the same name, Marathonas beach is just four kilometres south of...

Mareza Beach

Though Mareza is not technically a beach, it is nevertheless the perfect place for a swim....

Maritime Tradition Museum

The Greek Maritime Tradition Museum is a non-profit organization that celebrates Greece’s...

Mavro Lithari Saronida

Just beyond Saronida is one of the most popular beaches in Attica, Mavro Lithari, or 'black...

Maximou building

Since 1982, the Maximou Building has been the residence of the Greek Prime Minister....

McArthurGlen

McArthurGlen is a legitimate sightseeing destination in its own right, and one that your wallet...

Medieval Castle of Kythera

With its panoramic view of the Aegean, Cretan and Ionian Seas, the castle once controlled the...

Meetings & Incentives

By hosting a conference in Athens, not only will you be providing your participants with a...

Megalo Neorio

There are several great swimming spots along the beach at Megalo Neorio, which also boasts a...

Megalohori Beach

Although there are many fine swimming beaches in Megalohori, the capital of the island, the...

Melas Manor

Due to the sheer size of the completed mansion, the manor quickly gained the reputation as the...

Melidoni

Melidoni beach offers pristine sand, clear water and a terrific view of the islet of Hytra....

Melidoni Street Synagogues

Two synagogues, both located on Melidoni Street in Thission, serve the needs of Athens’...

Melina Merkouri Art and Concert Hall

Named in honour of Greek actress and politician Melina Merkouri, the Art and Concert Hall of...

Melina Merkouri Foundation

Established to uphold and promote Greek Culture in Greece and abroad....

Menandrion Theatre of Piraeus

Menandrion Theatre of Piraeus...

Meropeion Foundation, Agia Sophia

Established to educate poor girls, the foundation is housed in a privately owned building on...

Methana Spa Springs

The Methana healing springs are the result of intense subterranean processes linked to the...

Metz

Known for inspiring romance, it has also been known as Pantremenadika, or the "Wedding Land"....

Mikro Neorio

This is cozy, shallow inlet is the first beach west of the small bridge. There’s a refreshment...

Mikro Neorio

This is cozy, shallow inlet is the first beach west of the small bridge. There’s a refreshment...

Mikrolimano (Tourkolimano)

Formerly known as Tourkolimano, it has also been called Koumoundouros Port or “The Lantern"....

Monastery Beach

Lovely Monastery Beach is located just below the Monastery of Zoodochos Pigi....

Monastery of Agia Irini Chrysovalanto

The Monastery of Agia Irini in Lykovrissi Athens, was built in 1930 after her wish and there is...

Monastiraki

The centre of hardcore shopping, this stretch of roads, streets and alleys are home to hip...

Monastiri

This beach sits just beneath the Zoodohos Pigi Monastery at the end of the Askeli road. There’s...

Moni Beach

The islet of Moni, opposite Perdika, can be reached by sea taxi or private vessel in just eight...

Monument of Lysicrates

The Choragic Monument of Lysicrates was erected by the choregos Lysicrates, a wealthy patron of...

Mount Egaleo

Mount Egaleo marks the dividing point between Attica’s north (Egaleo) and its south (Poikilo Oros)....

Mount Hymettus

Rising majestically to the east of the city, this sacred mountain is home to ancient Athenian...

Mount Kythairon

Blanketed in pine forests, Mount Kythairon creates a natural border between the cities of...

Mount Pateras

This beautifully forested mountain, an extension of the massif of Mount Parnitha, rises as a...

Mount Penteli

Mount Penteli is one of Attica’s renowned ranges, famous for the marble extracted from its quarries....

Mountains

The mainland and islands of Attica will enchant you with their stunning mountain landscapes,...

Mt. Ellanion, Temple of Zeus

The view from the site is exquisite, with the beaches, the town of Aegina and the islet of...

Municipal Library

Free entranceThe Municipal Library of Pefki on Afroditi street 4 waw constructed in 2006 in the...

Municipal Theatre of Pefki

The Municipal Theater of Pefki is on Eleftherios Venizelos street 17, it was founded in 1999...

Municipality of Athens Cultural Centre

Since 1971, the Municipality of Athens Cultural Centre has been housed in downtown Athens....

Museum of Greek Children’s Art

Located in a 19th-century building at 9 Kodrou Street in Plaka, the Museum of Greek Children’s...

Museum of Greek Folk Instruments

Officially the Ethnomusicology Centre, this museum houses the wide-ranging folk-instrument...

