FREE ATHENS 2023

EDITORIAL p. 8

INTERESTING MUSEUMS p. 10

THE BEST MUSEUM OF ALL IS… ATHENS! p. 12

THE YOUNG ATHENIAN MAN p. 14

ATHINA INE / ATHENS IS p. 18

• Peristeri / Pigeon p. 20

• Tsolias / Soldier p. 22

• Nerantzia / Sour Orange Tree p. 24

• Taxi / Taxicab p. 26

• Agalma / Statue p. 28

• Acropoli / Acropolis p. 30

• Pikrodafni / Oleander p. 32

• Periptero / Kiosk p. 34

• Koulouri / Bagel p. 36

• Gata / Cat p. 38

AROUND ACROPOLIS p. 40

• Neighborhoods around Acropolis p. 42

• An entire city overlooking the Acropolis p. 44

• Famous writers wrote about the Acropolis and the Parthenon p. 46

• Disasters and hope p. 48

• Details for locals and visitors Nowadays… Once upon a time p. 50

• Landscaping around the Acropolis p. 52

• Athens from Above p. 56

EXPLORE ATHENS: IERA ODOS*: AN ANCIENT MODERN ROAD p. 58

• Gazi & Votanikos p. 60

• Kerameikos Metaxourghio p. 62

ALFAVITO/ ALPHABET p. 68

• A/B: Agkouri / Baglamas p. 70

• C/D: Chalara / Draxmi p. 72

• E/F: Elia / Filotimo p. 74

• G/H: Gomenos / Harmolipi p. 76

• I/J: Ilios / Jijiki p. 78

• K/L: Keramidi / Lofos p. 80

• M/N: Mpougatsa / Nostalgia p. 82

• O/P: Ouzo / Pagkaki p. 84

• Q/R: Quipi / Rizogalo p. 86

• S/T: Sirtaki /Tsikna p. 88

• U/V: Uranos / Vlahi p. 90

• W/X: Wourouna / Xematiasma p. 92

• Y/Z: Yaya / Zaria p. 94

GREEK SLANG p. 98

THE MOST ANNOYING TYPES OF GREEKS AND TOURISTS p. 100

YOU MAY BE ON VACATION, BUT NEVER FORGET THOSE WHO WORK… p. 102

ACTIVITIES ON THE ROAD p. 104

ESCAPING FROM THE INNER CITY p. 108

ATHENS MARKET p. 112

• The street side of Athens p. 112

• When discovery meets shopping p. 114

• Keep it environmentally friendly! p. 116

• Your Shopping List Classified p. 118

• Snacking Greek delicacies p. 122

• Volta [΄vol.ta], noun = Stroll, walk p. 124

KOMBOLOGADIKO

Komboloy is a part of the folk tradition of Greece directly connected to images and situations of Greek society and life; from the Greek kafeneio and Karagiozis to the hands of rich men as a sign of power. And while its basic materials are beads, thread and some metal elements, komboloy can be found in many different designs and will always fascinate you with its simplicity or with its elaborate design.

Find in Kombologadiko the komboloy which suits you most and take back to your hometown a piece of Greek culture!

9 Amerikis St. - Kolonaki, Athens

Τ: +30 212 70 00 500 / E: info@kombologadiko.gr

www.kombologadiko.gr

Featured places in order they appear in “Free Athens”

KIPSELI

PISMO | BRUNCH / COCKTAIL BAR | p. 85

KIVELI | MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANΤ | p. 81 & 126-127

NOSTIMIES TIS MAIRIS | GREEK CUISINE | p. 79

KICK ATHENS | CONCEPT STORE | p. 93

FLAKE ATHENS | BAKERY | p. 93

KYPSELAKI | GREEK CAFÉ | p. 91

CAFÉ MONTREAL | COFFEE & MORE | p. 35

SILYRA | CLOTHES & ACCESSORIES | p. 115

YOKI | ECO PRODUCTS & ATTITUDE | p. 117

TASIS | FOOD-GELATO-COFFEE | p. 53

CHERRY MUSE | FASHION, DESIGN & MORE | p. 117

EXARCHIA

FRAU | BAR | p. 37

POLYGLOT | BOOKSTORE | p. 15

INTRIGA | CAFE-BAR | p. 37

LE LIVRE OUVERT | BOOKSTORE | p. 15

LA CANTINA | ETHNIC CUISINE | p. 87

ROZALIA | GREEK TAVERN | p. 83

HUNNY BUNNY | ALL DAY CAFE BAR | p. 33

GROTESQUE THE BAR | BAR | p. 85

PAPANDREOU | DIAGNOSTIC CENTER | p. 101

KOLONAKI

HAT SHOP CHRYSAFOUDI | HATS | p. 115

KOMBOLOGADIKO | KOMBOLOIS SHOP | p. 5

IPPOPOTAMOS | BAR | p. 37

PIADINA LUMBRO | ITALIAN STREET FOOD | p. 87

GUSTO DI GRECIA | DELICATESSEN | p. 123

CRUDE SKATESHOP | SKATEBOARDING STUFF AND MORE | p. 113

PAGRATI | METS

MARABOO | ICE CREAM SHOP | p. 23

BIO REWILD | ORGANIC CANNABIS STORE | p. 117

FIXERS | COFFEE MAKERS & BAKERS | p. 73

SOUSOU | ALL DAY BAR | p. 85

TAP 27 | TAPROOM / BEER BAR | p. 95

ARBARORIZA | ALL DAY COFFEE COCKTAIL BAR | p. 89

CAFÉ AEROSTATO | JAZZ BAR | p. 35

OMBRELA | ALL DAY COFFEE BAR | p. 23

KATSIKA (ALSO IN MAROUSI & NEO IRAKLEIO) | HEALTHY CHOICES | p. 73

ASTERISQUE* | GLUTEN FREE BAKERY | p. 123

PETRALONA

RADIOURGIES | GREEK RESTAURANT | p. 79

PLATEIA | GREEK CUISINE & SPIRITS | p. 45

KOUKAKI

ARTELIO | ART, JEWELRY, GIFTS | p. 115

AELIA BIO | ORGANIC FOOD MARKET & COFFEE SHOP | p. 125

LOS TACOS | MEXICAN STREET FOOD & DRINK | p. 33

ODDS & ENDS JEWELRY | HANDMADE JEWELRY | p. 113

AVLI | CAFE, BRUNCH, SPIRITS | p. 33

AÇAÍ VERÃO | SUPER FOOD & COFFEE SHOP | p. 49

ONE TOOL THREE | MODERN JEWELRY & OBJECT | p. 119

MATERIA PRIMA | WINE BISTRO | p. 66-67

SALUTE BISTRO | ALL DAY BISTRO CAFÉ | p. 49

ĒRE ATHENS | CONCEPT STORE | p. 57

KOUNTOURIOTIKO | GRILL RESTAURANT | p. 45

THIS IS LOCO | ALL DAY BAR RESTAURANT | p. 87

GO GO ELECTRIC | E-BIKES & E-MOTORCYCLES | p. 2-3 & 107

MONASTIRAKI | THISSIO | PSIRI

ERMOU SPIRITS / CAVA PITTARAS | LIQUOR STORE | p. 51

VOLCANO | CANNABIS SHOP | p. 113

TERRA FRESH | NUTS-DRY FRUIT-SPICES-HERBS & MORE | p. 121

VOILA | ALL DAY CAFE BAR | p. 47

EN AITHRIA ATHENS | ALL DAY BAR RESTAURAN | p. 43

ATHENS HALL OF HORRORS | LIVE ACTION SCARE ATTRACTION | p. 105

VRETTOS ANTIQUES | ANTIQUE SHOP (ALSO IN CRETE, CHANIA) | p. 31

KOUKOUVAYA | DESSERTS & COFFEE | p. 23

UBUNTU | CAFÉ | p. 35

MAHAIRITSA | TAVERNA | p. 83

CIEL ATHENS | ALL DAY BAR | p. 55

SMOKING BARELLS | p. BAR P. 43

NOMADS ATHENS | RESTO PUB | p. 51

MUSEUM HERAKLEIDON | SCIENCE, ART, MATHEMATICS | p. 11

TAPFIELD | BEER BAR | p. 51

OINOPOLEION | WINE RESTAURANT | p. 75

STOA TOU PSIRRI | GREEK TAVERN | p. 39

3QUARTERS | UPCYCLED URBAN BAGS | p. 113

LOKALI | CUP, TAP & TAVERN | p. 47

EM CAFÉ | COFFEE & BRUNCH | p. 57

KLIMATARIA | GREEK TAVERNA | p. 91

PLAKA | ACROPOLIS AREA

FISHBONE DESIGN | HANDMADE JEWELRY & GIFT SHOP | p. 119

TO KAFENEIO | GREEK CUISINE | p. 75

SYMPOSIO | RESTO BAR | p. 53

MALOTIRA | REEK DELI PRODUCTS | p. 123

TAVERNA ACROPOLI | TAVERN | p. 31

ANEFANI | TRADITIONAN GREEK RESTAURANT | p. 54

PAIR | ALL DAY COFFEE BAR | p. 57

Λ10 CONCEPT STORE ΑΘENS | CONCEPT STORE | p. 115

KERAMEIKOS | METAXOURGIO | VOTANIKOS | GAZI

ANATOLIAN LOUNGE-HOOKAHOLIC (ALSO IN AGIOS DIMITRIOS AREA)

| LUNCH, DINNER SPIRITS AND HOOKAH | p. 59

STREET HABIT | SANDWICH & BURGER SHOP | p. 59

ALEXANDER THE GREAT | GREEK RESTAURANT | p. 79

B327 | BAR | p. 59

TA KANARIA | ALL DAY BAR-EATERY | p. 61

METAXOU | TRADITIONAL TAVERN | p. 110-111

TO AVGO TOU KOKORA | GREEK RESTAURANT | p. 61

CACHOU | BEER BAR | p. 63

SAORSA | ALL DAY CAFE BAR | p. 63

PARA THIN’ ALOS | SEAFOOD RESTAURANT | p. 53

TAMARIND | THAI KITCHEN | p. 27

SYNTAGMA

KALLIOPE | HANDMADE FASHION JEWELRY | p. 21

KIKI DE GRÈCE | WINE BISTROT | p. 29

MATSOUKA | NUTS, SWEETS & GREEK TRADITIONAL PRODUCTS (ALSO IN KIFISIA, GLYFADA & MYKONOS) | p. 103

THE LOCKERS | AUTOMATED LUGGAGE STORAGE | p. 64-65

AWESOME ATHENS EXPERIENCES | STREET ART TOUR | p. 106

SINNERS PIZZA | PIZZERIA | p. 95

PSYCHE WINE BAR | WINE BAR | p. 29

IANOS | BOOKSTORE | p. 15

AROUND KOLOKOTRONI & KLAFTHMONOS SQUARE

AIOLIKI ODOS | RESTAURANT | p. 39

MOZZART PIZZA | PIZZERIA | p. 77

SNOB ATHENS | ESPRESSO GASTRO BAR | p. 55

SPACE HAM | DELI-SANDWICHES | p. 77

BARTESERA | ALL DAY CAFÉ BAR | p. 16-17

PRIGIPO | HANDMADE JEWELLERY | p. 99 & BACK PAGE

AROUND DOWNTOWN

TO KAPLANI | CRETAN & MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE (CARAVEL AREA) | p. 9