Museum of Modern Greek Culture (MMGC)

The Museum of Modern Greek Culture (MMGC) is the only public metropolitan museum of the...

Museum of National Resistance of Ilioupoli

The Museum of National Resistance of Ilioupoli, Municipality of Ilioupoli, is a monument to the...

Museum of Political Exiles Ai-Stratis

Located in Keramikos, the heart of ancient Athens, this museum keeps permanent collections of...

Museum of the History of the Greek Costume

Established in 1988, when Melina Merkouri was minister of culture, the museum is part of the...

Museum of Traditional Pottery

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Museum Vorres

The Vorres Museum and its collections pack more than 3,000 years of Greek history into a...

Museums

Attica & Athens are home to some of the world’s most important and fascinating museums,...

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Mycenaean Tombs in Thoricos (Velatouri)

Some 50km from Athens, this is one of the most important archaeological sites of antiquity....

National Archaeological Museum of Athens

Located in the heart of Athens, the National Archaeological Museum on Patission Street houses...

National Bank of Greece Cultural Foundation (ΜΙΕΤ)

Situated on Thoukididou Street, this two-storey stone mansion was originally built in the...

National Bank of Greece-Historical Archives

Archive material from 1841 to the 1960s can be viewed for free here, as well as documents of...

National Gallery

Established in 1900, the National Gallery moved frequently before settling in its permanent...

National History Museum – The Old Parliament

The Old Parliament stands at the very spot where the banker Kondostavlos built a luxurious...

National Museum of Contemporary Art

The National Museum of Contemporary Art Athens (EMST) began its operation in 2000. The Museum's...

National Observatory of Athens

The National Observatory of Athens was built in 1842 and designed by Theophil Hansen....

National Research Foundation

The National Research Foundation is a private, non-profit institution, promoting...

Nautical Athlete Club of Vari-Varkiza

Nautical Athlete Club of Vari-Varkiza is specializing on water sports such as sailing, wind...

Nautical Athletic Club of Voula

Nautical Athletic Club of Voula is one of the most important and active Sailing Clubs of Attica...

Nea Makri

Just 32 kilometres northeast of Athens, the large, organised beach at Nea Makri offers easy...

Nea Philadelpheia Park

Covering some 480 hectares, Nea Philadelphia Park features a wide variety of flora....

Neorio Beach

The beach of Neorio is on the western part of the island, near the port....

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Nikos Hadjikyriakos – Ghika Gallery

The building at 3 Kriezotou Street belonged to artist Nikos Hadjikyriakos-Ghika, who donated it...

North Suburbs

The northern side of Attica is characterised by high mountains and lush greenery....

Numismatic Museum

Founded in 1834, the Numismatic Museum houses one of the oldest public collections in the world...

OAKA-Olympic Athletic Center of Athens

The state-of-the-art Olympic Athletic Center bears the name of Spyros Louis, who won the first...

Odeon of Herodes Atticus

The Odeon of Herodes Atticus, or the Irodeion as it is called today, was built on the...

Old Harbour

Located two kilometres east of Dapia, the shipyards are still active today....

Old National Press House

Known as the Royal Press House until 1863, this building, constructed between 1834 and 1835,...

Olive oil

The cultivation of olives is dating since ancient times, in the broader northeastern...

Omonia Square

Designed in the 1830s, Omonia Square quickly became one of the major squares in the city....

Omonia Station

Inaugurated in 1930, the current Omonia station replaced the original station, built in 1895,...

Omorfoklissia (St. George)

On Veikou Street in Galatsi stands the elegant Church of St. George, widely known as...

OTE Telecommunications Museum

Explore exhibits highlighting the crucial role of telecommunications in Greek history. You’ll...

Otto’s Stables

This beautiful old Athenian building has served as a modern entertainment venue since 1991....

Our Lady Chrysokastriotissa

Built in the 12th century, this vaulted basilica was nearly destroyed during the Revolution of 1821....

Our Lady Chrysopolitissa

The Church of Our Lady Chrysopolitissa on Eolou Street is one of Athens’ most historically...

Outdoor Activities

Are you a mountain or sea type of traveller? Do you enjoy trekking and mountain climbing or...

Palace of the Duchess of Placentia

The Duchess of Placentia, a famous 19th-century citizen of Athens, bought a large tract of land...

Palamidas (Voulgaris Mansion)

At Palamidas you can visit the impressive mansion of the Voulgaris family, a hugely important...

Palataki Tower

This 19th-century castellated building is a classic example of romantic historicism, with...