HELLENIC MOTOR MUSEUM | AUTOMOBILE EXHIBITION (74 3RD SEPTEMVRIOU ST.) | p. 13

ANASTASIOU BREWERY | BREWERY (CHALANRI) | p. 71

TO TRIKYKLO | TAVERN / BEER BAR, (NEOS KOSMOS) | p. 75

GIA DES | RESTAURANT, (PATISIA) | p. 81

CHIC AND BEAUTY | BEAUTY SALON, (PERISTERI) | p. 119

KROUSKAS | RESTAURANT, (VICTORIA SQUARE) | p. 91

LA CANTINA FAVELA | ALL DAY RESTAURANT BAR, (PALAIO FALIRO) | p. 27

PARAGON | TAPROOM & BREWERY, (ILIOUPOLI) | p. 27

AMIGOS | MEXICAN FOOD, (IN NEA SMIRNI & GLIFADA) | p. 25

AROUND ATHENS

BOLIVAR | BEACH CLUB, (ALIMOS) | p. 25

ROLOI | CAFE-RESTAURANT, (LAVRIO) | p. 109

CASTUS | BEACH BAR, (ANAVYSSOS) | p. 96

ALOPIGIA | BEACH BAR, (ANAVYSSOS) | p. 97

OUT OF ATHENS

PALACIO DEL SOL | MODERN RENTAL APARTMENTS, (NAFPLIO) | p. 109

DRAGONERA | BEACH BAR, (AGISTRI ISLAND) | p. 109

Take a piece of Greece with you…

We delight in bringing the 5th Free Athens issue out, despite the fact that summer has arrived a bit later this year, as high temperatures didn’t seem to get to our country as early as they usually do!

However, it has long been since we are in summer mood, so we introduce to you everything you need to dive deeply into Greek culture. Try to spot all the representative ingredients of the athenian city center, so that you’ll get a handle on what Athens is. Explore the capital of Greece beyond the limits of Acropolis and mingle with the locals, pronouncing typical Greek words (yes, as you can see, we have included a lot of them in this issue!). Moreover, dare to try several of the activities proposed in the following pages and thank us later (of course we are sure that you’ll have a great time!). In a word, live the athenian experience to the fullest!

We know that the tourism is the heavy industry of Greece, but we prefer to face you like guests rather than tourists, and besides, the ancient greek god Zeus (the father of all the gods) was also called “Xenios”, that means “patron of the hospitality” and we honor our hospitable past.

Three cheers for the Greek summer!

Sofia Argyri | Editor

LOGOTYPO PUBLICATIONS

19 Thiras St. - Athens - 11257 | t. +30 210 82 29 040

Link: https://ipolizei.gr/category/free-athens/

Mails: info@ipolizei.gr | freeathens21@gmail.com

EDITING: SOFIA ARGYRI | ILEKTRA TZORTSOU

GRAPHICS: IRO PITSIKALI | MYRTO STELIOU

COVER: DIGITAL COLLAGE BY MYRTO STELIOU

MARKETING: MARIANNA PAPAGEORGIOU | NIKOLETA VIKOU | CHRISTINA AGGELAKOPOULOU | SPIROS APOSTOLOPOULOS

Taste the cretan culinary culture

TO KAPLANI

To Kaplani welcomes you to its clean and modern space, flourished with vintage decoration elements. Discover a unique gastronomic experience, while tasting the creative Mediterranean cuisine, enriched with traditional cretan flavors. With raw materials coming directly from Crete, the quality of the dishes is non-negotiable. Taste the traditional cretan dishes, like gamopilafo and the screw spaghetti with herbs, while listening to greek folk music, for a complete cretan experience!

47 Efroniou St. - Caravel area - Τ: +30 210 72 11 161, +30 210 72 11 191

Fb: To Kaplani - Ig: tokaplani - Wp: www.tokaplani.gr/portal/

In Athens, you won’t miss two things: food and history. Both are everywhere! Both are precious, but not expensive! The numerous museums, in almost every corner of this city, prove that, if you love expanding your knowledge while on vacation, you are in the right place. Except for the museums already known to you, such as the New Acropolis Museum, there are many others that can really surprise you!

Nowadays, museums around the world, and for sure in the Greek capital city, are changing by becoming more interactive, thanks to the new technologies. Apart from the museums that deal with the long history and culture of Greece, in Athens you can also find a variety of smaller museums that deal with really interesting subjects, such as greek society and daily life, art, gastronomy, education and many more. With some of them having free entrance and special prices throughout the week and also often holding special excibitions, the only thing you have to do is to try and stay up to date and start exploring these small cultural places.

Our favorite museums also belong to these categories. The Herakleidon Museum aims to highlight areas of ancient Greek and Byzantine culture that till recently remained outside the interests of classical studies. From the first years of its operation, the Herakleidon Museum embraced the sciences and this was the catalyst in its evolution, from 2014 onwards, into a cultural center that discovers, projects and highlights the multiple and complex interrelationships between the sciences and art.

Another example is the Hellenic Motor Museum which is a significant culture point in Athens, giving its visitors the unique opportunity to experience the evolution of the car as reflected in the unique exhibits.

P.S. Regarding the modern, political and social history of Athens, mottos and graffitis show the difficult economic situation of our country or "shout" for freedom, equality and love. History in Athens, and to be honest in every city as vivid as the capital of Greece, is written every day!

museum The best of all is... Athens!

Can you imagine a museum where the entrance is free? Where you can speak as loudly as you want, drink and eat whatever you want? A museum that never closes its doors? Oh, that would be awesome if it was real… And, hopefully, it is. This magical museum is the city of Athens. Even if you have no time to spend in a real museum, you can take a taste of history and art in every street of this city.

Ancient walls and big stones, where once upon a time, maybe a great philosopher might have stood. Streets that had been walked by warriors or famous politicians, such as Pericles or Eleftherios Venizelos. Just by looking around you, you will understand that Athenian history didn’t end when the ancient greek civilization did. The continuation is even more fascinating: Romans, Byzantine Empire and of course modern greek history have left their marks in the city.

In addition, during all those years many artists have lived and created in Athens, such as famous architects, poets and musicians. Statues and significand buildings are spread all over the city, so a simple walk can be transformed into a really interesting navigation in the city's history. Are you familiar with names such as Kostis Palamas, Alekos Fassianos, Dimitris Fotiadis, Melina Merkouri? If not, do a small research on the internet and get ready to explore some of the most strategic and culturally important points of Athens

Religion has played an important role in Greek history. You can find Christian orthodox churches all over the city. Most of them are open to visit, so you can take a glance on those buildings, which are so different from the Catholic ones. An interesting fact is that there are no mosques in Athens. The ones in function are illegal or unofficial, so it would be almost impossible to find them.

CULTURE

HELLENIC MOTOR MUSEUM

The Hellenic Motor Museum, after 12 years of continuous operation in Athens, is a cultural point of interest, giving its visitors the unique opportunity to experience the evolution of the automobile as reflected in the unique exhibits (its exhibitions display more than 110 cars from the 19th and the 20th century).

In addition, the spiral ramp that starts from the ground floor of the Capitol (a landmark building of Athens) and ends at the entrance of the Museum on the 4th floor, is architecturally inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright’s Guggenheim Museum in New York, giving a sense of eternal movement to visitors. The organic architecture meets the history of the car, its technological evolution and its course in the 20th century.

/ 33 Ioulianou St. & 74 3rd Septemvriou St.

- Athens

/ Τ: +30 210 88 16 187

/ E-mail: hmm@charagionis.com

/ Wp: www.hellenicmotormuseum.gr/en/

/ Fb: Hellenic Motor Museum

/ Ig: hellenicmotormuseum

OPENING HOURS

May - September:

Tuesday - Friday 10:00-16:00

Saturday - Sunday 11:00-18:00

October - April:

Tuesday - Friday 10:00-14:00

Saturday - Sunday 11:00-18:00

200 m / VICTORIA

METRO LINE 1

The Young Athenian Man (Eros – Chronos

“The Young Athenian Man”* is a fascinating story written by Fondas Ladis, where a statue comes to life and escapes from the Museum of Athens.

Jacqueline Dubeau, a young French archeologist, falls in love with the statue of a young man, which is of unique value and beauty. The statue was discovered during the excavations for the subway in Athens, not long before the 2004 Olympic Games. At some point, Apollodoros, the statue, comes to life. So, can love achieve the unachievable? And how can anyone bridge the gap between two worlds when they are separated by 2,500 years? The play, published in Greek by Pyli editions a few years ago, unfolds in Athens, Paris and London, in places such as the Archeological Museum of Athens, the British Museum and the Louvre.

Are you ready to wander through space and time?

– Thanatos)

Fondas Ladis is a well-known Greek writer, poet, and journalist. He has written twenty-five books, which include novels, poetry, children’s literature, travel books, political and historical essays. His poems have been set to music by the internationally acclaimed composer Mikis Theodorakis (“Zorba the Greek”, “Z”) as well as by many other Greek composers. He has lived and worked abroad for many years and has been awarded a prize in an international play-writing competition in Rimini, Italy. He is a member of the Greek Journalists Union, the Greek Composer and Lyricists Union, the Greek Crime Fiction Club and a founding member and president of the non-profit archive and historical research society Mnimes (Memories).

PUBLISHED IN FRENCH TOO

The lyrical play "The Young Athenian Man, Éros, Chronos, Thanatos" by Fondas Ladis has been published in Paris by Les Cygnes publications, which specializes in drama and is headed by Monique de Montremy.

The work is divided into four acts and 35 scenes. It is now being translated into English as well.

The translation of this challenging – in many aspects – text is by the well-known Hellenist Marcel Durand, who also translated the numerous annotations at the end of the book. The cover of the French edition was designed by Xanthippe Miha-Bania.

Photos: Olga Stefatou

BOOKSTORE LE LIVRE OUVERT

The only purely French-speaking bookstore in Greece! On its shelves, you will discover the largest collection of French-language titles, but also the largest collection of translated works by Greek authors. On Solonos Street, in the bookstore district of Athens, an independent french bookstore you must visit!

/ 77 Solonos St. - Exarchia

/ T: +30 210 36 29 703

/ Fb: Le Livre Ouvert

/ Ig: le_livre_ouvert_grece

/ Wp: https://lelivreouvert.gr/fr/

POLYGLOT

If you want a good bookstore to keep you company for the chill hours in the city, Polyglot Bookstore is the right place to visit. In the heart of Athens, Polyglot has its shelves full of books in English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Turkish etc. for adults or children.

Enjoy your reading, enjoy your stay!

/ 84 Akadimias St. - Athens

/ Τ: +30 210 33 00 455

/ Fb: Polyglot Bookstore

/ Wp: www.polyglotbooks.gr

All Day Café Bar Bartesera

Did you know?

The arcades (stoae) in the center of Athens

The arcades were a common shaded, closed passage in Ancient Athens, to avoid the intense heat during the hours of sunshine and for the gathering of citizens. The arcades of modern Athens (since 1883) followed the architectural trend of the early 19th cen-

tury in Paris and London. Most of the famous arcades of Athens, which were bustling with life, today highlight only their architectural uniqueness and beauty. However, going down Kolokotroni street, at number 25, Stoa Praxitelous, a building of 1937, became an “outdoor closed” area of a bar.

The place

The Stoa of Praxitelous and the “Bartesera”

The beauty of an old city like Athens also lies in the fact that there are people who wish to preserve its historical elements and develop them according to the needs of the time. Something like this happened with the arcade of Praxitelous. When a group of four decided to recreate the arcade and -according to its architecture- set up a bar, “Bartesera” was born. From the first bars of its kind, it created a new trend of reusing arcades.

Today, “Bartesera” is one of the most famous café bars in the city center. Famous for the allday enjoyment it offers and the quality of every service, as well as for the “view” of the Attic sky because of the open roof of the arcade. It opens since morning with a delicious brunch of special recipes, finger food, lunch and dinner options, as well as delicious sweets.

Signature cocktails are a trademark. These are creations that change depending on the season. “Bartesera” is also an ideal choice to experience the Athenian night as the locals do. Music plays an important role, so the DJs change frequently to create the best conditions for a good time. The setting is complemented by the people; warm and welcoming, typical example of Greek hospitality.

T. +30 21 0322 9805

Fb: Bartesera | Ig: @bartesera_

450 m /Panepistimio

METRO LINE 2

Athina ine Athens is

peristeri pigeon

THE… FLYING GUARD

You’ll find them everywhere - and when we say everywhere, we mean it. In squares, in parks, on streets, on sidewalks, on balconies, on benches, on statues, inside buildings, at bus stops, on the uncovered areas of apartment buildings, on roofs, on air conditioning boxes, in arcades, in fountains, inside your house maybe! The only place where they don’t sit is on the trees – where

HANDMADE FASHION JEWELRY

KALLIOPE

Kalliope is a company that designs and markets handmade fine contemporary jewelry. Inspired by fashion and traditional Greek art, they handcraft unique accessories. The name of the brand comes from the Ancient times as Kalliope was the name of the muse of music and the arts. Of course, it’s also the name of one of the founders and designers, George & Kalliope, who have been together in both personal and professional life since 1984. Passionate about finding the contemporary between the traditional and the alternative, the couple mixes classic techniques with unconventional materials and innovative ideas, putting their signature in each and every one of their designs. Discover all their new collections as well as a broad selection of fashion jewelry pieces in their store located in in the heart of Athens.

/ 58 Perikleous St. - Syntagma

/ T: +30 210 27 16 557

/ Ig: kalliope.jewelry

/ Fb: Kalliope

/ Wp: kalliopejewelry.com/en_us/

650 m / SYNTAGMA

tsolias soldier

THE TRADITIONAL GUARD

Its official name is “Evzonas”. “Evzones” are soldiers of the Presidential Guard, who have a symbolic character, and their mission is to guard the Monument to the Unknown Soldier and the Presidential Palace. So, you will find “Tsolias” in front of the parliament building, opposite Syntagma Square, at the monument to the Unknown Soldier. Always standing there, motionless, with the traditional Greek costume consisting of: the foustanela (the skirt; the number of doubles in the foustanela was traditionally four hundred, as many as the years of the Turkish rule in Greece), the fario (the hat; red colour, made of felt), the shirt (white colour), the fermeli (the waistcoat), the socks (made of wool, white colour), the garters (black), the tsaruhia (leather shoes, they weigh three kilos each) and the cartridge cases.

MARABOO

Maraboo offers inspirational, absolutely delicious natural ice-cream, which is made in small batches daily, with great care and the highest quality ingredients. You can find flavors like fiordilatte, milk chocolate, salted caramel but also vegan ones like pistacchio, dark chocolate, and seasonal fruit sorbets.

/ 17 Archelaou St. – Pagrati

/ T: +30 210 72 47 037

/ Fb: Maraboo Ice Cream

/ Ig: marabooicecream

DESSERTS & COFFEE

KOUKOUVAYA

“Koukouvaya”, a concept dessert shop, comes from Chania Crete, where it serves delicious sweets for 26 years. Last year, “Koukouvaya” brought these famous sweets in Athens. Taste the “zoumero” (means juicy!), an original chocolate cake dipped in rich, warm, chocolate syrup topped with whipped cream, the banofee pie, the traditional ekmek kadayif (with the twist of «koukouvaya» team), the low fat Meropi’s favourite or a variety of Cretan products that come to your plate fresh.

/ 1 Skouze St. - Monastiraki

/ T: +30 210 33 18 700

/ Ig: @koukouvaya_athens

350 m / MONASTIRAKI METRO LINE 1, 3

A cozy and happy place invites you to step into the world of brunch. A culinary journey based on the best Greek raw materials has begun. Try kavurma accompanied by fried greens and yogurt or Scandinavian salmon gravlax cooked with gin, orange, and lemon. Natural wines and signature cocktails complete the brunch experience!

/ 21 Eratosthenous St. - Pagrati

/ T: +30 213 04 70 388

/

Fb: Ομπρέλα All Day Coffee Bar / Ig: ombrela_cafe_brunch_bar

ICE CREAM SHOP

ALL DAY COFFEE BAR

OMBRELA

1,2 km / SYNTAGMA METRO LINE 2, 3

m / EVANGELISMOS

© Alina Lefa

nerantzia sour orange tree

BITTER ORANGE IS THE NEW ORANGE

Bitter orange trees adorn the sidewalks of most neighborhoods in Athens. These trees are "our" roommates, neighbors, and friends. With them we bloom every year in the spring, with them we spend the winters, the autumns when the afternoon wind blows and the summers when we look for a little more coolness and water. Their orange coloured balls lend themselves to setting up little soccer matches in the middle of the street. Unfortunately, bitter oranges are not eaten raw, but they are made into a traditional sweet, the so-called “sweet of the spoon nerantzaki” with which our Greek grandmothers brought us up. Many say that trees with edible fruits should have been planted, but it is better that this did not happen: because every year in harvest time there would be blood shed in the city.

BEACH CLUB

BOLIVAR

Discover the ultimate beachfront paradise at Bolivar Beach Club in Athens! Immerse yourself in sun-soaked bliss, where crystal-clear waters meet golden sands. Dance to the rhythm of world-class DJs, indulge in tantalizing Mediterranean cuisine served from morning till night, and sip refreshing cocktails as you soak up the vibrant atmosphere. Whether you’re seeking to dance, bask in the golden sun, or simply enjoy the breathtaking sunset views, Bolivar Beach Club is where unforgettable memories are made!

/ Leoforos Poseidonos Akti tou Hliou BeachAlimos 17455 - Athens

/ T: +30 210 9 831018

/ E: info@bolivar.gr, bolivarbeachbar@yahoo.gr

/ Wp: www.bolivar.gr

/ Fb: Bolivar Beach Bar

/ Ig: @bolivarbeachbar

/ Trip Advisor: Bolivar Beach Bar

Easy access to people with mobility problems Free Parking

Tram stop “3RD KALAMAKI”

taxi taxicab

THE YELLOW HABIT

There are so many taxis in Athens that many claim that if they didn’t exist, the city’s huge traffic problem would have been solved. Getting into a taxi and the journey that follows, is an experience and we owe this to the taxi drivers. They never miss an opportunity to babble, tell a bunch of stories, listen to bizzare radio stations with unknown heavy folk songs - keep in mind that they sing along and often comment on what they hear. It is also worth noting that they have an opinion about everyone and everything. In recent years, because many young people have entered the profession, this phenomenon has started to decrease. But if you meet a figure described as above, you will understand what we are trying to explain to you...

LA CANTINA FAVELA

All Day Restaurant Bar

«Welcome to a Parallel Reality»

A wonderful culinary journey in Latin-American fusion cuisine begins at Paleo Faliro with imaginative cocktails and live nights (Fridays & Saturdays) with Cuban bands and Latin-American dances. Wander through the restaurant menu and enjoy gourmet flavors and imaginative cocktails of premium labels from the other side of the Atlantic, from noon until late at night. Extra Tips: Discover Taco Tuesdays (1 euro/tacos) and Happy Hours (Tuesday to Friday, 5 euros for any flavor margheritas).

/ 79 Zisimopoulou St. - Palaio Faliro

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Τ: +30 690 91 28 812, +30 210 94 19 686

/ Fb: La Cantina Favela

/ Ig: la_cantina_favela

TAPROOM & BREWERY

PARAGON

When the brewery becomes a taproom -and vice versa- you know you are in for a unique tasting experience. In the south of Athens, the team of Paragon reformed a former metal workshop into a fully functional Brewery and Taproom with a modern industrial aesthetic. Paragon insists locally and brew with local ingredients in order to bring to our glass 16 taps and 60 different bottles (mostly from Greek microbreweries). The brewery is independent and 100% family owned and operated. It’s open every day (except Mondays) to look at the secrets of greek craft beer.

/ 3 Lemesou St. - Ilioupolis

/ T: +30 698 19 47 030

/ Fb: Paragon Brewery & Taproom

/ Ig: paragonbrewerysouthathens

160 m / AGIOS DIMITRIOS

Metro Line 2

The oldest Thai restaurant in the heart of China town lays its tables out on the square of Metaxourgio neighborhood again this summer to offer us authentic Thai dishes and cocktails in a place that awakens to our senses!

51 Kerameikou St. - Metaxourgio

T: +30 210 52 25 945

Wp: www.tamarindathens.gr

Fb: tamarindathens

THAI RESTAURANT TAMARIND

750 m / OMONIA METRO LINE 1, 2

650 m / AGIA SKEPI TRAM STATION

agalma statue

OUTDOOR SCULPTURE GALLERY

Statues are the permanent residents of Athens along with the real ones. These marble and bronze presences stand in parts of the city and try to remind us of something, to tell us something. The truth is that the Municipality of Athens does not pay much attention to them, so they are usually dirty, hidden behind bushes or between shop tables, unlit and uncared. Of course, even the Athenians do not particularly appreciate them and rarely stand in front of a statue to admire it. Despite their obsolescence, there are so many that constitute an outdoor sculpture gallery worthy of respect and greater attention. However, they will always be there, eternally waiting to be discovered...

WINE BAR

PSYCHE WINE BAR

While walking around the noisy Ermou street, make a turn into Kornarou street to take a breath. A well-hidden verdant yard located in the heart of Athens offers some relaxing vibes in a vibrant city center. Take a taste of the wide variety of the new-crop or aged wines and let yourself be surprised by the dish of the day. A Mediterranean menu based on the tasty Greek tradition offers you a lot of fish options, as well as meat dishes.

/ 4 Kornarou St. - Athens

/ T: +30 210 32 21 271

/ Wp: psychewinebar.gr

/ Fb: Psyche Wine Bar

/ Ig: psyche_winebar

550 m / SYNTAGMA

METRO LINE 2,3

WINE BISTROT

KIKI DE GRÈCE

Find the hidden cozy pedestrian area in the beautiful alleys of the center around Syntagma. There, the Greek creative cuisine of Kiki de Grèce with fresh raw materials will compensate you. The wine list with 38 different wine labels is waiting for you to enjoy them in a glass. Combine food with wine and indulge in a journey of flavors!

/ 4 Ipitou St. - Athens

/ T: +30 210 32 11 279

/ Fb + Ig: @kikidegrece

500 m / SYNTAGMA

METRO LINE 2, 3

acropoliacropolis

HOLY AND BREATHTAKING

The Acropolis hill and the Parthenon, was built in honor of the goddess Athena in the 5th century BC. and since then stands proudly above Athens. It is the trademark not only of our city, but also of whole Greece. If you ask a visitor what they know about our country, the first thing they will probably tell you is Acropolis. Even Athenians are always a little moved at the sight of it and look for opportunities to admire it. In this part of the city, it is as if all the history and values of Greece are condensed; although, if we want to be honest, almost nothing has remained the same since it was built. Perhaps, the only thing that has remained the same –roughly – is the Parthenon itself...

TAVERN

TAVERNA ACROPOLI

With over 40 years of experience in the field of catering, the traditional tavern Acropolis continues to offer delicious authentic Greek recipes at the foothills of the Acropolis. Try the famous moussaka and dolmades with egg-lemon sauce with a view of the sacred rock and the Romaiki Agora to get the most out of the Athenian experience and return to your city with the best impressions of our town.

/ 2 Epaminonda St. - Plaka

/ T: +30 210 32 15 737

/ Ig: tavernacropolis

270 m / MONASTIRAKI

METRO LINE 1, 3

ANTIQUE SHOP

VRETTOS ANTIQUES

In Vrettos’ antique store, unique pieces of high quality are mixed with nostalgic memories and, after traveling through the time, they are gathered here, creating the largest and most authentic variety of antiques you can find in the city center. The family tradition has been continuing since 1957, so we are sure that we’ll find here genuine old items from all over Greece, but also from many famous European antique bazaars at affordable prices.

/ 51-52 Avissinias Square - Monastiraki

/ T: +30 210 32 14 407

170 m / MONASTIRAKI / METRO LINE 1, 3

/ 9 Navarhou Apostoli St. - Psiri Square

/ T: +30 215 50 12 700

300 m / THISSIO / METRO LINE 1

/ 131-133 Kisamou St. - Chania, Crete

/ T: +30 28213 07 455

/ Wp: vrettosantiques.gr

/ Fb: @antikesvrettos

/ Ig: vrettos_antiques

pikrodαfni oleander

THE FLOWER

You will find it with its scaly little leaves and its pink or white flowers everywhere in the city and that is why we can rightly call it the “Bush of Athens”. You will find it standing on sidewalks, in parks and squares, and even on highways. Many people claim that it doesn’t have a smell. But if you run into it, take the chance to smell its flowers and you will discover that they are wrong. Their scent is subtle and intense at the same time. Syngrou Avenue is one of the roads on which you will find it, standing motionless for kilometers, between the two streams.

A place that combines modern culinary trends with Greek tradition and hospitality. Brunch, Greek meze, traditional recipes, cocktails and various spirits meet in the colorful Avli (means “courtyard”). The Athenian way of entertainment at its best!

/ 4 Georgiou Olympiou St. - Koukaki

/ T: +30 211 40 51 412

/ Fb: @kafeniohayli

/ Ig: kafeneioavli

MEXICAN STREET FOOD & DRINK

LOS TACOS

A walk in Koukaki, with the Acropolis and Filopappou Hill as a background, can be made even better by stopping at the colorful Los tacos. With authentic Mexican flavors (tacos, nachos, burritos, quesadillas, churros, etc.), handmade products, fresh ingredients and fine raw materials, it is no coincidence that Los tacos has created loyal visitors, like Greeks and foreigners. Combine your food with a frozen Margarita and the Mexican aftertaste will make your holidays in Greece unforgettable.

/ 1 Orlof & Veikou St. - Koukaki

/ Τ: +30 210 92 29 739

/ Fb: lostacoskoukaki

/ Ig: lostacos_taqueria

/ TikTok: lostacos_taqueria

550 m / SYNGROU-FIX

Hunny Bunny has quickly become a hangout for locals who looked for calm and friendly atmosphere at all hours of the day. In this cozy corner of Exarchia you can enjoy coffee, homemade sweets, spritz, finest snacks and its famous signature cocktails by the sounds of DJ’s.

/ 8 Tositsa St. - Exarchia

/ T: +30 21 1735 2571

/ Ig: hunny_bunnybar

/ Fb: Hunny Bunny

CAFE, BRUNCH, SPIRITS AVLI

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ALL DAY CAFE ΄ BAR

HUNNY BUNNY

800 m / OMONIA METRO LINE 1, 2

periptero kiosk

KIOSKS: ALL IN ONE

Kiosks are a local invention directly linked to the Greek culture. In the 60’s, when the telephone had not entered most homes, people went there to communicate. Also, the newspapers hanging on ropes attracted crowds of people who wanted to be the first to know the news of the day. Kiosk was the joy of children as they bought ice creams and lollipops. Also, the man working at the booth was always the one who knew everything about the neighborhood and the streets. Today kiosks are much bigger than back then, almost like mini markets, with variety of products. Kiosks can be life saving as many of them are open 24 hours a day.

CAFE

COFFEE & MORE CAFÉ MONTREAL

A meeting point lays on the lush green pedestrian street of Kipseli. Mingle with the locals for an all-day grazing of traditional Greek delicacies and casual drinks by night. Don’t miss the homemade sweets and the tasteful soft ice-cream made with a unique secret recipe.

/ 35 Tenedou St. & 7 Agias Zonis St. - Kipseli

/ T: +30 210 86 27 021

/ Fb: Cafe Montreal - coffee & more

/ Ig: cafemontreal_

UBUNTU

The name of the store means: “I am who I am, because you are who you are”. In this cozy corner of Athens, coffee is a way to make new friends. It is worth noting that the locals have highlighted it as one of the best hangouts in Petralona. The store has its own espresso blend with chocolate aftertaste. Try the snacks, vegan or not, that stand out.

/ 38 Nileos St. - Thissio

/ T: +30 210 34 10 566

/ Ig: ubuntu_ath

AEROSTATO

A jazz café-bar takes you a trip to a retro French bistrot atmosphere, where you can enjoy your coffee or drink while jazz, swing and blues music gets you all over the place. Must-try the homemade pies with a crispy pastry sheet.

700 m / THISSIO / METRO LINE 1

600 m / KERAMEIKOS / METRO LINE 3

JAZZ BAR CAFÉ

koulouri bagel

CIRCLES HAVE NO BEGGININGS

Its round shape with the hole in the middle and the sesame with which it is covered are what distinguish it from anything else and make it one of a kind. The bagel is proudly the snack of the city since it helps us in the greatest moments of hunger at work, school, on the road. It’s cheap, easy to find, healthy, tasty and filling; Bagel peddlers are part of the tradition of Greece. It must be mentioned, of course, that this type of bagel is called “Thessaloniki bagel” and it is this city (Thessaloniki) that is responsible for its creation and dissemination.

BAR FRAU

Intimate atmosphere, value for money drinks and cocktails, special decoration; all the above compose a bar that challenges you to have fun all night. You can dance to the rhythm of all kinds of music, depending on the planned DJ set. Tables on pavement and loggia complete the authentic Athenian urban style.

/ 6 Feidiou St. - Athens

/ T: +30 210 38 10 640

/ Fb: Frau café-bar

/ Ig: frau_cafe_bar

The oldest bar in the area and one of the oldest in Athens has been serving high quality coffees and cocktails since 1981, retaining its authentic character. Feel the vibes of notorious Exarchia, while tasting a wide variety of beers, starting with Guinness draught to international and Greek crafted beers by microbreweries.

/ 60 Dervenion St. - Exarchia

/ T: +30 210 33 00 936

/ Fb: Intriga Cafe Bar

/ Ig: intriga_cafe_bar

IPPOPOTAMOS

An outgoing and social “hippo” (as Ippopotamos means hippo in Greek) opens its doors and invites everyone to enjoy his drink by day on its cool pedestrian street under the dense orange trees, but also by night in its flowery yard. Coffee, clear drinks and an effortlessly friendly atmosphere are combined to make you feel like traveling to another decade!

/ 3B Delfon St. - Kolonaki

/ T: +30 210 36 34 583

/ Fb: Ippopotamos Bar

/ Ig: ippopotamos

BAR 600 m / PANEPISTIMIO METRO

CAFE-BAR INTRIGA

900 m / OMONIA METRO LINE 1, 2

350 m / PANEPISTIMIO METRO LINE 2

gata cat

CATS NOT SINGING “MEMORIES”

The number one stray animal in Athens. They come in all colors and sizes and always make you admire them – or envy them – with their wonderful postures, balance, sunbathing, slow and charming gait and games. The residents of the neighborhoods usually take care of them with food and makeshift shelters, so they can continue their vagrant life on the street without the stress of survival. Stray cats in Greece used to be called “tiled cats” because in the past the roofs of the houses were mostly made of tiles and the cats used to lounge on them. They also make you wonder how they keep themselves so clean in such a dirty city! We love cats a lot!

GREEK TAVERN

STOA TOU PSIRRI

If you want to get to know the traditional and famous mezedes of Greek cuisine, it’s a good idea to stop by Psirri and find the new tavern in the neighborhood. In this family business, you will feel like guests in a Greek home. It opens from 11.00 am. for coffee and Greek breakfast. Then, you can fill your taste with many delicious bites for the whole day.

/ 19 Agiou Dimitriou St. - Psirri

/ T. +30 697 66 92 975

450 m / MONASTIRAKI METRO LINE 1,3

RESTAURANT

AIOLIKI ODOS

During your stay in Athens, you can’t miss stopping over Aioliki Odos. By early in the morning, breakfast and coffee are served to start your day. Here, you’ll find a Greek restaurant, offering not only Greek dishes, but also a great variety of plates. Ask for staff’s recommendation for your lunch or dinner and meet the sense of Greek hospitality.

/ 57 Aiolou St. – Athens

/ T: +30 210 32 32 368

600 m / OMONIA METRO LINE 1, 2

ACRO around

POLIS

Neighborhoods around Acropolis

MONASTIRAKI KOUKAKI

It was named after the Monastery of Pantanassa. The specific Monastery, losing its assets during the 19th century, was degraded. So, because it «shrinked», the area was called Monastiraki [Greek words ending in -aki denote the diminutive of a larger concept. In this case, Monastiri (Monastery) became Monastiraki]. The area has always been associated with the trade of old and used things.

PSIRI

During the Ottoman period, it was a densely populated neighborhood, full of crafts and workshops. The neoclassical houses of the area that are preserved to this day, have common characteristics: they are twostorey, with a balcony and an inner courtyard.

THISSIO

Thissio is defined between the Acropolis and the hill of Philopappos. It took its name from the Temple of Hephaestus, inside the ancient Agora, which prevailed to be called Thissio!

Koukaki owes its name to the factory owner Georgios Koukakis, who built his house at the corner of Dimitrakopoulos and Georgakis Olympiou streets. For many years, this was the only house in the area. Today, Koukaki also includes the Makrygianni district, very picturesque, since there are still neoclassical buildings and interwar apartment buildings. It was named so, as the house of general Ioannis Makrygiannis (warrior of the Greek revolution) was in today’s Athanasiou Diakou street.

PLAKA

Plaka is the oldest district of Athens. Just below the Sacred Rock and the Parthenon, it was the core of the city in many historical periods. In Plaka, there are «spots» of the entire Greek history, since you find ancient Greek temples, mosques, monasteries and churches. Here, Karagiozis flourished. Here you find the neighborhood of Anafiotika built by islanders. In Arios Pagos, Justice was born as an expression of Democracy, when Orestes in the «Eumenides» was judged innocent of the murder of Clytemnestra.

SMOKING BARRELS

At the beginning of Herakleidon Street, where the ancient wall of Athens used to be, you will find Smoking Barrels. Authentic bar that combines the vintage with the modern element, just like the neighborhood. Clean drinks, good cocktails and «dirty music», purely analog. What do we mean? The vinyls don’t just decorate the place but are an integral part of the bar. Τhe DJ selects records from the shelves and plays music on the record player.

/ 56 Herakleidon St. - Thissio

/ T: +30 210 34 28 862

/ Fb: Smoking Barrels

/ Ig: smokingbarrelsathens

500 m / THISSIO

METRO LINE 1

ALL DAY BAR RESTAURANT

EN AITHRIA ATHENS

A choice for special tastes, made from carefully selected ingredients that bring to your plate big bites from all over the world goes by the name of En Eithria. The all-day bar restaurant that offers a generous view of the city, serves beverages, twisted brunch and a menu that “travels” us among Italy, USA, Greece and Mexico. Specialty coffee and signature cocktails complete the enjoyment every moment of the day.

/ 13 Astingos St. - Monastiraki

/ Τ: +30 215 55 59 251

/ Fb: En Aithria Athens

/ Ig: en_aithria_athens

300 m / MONASTIRAKI

METRO LINE 1, 3

An entire city overlooking the Acropolis

The Acropolis for Athens and the Athenians is a frequent sight. A point of reference. A point that helps in orientation. An identity symbol. Of course, citizens are not impressed on a daily basis, precisely because of the frequency of sightings, but Acropolis still forms the center of the city. This tribute tries to give you a small picture of the atmosphere and the imprint of the Acropolis on the souls of the inhabitants.

The energy of space

Parthenon was built for the sake of goddess Athena, protector of the city and in fact during a period when Athens had reached its heyday. This fact states that the sanctity of site and the energy given by the believers of ancient religion to raise the stones cannot be erased no matter how many years pass. Beyond the religious concepts of time, Parthenon creates feelings of the absolute: absolute balance, harmony and beauty. The rock of Acropolis has been inhabited since 3000 BC. The aura of human history has been left in every stone and alley. It is no coincidence that those who tried to conquer Athens were afraid to «touch» the Parthenon, either out of fear or admiration.

The hangouts The inhabitants

As the reference point of entire city, Acropolis has become a hangout. By the term «hangout» we do not mean only the shops that adorn neighborhoods and streets. Yes, there are those that, respectful of the local architecture, add their own touch to the beauty of the landscape. Also, there are hangouts that have been created spontaneously by the citizens themselves. “Anafiotika” is filled with young groups, the so-called “rocks on the Acropolis” generously offer a view of the illuminated city, the road to the Observatory has been walked by thousands of couples, Dionysiou Areopagitou street filled with street musicians shows us another side of culture.

Everyone meets at Acropolis. It has always been the first choice of entertainment, the first choice of visitors who come from all over the world. But those who live or work daily in the area have incorporated the tranquility of the landscape. Below the Acropolis, the voices heard are voices of fun. Houses are enviable and full of life as locals still inhabit them. The Attic sun that beats on the marbles and generously gives its light, also illuminates the souls of those who walk under the Acropolis.

GREEK CUISINE & SPIRITS

PLATEIA

In a traditional Athenian district, you will find “Plateia” (means square!), a restaurant that stands out for the flavors, the quality and the good prices. “Plateia” offers Greek dishes, as Greek mums make. The menu changes depending on the seasonal and fresh ingredients found in the market.

/ 3 Deinoharous St. – Petralona

/ T: +30 210 34 20 705

/ Fb: Οινομαγειρειο η πλατεια

GRILL RESTAURANT

KOUNTOURIOTIKO

You can enjoy traditional, but also well-priced Greek food on a square, filled with lush vegetation, in one of the most popular neighborhoods of Athens.

Kountouriotiko is a local grill restaurant, first in food preferences of the Greek culture. The secret of its success lies in the fine raw materials. Try kebab made with beef and lamb, based on an oriental recipe, beef burger stuffed with feta cheese and its popular gyros.

/ 3 Square Kountouriotou & 11 Europis St. - Koukaki

/ T: +30 210 92 29 944

/ Fb + Ig: kountouriotiko

/ Wp: www.kountouriotiko.gr

700 m / SYNGROU-FIX

Famous writers wrote about the Acropolis and the Parthenon

Sigmund Freud | 1904

In the book Sigmund Freud: His Life and Work by Ernest Jones, this visit is analyzed: «More than twenty years later he said that the amber-colored columns of the Acropolis were the most beautiful things he had ever seen. As he stood there he had a strange psychological experience which he described many years later in a letter to Romain Rolland. It was a strange refusal to believe in the reality of what lay before his eyes […] Freud traced the origin of this sense of disbelief to the fact that in his poor childhood he would have found it improbable the idea of ever being able to visit such a wonderful place [...]»

Sigmund Freud was an Austrian physician, physiologist, psychiatrist and founder of psychoanalysis. Freud visited the Acropolis once. That visit had caused him a strange disorder which occupied him for some time afterwards.

Mark Twain | 1867

M. Twain arrived in Athens in 1867, as part of a trip to the Holy Land. He visited the Acropolis at night, sneaking out with four fellow travelers from the ship, which was in quarantine. From the book CanCans, Cats and Cities of Ash

“…The place seemed full of ghosts. I almost expected to see the Athenian heroes who lived twenty centuries ago burst out of the shadows and sneak into the temple they knew so well and cared for with so much pride… We walked carelessly and without a second thought to the ramparts of the Acropolis, which seemed floating to the voids, and we looked down – what a sight! What a wonderful sight! Athens under the moonlight!»

Samuel Langhorne Clemens, known mainly by the pen name Mark Twain, was an American writer. Among his best-known books are “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” and “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn”.

Virginia Woolf | 1906

Virginia Woolf (1906)

She visited Greece for the first time in September and October 1906. On this trip, her siblings contracted typhoid fever and her brother Toby died in London in November of the same year. From the book In the Land of the Moon, British Women Travelers in Greece:

“The poorest people in Athens -and they all seem poor- have the pleasant habit of going up here [on the Acropolis] in the evening, when they have finished their work, as we go to our parks. They sit around on the ancient marbles, chatting and knitting. But they don’t spoil the place, like us tourists apparently, but rather make it human and familiar.»

Virginia Woolf was a British novelist and essayist, considered a pioneering and innovative literary artist in the 20th century. During the interwar period he was an important figure in London literary society and a member of the Bloomsbury Group.

Hans Christian Andersen | 1841

On March 15, 1841, Hans Christian Andersen left Naples, Italy on the steamship “Leonidas” for Greece and the East. From the book A Journey to Greece

«While I was staying in Athens I was visiting the Acropolis every day, rain or shine. On a visit here I celebrated my birthday, here I read the letters from home. When the reckoning returns to Greece, on the Acropolis, it will rest. Here, in this place, it is as if nature and art are asking for rest in my heart. And I longed for nothing more than for all my loved ones to be able to experience this miracle with me.»

Hans Christian Andersen was a Danish writer of fairy tales. He also wrote short stories, dramas, but above all fairy tales. All of his works exude sweet melancholy, emotion and sincerity.

CUP, TAP & TAVERN

LOKALI

As its name suggests, Lokali hides exactly that urban vibe that a purely... local bar under the Acropolis needs. Strong points are its courtyard (since 11.00 a.m.) and terrace (opens 19.00 p.m03.00a.m.), but of course the menu too.

Mediterranean cuisine (the entire menu is available from 14.00 pm), a special cocktail list with classics and signatures (this year’s focusing is on the magic of gin) and a relaxed atmosphere make it an all-day choice for everyone.

/ 44 Sarri St. - Psiri

/ T: +30 690 61 03 005

/ Ig: tolokali

/ Wp: www.tolokali.gr

350 m / THISSIO

METRO LINE 1

ALL DAY CAFE BAR

VOILA

Pop aesthetics with a view of the Acropolis and delicious options that confirm the restaurant’s reputation among Athenians. Open from 11.00 am to 03.00 am, coffee, classic and signature cocktails await you, while you can choose something to eat such as pizza, spaghetti, burgers, salads, finger food. The ideal time to visit is of course sunset, while the background music and decoration take you back to the ’60s-’90s. Catch the ultimate Athenian vibe in Avissinias Square!

/ 3 Avissinias Sq. - Monastiraki

/ T: +30 697 65 90 904

/ Fb: Voila All Day Bar

/ Ig: voila_alldaybar

290 m / MONASTIRAKI

METRO LINE 1, 3

Disasters and hope

The most beautiful monument of the country has clearly experienced disasters. Since the Acropolis and the Parthenon are there...they have always witnessed every moment of the long-suffering Greek history. But, despite the dangers, it is still an emblem of Greece. Below are some moments in time, which were “engraved” on the marbles.

During the 3rd century AD, the Herouls (Germans, with roots from Scandinavia) invaded Athens and set fire to the Parthenon. Its interior was completely destroyed. It was repaired by Emperor Julian a century later.

At the end of the 5th century, Parthenon was turned into a church. During the Frankish reign, it became a Catholic church with a bell tower. In the platform, you can still see holes that the Franks had dug to play a traditional ball game.

In 1687 (Veneto-Turkish war) the Venetian admiral Morosini besieged the Acropolis, shelling it for four days from the hill of the Muses. A shell destroyed the Parthenon. Since then, it was deserted, until the Ottomans built a mosque again.

On October 14, 1852, a storm and two earthquakes hit Athens. Then, one column of the temple of Olympian Zeus collapsed. In addition, the mosque that the Ottomans had built on the Parthenon also fell. Many anti-Othonian Athenians spread the premonition that it was a sign from God against Bavarian rule.

In 1458, the Acropolis was occupied by the Ottomans and the Parthenon was turned into a mosque, with the name Ismaidi (House of Prayers) or Castle Mosque.

besieged by the Greeks during the Revolution. Then the Turks destroyed parts of the temple to take the lead from the links and

SUPER FOOD & COFFEE SHOP

AÇAÍ VERÃO

The famous Brazilian Açaí Bowls have finally arrived in Athens! Açaí Verão is a concept store inspired by Brazil’s rich nature and cheerful light-hearted people. Açaí, a small-dark-purple berry, straight from the Amazon rainforest, goes into a bowl creating a rich in flavor creamy sorbet meal that one can combine with many vegan or non-vegan toppings. A specialty coffee with your bowl? Why not! Get ready to dive into a delicious blend of cocoa aromas. Que legal!

/ 6 Falirou St. - Koukaki

/ Τ: +30 211 00 11 806

/ Ig: @acaiaveraogr

ALL DAY BISTRO

CAFE

SALUTE BISTRO

Locals and tourists mingle in this unpretentious and friendly environment. Salute opens its cute urban doors since morning with breakfast and brunch in oriental flavors and while the time passes we have a good time with wine, cocktails and delicious finger food options. Feel free to sit at a table or even to enjoy your drink on the sidewalk and let the jazz, groove, soul and funk music to wander you at summery Koukaki.

/ 19 Erehthiou St. - Koukaki

/ T: +30 210 92 32 042

/ Ig: salutebistroath

/ Fb: Salute Bistro

The walk around the Acropolis is one of the favorites of the Athenians, whether those who live in the center or those who live in the suburbs. Especially on weekends, the neighborhoods around the Acropolis are filled with visitors.

Couples on their first date always choose the Acropolis for a romantic urban walk. How many first kisses have taken place in Anafiotika, on the rocks or even in the Observatory?

The new Acropolis Museum is a mustsee after climbing the Parthenon.

Details for locals and visitors Nowadays… Once upon a time…

In the area of the Theater of Dionysos, it was - until the middle of the 19th century - where adulteresses were paraded: women were put upside down on a donkey and the children followed with disapproval.

Typical types of old Athens lived in Plaka. The most famous is the “barba-Yiannis Kanatas”. He was a real person and lived on Hypereidou Street. He went around Athens on a donkey, selling jugs. He disappeared mysteriously, causing an orgy of rumours.

On the eastern slope of the Acropolis, there was the sanctuary of Aglavros, dedicated to Aglavros, who fell from the Acropolis to save it from a siege. There, Athenian teenagers took an oath of patriotism as soon as they turned 18.

LIQUOR STORE

RESTO PUB NOMADS ATHENS

For those travelers who feel like «nomads of the world», this resto pub is what they need. A multi-level space for tasting beers from the taps, trying different cuisines of the world, and socializing on the comfortable tables and the large wooden bar. The music played also travels us around the world.

/ 135 Ermou St. - Thissio

/ T: +30 693 66 60 260

/ Fb: Nomads Athens

/ Ig: nomads_athens

ERMOU SPIRITS CAVA PITTARAS

In the busiest street of the heart of the historic center of Athens, Greek wines, as well as bio wines, beers from all over the world and traditional Greek spirits are gathered in a place that is open 7 days per week until late at night. Pick some of the premium beverages and the most unexpected labels under the shadow of the Parthenon temple.

/ 90 Ermou St. - Monastiraki

/ T: +30 210 32 29 999

/ Fb: Ermou Spirits Cava Pittaras

Trade Beverages

/ Ig: ermouspirits

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BAR

Tapfield is a literal fountain of beers, as its name reveals. Microbreweries from every corner of Greece meet up with craft beers from all over the world and they land on the designed wooden bar. Don’t miss the new release: Tapfield’s own beer!

/ 4 Navarchou Apostoli - Athens

/ T: +30 210 32 21 923

/ Fb: Tapfield

Landscaping around the Acropolis

Dimitris Pikionis: Despite the reactions of other architects of the time, he remained in history.

Source: www.architectural-review.com

Born in 1887, Pikionis trained as a civil engineer at Athens Polytechnic School between 1904 and 1908, before moving to Munich to study painting. After that he relocated to Paris for three years, continuing his studies in fine art. His only apprenticeship in architectural practice consisted of some months in the office of Jules-Léon Chifflot; Pikionis himself noted that he was largely self-taught. He returned to Athens in 1912, where his architectural career began. He started teaching in Athens Polytechnic School till 1958, when he was retired. Each of Pikionis’s buildings is an experiment in what constitutes a place: there is no simplistic borrowing of the ‘local vernacular’. There is always transposition, tension, and risk – an unsettling.

Pikionis completed the project for which he is now internationally celebrated: the landscaping around the Acropolis of Athens, encompassing the ancient Filopappou Hill. Pikionis was invited to join a commission overseeing improvements to the routes around the archaeological site in 1951 by Konstantinos Karamanlis. Writing to Karamanlis, Pikionis insisted that such a project demanded to be understood as a “work of art”; predetermined forms and prevailing architectural modes could not be directly applied. The utmost attention to detail would be required: in fact, he argued, the architect would have to belong to this work only.

Pikionis became responsible for positioning each and every stone of the paths over an area of 80,000m2. Aided by close collaborators, including former students, and with a workforce of up to ninety, he devoted years of direct supervision to the project’s realisation. In an extraordinary act, Pikionis assembled the paths out of found and salvaged materials: rocks from the site combined with ancient fragments, but also the remnants of

buildings, formed the landscape inherited by Athenians growing up in the 1980s and ’90s.

Here lies perhaps the greatest provocation of this work: Pikionis laid draining boards, pieces of pipe and fragments of pavement below the rock that ancient Athenians held sacred. These mundane items originated in the expansion of Athens led by architects from Germany and Denmark, pursuing their own idea of Greece, adding to the charge of Pikionis’s project: what Peter Smithson described as “a story meant to confuse time, not to consolidate it”.

In addition to the paths, the church of Agios Dimitrios, at the base of Filopappou, was wrapped in an elaborate incrustation of spolia – some found, some invented – and a timber portico, forming a loose courtyard with a timber propylon and café pavilion. The architecture’s ambivalent balancing of influences and times lends it a chimeric quality: it is impossible to say which

sleeping, or subconscious. Pikionis applied radial grids of sight lines and arcs which purported to explain the secret harmony of irregular, nonorthogonal ancient Greek planning. However, Pikionis’s drawings reveal a further ambivalence: most of the project is not determined on paper, only evoked. It is not primarily visual but topographic, a constellation of locales whose cumulative order unfolds incrementally through direct experience. On site, the pieces were placed in discussion with craftspeople, in a way that evokes the ancient notion of “Kairos” – the opportune moment, time understood not as a linear progression but instead as a kind of confluence.

Athens in eternity

From 1954 to 1957, Pikionis was to fix the image of Athens by giving it an identity based on its authentic identity. When Athenians and visitors think of the city, the image of Pikionis’ «walk» certainly comes to mind.

“A story meant to confuse time”

“Para thin’ alos” means by the sea. It is one of the newest arrivals in the neighborhood of Metaxourgio that promises to bring the taste of the ocean to your plate! The beautiful stone building with its cool courtyard awaits you to try fresh fish and seafood flavors.

TASIS

Tasis is an all-day-spot with a wide variety of breakfast choices, 100% organic coffee, delicious gelato, desserts and traditional Greek cuisine. It is no coincidence that for the last 18 years it has remained a constant value in the center of Athens. Τhe food preparing in the store’s kitchen, is always freshly cooked and the ingredients are carefully selected. A dish from Tasis will never disappoint you.

/ 7 Chiou St. - Metaxourgio

/ T: +30 2105243555

SYMPOSIO

A tasty and special choice awaits you in the center of Athens for sophisticated fusion recipes. The Symposio Resto Bar, with a name that directly refers to gathering and meeting, is located in the heart of the city and offers, in addition to a hearty menu made from first quality ingredients, coffee and cocktails for a break in your walk. Enjoy the Attic afternoons and nights at the outdoor tables.

/ 22 Apollonos St. - Plaka

/ T: +30 211 41 84 898

/ Fb: Symposio Resto Bar

/ Ig: symposiorestobar

RESTO BAR 500 m /

TRADITIONAN GREEK RESTAURANT

ANEFANI

THE AMBIENCE…

Traditional vibes and emphasis to the stony and wooden decoration details make up a restaurant that offers fresh hotpots inspired by the Greek culinary tradition. Enjoy your meal while listening to live Greek music by 7 o’clock every evening and get in touch with the local meaning of fest.

… & THE TASTES

Taste the traditional aspect of this modern fast-paced capital city. Located in the famous neighborhood of Anafiotika, Anefani welcomes you to a friendly place, where you can have a Greek version of brunch by the morning and of course lunch and dinner until late at night.

OUR TIP!

Share a wide variety of seafood with your company under the full moon, while it’s shining the light on Acropolis and fall in love with the great view of the terrace on the third floor.

/ 24 Mnisikleous St. - Athens

/ T: +30 210 32 22 809 +30 210 32 50 092

/ Ig: anefani.athens

500 m / MONASTIRAKI METRO LINE 1, 3

ESPRESSO GASTRO BAR

SNOB ATHENS

The cozy atmosphere is mixed with the cosmopolitan vibes calling us to get together in the green yard of the hotspot of Agias Eirinis Square. The hotel Snob Athens hosts the homonymous chic espresso gastro bar that wakes us up to the Greek tastes with a gourmet twist, always using the best of the best raw materials. Complete your gastronomic journey with choosing among the fine variety of Negroni.

/ 17 Agias Eirinis St. - Athens

/ T: +30 210 32 42 603

/ Fb: Snob Athens

/ Ig: snob.athens

/ Wp: www.snobathens.com

220 m / MONASTIRAKI

METRO LINE 1, 3

ALL DAY BAR

CIEL ATHENS

Hop on one of the highest rooftops of the Athenian center and gaze at the Acropolis and Lycabettus view in a tropical atmosphere full of boho elements. Fuel up your day by starting with homemade sweet pancakes accompanied with ice-cream or try pancakes with eggs if you’re keener on salty tastes. Ciel gives you more reasons to stay as tasty lunch and dinner are also served. Elevate your night with Ciel’s signature cocktail list.

/ 2 Mnisikleous St. - Athens

/ T.: +30 210 33 14 727

/ Wp: cielathens.gr

/ Fb: Ciel Athens

/ Ig: ciel_athens

300 m / MONASTIRAKI

METRO LINE 1

Athens from Above

A characteristic image of the city of Athens is that of Acropolis from above. We chose to show you a night shot. This photo was taken four years ago. Not much has changed. Parthenon is always illuminated at night, like a lighthouse at the entrance of the ports. Around its foothills, the whole city has been built. Starting from a temple that has existed for thousands of years in the same place, an unsurpassed city that balances between East and West, was created. Bright by day, mysterious by night, but always with its doors open to welcome and embrace all of us.

26 m / ACROPOLIS

METRO LINE 2

ALL DAY COFFEE BAR PAIR

Summer has started, and the PAIR team is waiting for you at the green yard with a renewed menu, vegan options, and a lot of appetite, for your breakfast and afternoon aperitivo in the city center. Tip: Accompany your coffee or cocktail with a refreshing avocado salad.

/ 6 Athanasiou Diakou St. - Athens

/ Τ.: +30 216 00 24 276

/ Fb: Pair acropoli

/ Ig: pair.acropoli

CONCEPT STORE

ĒRE ATHENS

ĒRE (the first three letters of Erechthiou Street where is located) is a space for the curious and the aesthetics aficionados. In ERE, you will find a hand-picked assortment that ranges from local products and artisan’s design work, to emerging international brands of homeware and personal items; all aiming to evoke and inspire an appreciation of exploration. In ERE, you will also find a carefully crafted menu of fresh pastries, boasting an array of flavors from Greece and around the world. For the fullest experience we suggest you pair the pastry with a coffee and casual chat.

/ 30 Erechthiou St. - Koukaki

/ T: +30 210 92 36 622

/ Ig: ere_athens

/ Fb: ERE athens

500 m / ACROPOLI

METRO LINE 2

COFFEE & BRUNCH EM CAFE

In the heart of Athens, in Koumoundourou Square, EmCafe is all you need to start your walk around the city. Good coffee, many breakfast and brunch options give the necessary boost of energy, while until 21.00 you can also try various soft drinks.

800 m / OMONOIA / METRO LINE 1, 2

m / MONASTIRAKI / METRO LINE 3

/ 5 Pl. Eleftherias St. - Psiri

/ T: +30 210 32 10 101

/ Fb: EmCafe

/ Ig:_emcafe

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IERA ODOS*: an ancient modern road

It is an ancient road which has not stopped being directly connected to the life of the Athenians for 2,500 years. People and the road move forward together!

Iera Odos is the oldest road in Greece and a well-known place of religious worship. For 2,500 years it remained the only national road that connected Athens with Northern Greece, Epirus, and the Peloponnese. The construction of the road with infrastructure and asphalt took place in 1927 and since then very little changes have taken place.

The ancient Iera Odos was 22 kilometers long and it also started from Kerameikos and specifically from the Holy Gate. In its largest part, it followed the course of today’s Iera Odos, crossing the area between Mount Aegaleo and Mount Poikilos, ending at the

Sanctuary of Demetra in Elefsina. Based on historical evidence, it is considered that the residents of Athens crossed this course for the first time during the Late Hellenic period (1600-1100 BC) to approach the settlement of Elefsina. Later, the ancient Iera Odos played an important role in the worship of the goddess Demetra on the site of Elefsis, which dates to around 11th century BC until it was officially established as an institution in the 8th century BC.

Today, it is a street where a lot of clubs and bars, theaters and art spaces, but also car repair shops and crafts are gathered making a strong commercial activity. In Iera Odos there is also the verdant Agricultural University with its gardens and farms.

AREAS ON EITHER SIDE: KERAMEIKOS, ELAIONAS, EGALEO, AG. VARVARA, HAIDARI

IERA ODOS STARTS FROM THE AREA OF KERAMEIKOS, SPECIFICALLY PANAGI TSALDARI STREET (KNOWN AS PIRAEUS STREET) AND ENDS AT ATHENS AVENUE IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD OF CHAIDARI

LENGTH TODAY: 7.8 KM

*Iera Odos means holly, sacred street.

SANDWICH & BURGER SHOP STREET HABIT

Traditional dishes are enwrapped in two slices of bread, so you can taste the Greek cuisine on the go! Handmade burgers and sandwiches, made with pure ingredients and inspired by the tastes of every Greek region, give a street-food character to the culinary tradition of Greece.

/ 41 Leonidou St. & MarathonosMetaxourgio

/ T: +30 211 42 44 293

BAR B327

Authentic bar that gives you after 21.00 the opportunity to experience the athenian nights as the locals lives them. Happy musical notes from all genres of music (you can also find themed nights) welcome you in an atmospheric, friendly bar – friendly and open to all.

/ 4 Sofroniou St. - Athens

/ T: +30 210 34 60 507

600 m / METAXOURGIO

/ Fb: Street Habit

/ Ig: streethabitspot

LUNCH, DINNER SPIRITS AND HOOKAH

ANATOLIAN LOUNGE-HOOKAHOLIC

Oriental and modern touches are mixed with the background of urban scenery. Open since morning to enjoy your coffee, lunch or dinner with special flavors and first quality ingredients, while the list of wines and cocktails is fully updated. Of course, the “star” is the favorite habit of hookah. The people of Hookaholic know how to offer it and keep it fresh, while the flavor choices make the difference among other stores of this kind.

/ 33 Evmolpidon St. - Kerameikos

/ T: +30 210 34 64 222

250 m / KERAMEIKOS / METRO LINE 3

/ 47 Ag. Dimitriou Av. - Agios Dimitrios

/ T: +30 210 97 00 386

450 m / DAPHNI / METRO LINE 2

/ Fb: Anatolian Lounge

/ Ig: anatolian.lounge

200 m / KERAMEIKOS METRO LINE 3

/ Fb: B327

/ Ig: b327_bar

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Gazi (which in English means «gas») owes its name to the Gas Light Factory, which was founded in 1857 by a French company and started its operation in 1862. In the period 1890-1920 the factory was expanded to cover both the lighting of the city and the domestic or industrial use; a fact connected with the holding of the Olympic Games of 1896. The gradual abandonment of gas as a means of lighting, led the factory to decline. So in 1983 its operation stopped. It was classified as an important industrial monument.

Before named Gazi, the area formed at the end of the 19th century on the west side of the Gas Light Factory and between Piraeus and Konstantinoupoleos Streets, was called Gazohori (in English the exact translation is Gas village). It was a degraded working-class neighborhood with slums and difficult living conditions. In the early 20th century, brick houses were built to house the factory workers.

VOTANIKOS

The Agricultural University, located in Votanikos, preserves what remains of the famous ancient olive tree, the so-called «of Pericles» or «of Plato», which was originally located on Iera Odos. Many years ago, coachmen drove the foreign visitors to see this olive tree as a sightseeing. In the 1970s or 1980s, a truck or bus (opinions differ) ran over the tree and destroyed it, and that’s why it was moved to the Agricultural University.

The EVGA factory, located in Votanikos, was founded in 1934 and was the first dairy industry in Greece. In 1936, the factory released ice-cream cones, sticks and cups in Athens. It is worth mentioning that the ice-cream stick is a Greek patent.

GREEK RESTAURANT

TO AVGO TOU KOKORA

“To Avgo tou Kokora”, which means the egg of the rooster, is an authentic Greek restaurant, born in 1982 in one of the most famous neighborhoods of Athens. Unique dishes accompanied with great drinks compose a traditional Greek meal. Either you visit it for lunch or for dinner, this old-fashioned restaurant, decorated with portraits of famous Greeks, will travel you to a historical and tasteful Athenian past, from 12 p.m. until 1 a.m.

/ 25 Millerou & Leonidou St. - Metaxourgio

/ T: +30 210 5249 750 / +30 217 70 50 103

/ Fb: toaugotoukokkora

/ Ig: to_avgo_tou_kokkora

/ Wp: www.toavgotoukokkora.gr

564 m / METAXOURGIO

METRO LINE 2

ALL DAY BAR-EATERY

TA KANARIA

If you want to meet the first meze bar that opened in the neighborhood of Kerameikos you must visit Kanaria that maintain the simple style of the traditional kafeneio. At this beautiful corner you can get a taste of the neighborhood combined with urban Athenian characteristics and its traditional high-quality meze and raki that offered from morning to night. The relaxed and outgoing mood will compensate you.

/ 88 Kerameikou & Plataion St. - Kerameikos

/ T: +30 210 34 25 166

/ Fb: Τα Κανάρια (Ta Kanaria)

/ Ig: ta_kanaria

700 m / KERAMEIKOS

METRO LINE 1, 3

explore ATHENS KERAMEIKOS METAXOURGHIO

The name Metaxourgio prevailed from the middle of the 19th century, due to the Silk Factory that was established there in 1854, at the junction of today’s Millerou and Megalou Alexandrou Streets.

The archaeological site of Kerameikos, from which the area took its name, owed in turn its name to the pottery workshops that were located on the banks of the Iridanos (ancient river of Athens), or, according to a legend, to the hero Keramos, son of ancient god Dionysus and Ariadne, and patron of potters.

Metaxourgio was famous for its nightly serenades, but it also played a leading role in the Athenian carnival, which started from here. Nowadays, the carnival of Metaxourgio is still famous, gathering crowds of people on the streets of the area every February.

Metaxourgio was also known for its coffeehouses (kafenia), especially identified with political confrontations, a familiar situation for Greece until today.

ALL DAY CAFE

BAR

SAORSA

“Saorsa” means “liberty” in Scottish Gaelic and this word perfectly fits the energy of this hidden courtyard of an old Athenian house. In this cool spot you can enjoy a wide variety of classic and signature cocktails, long drinks, aperitivos and special varieties of Greek wines from the updated wine list. Combine your drink with brunch and snacks to complete the Saorsa experience!

/ 2 Giatrakou St. - Metaxourgio

/ T: +30 210 52 35 960

/ Ig: saorsaathens

/ Fb: Saorsa Athens

/ Wp: saorsa.gr

500 m / METAXOURGIO

METRO LINE 2

BEER BAR

CACHOU

Authentic beer bar in the heart of Athens that combines the urban charm of the Athenian courtyard with Greek hospitality. Cachou has a wide variety of beer labels, which you can enjoy with with bites from varieties of meat or vegetables. Off course, in the menu you will find cocktails and other drinks. Every Thursday and Friday enjoy Greek notes in the courtyard, while every Saturday the tempo rises with live Cuban music.

/ 20 Sfaktirias St. - Kerameikos

/ T: +30 216 90 07 025

/ Fb: Cachou

/ Ig: cachou.athens

700 m/ KERAMEIKOS

METRO LINE 2

LOCKERS’ 5 TIPS FOR THE BEST HOLIDAYS IN ATHENS

#1 The people

#2 Money, money

The Athenians are very friendly and communicative. But there are always the astute ones. When using public transport, when you are walking on busy roads or in narrow streets at night, take care of your personal belongings. Most businesses, like us, give you the ability to pay by card. But since Athenians are quite used to dealing with cash, it’s a good idea to always have some with you.

#3 Uphill and Downhill

Athens has many “ups” and “downs”, as well as long routes. To enjoy your ride, you can leave all heavy items in the Lockers and pick them up at the end of it or when you go to the suburbs.

#4 Speeders

#5 Secrets of Athens

It’s a good idea not to leave expensive items on tables during lunch or dinner, as someone speeding by, might steal them. Be careful in this case too. Discover even the most hidden corners of Athens because they are the most beautiful. Online, you will find many local guides who organize walks or guided tours of special places and even in English. In any case, ask a local who will surely be happy to give you tips on the city’s most secret walks.

Automated Luggage Storage

This is the first fully automated luggage storage service in downtown Athens. The use of our service is very simple. Your luggage is protected and insured, our opening hours cover your needs, and our locker sizes are ideal for suitcases of any size. Carry only your memories, not your luggage!

Alfavito Αlphabet

LIGHT and refreshing just like the summer vibes.

Main ingredient of the Greek salad. We’re talking about the cucumber. Try to peel it and eat it in the Greek way, only with some vinegar and salt on it. The agkouri loves the warmness of Greece, so you can find it grown even in the garden of a Greek house. Tip: Use the phrase “You are such an agkouri”, to tell someone that he’s gawky.

a

baglamas

greek music instrument

b

GREEK music instrument that dates to the 18th century, during the Turkish occupation of the Greek state. It looks like a small bouzouki, so the players could hide it easily, since it was forbidden during the Turkish occupation and the dictatorship of 1967 until 1974 in Greece. Baglamas is mainly played in rebetiko folk music. You can also say “He is such a baglamas” to describe a foolish person.

BREWERY SHOP

ANASTASIOU BREWERY

THE BEER STORY

Beer is one of the most outgoing drinks. People clink their beer mugs together and chitchat goes crazy. However, beer had been a bit misunderstood in Greece, as it was treated like a soft drink. Mr Fotis Anastasiou put the beer in the centre of his attention and decided to set up a small beer workshop in the northern suburbs of Athens. One of the few Greek microbreweries and the unique brewery in Athens was born.

THE SETTLEMENT

Fresh, tasty beer is made with love and passion in the backyard of the Anastasiou brewery shop, so we can taste homemade Greek beer directly after the production. Next to the Anastasiou brewery shop, its “sibling”beer bar, called The Local Pub, invites you to take a taste of all the new beer recipes. Cheers!

/ 25 Chaimanta St. - Chalandri

/ T: 694 08 64 443

/ Ig: anastasiou_brewery

900 m / CHALANDRI

METRO LINE 3

ADVERB used to describe the chill mood you want to have to pass a relaxing day.

Part of the Greek mentality, being relaxed describes the attitude in Greece, especially during the summer, when the hot weather doesn’t let us be over productive. You can use this adverb when you meet someone, like “Do you want to grab a coffee chalara?”. That means you’ll stay at the café drinking and chatting at least for 3 hours!

cd chalara

THE MODERN

drachma was the currency of the independent Greek state first introduced in 1832 by the Greek king Otto and was replaced by the euro (€) in 2001. However, drachmi used to be the ancient Greek currency unit issued in many Greek city states during a period of ten centuries, dating back to the Archaic period. Drachmi is etymologically connected to dram; a unit for measuring the weight.

drachma

COFFEE MAKERS & BAKERS

FIXERS

Fixers are the ones who fix your mood and your day! Starting with a cup of fresh aromatic coffee, paired with handmade sweet and salty snacks and desserts. Brunch follows for refuel and aperitivo, paired with street food and delicious pinsa, for relaxing until late evening. Feel the whole experience at Fixers, where you can enjoy the open microbakery at the mezzanine. Follow they Serial Fixers and Feed your Feelings!

/ 2 Vriaxidos St. - Pagrati

/ T: +30 213 08 88 696

/ Fb: Fixers Coffee

/ Ig: fixerscoffee

HEALTHY CHOICES

KATSIKA BOSTANIC GOURMET

Katsika (goat) loves to explore nature and to wander, searching for food... so Katsika Bostanic Gourmet is inspired from it! Selecting fresh and top-quality ingredients, Katsika Bostanic Gourmet prepares nutritious, indulging and delicious meals, for those who take care about their nutrition and their well-being. Choose your favorite meal among super bowls, salads, healthy combos & wraps, eat slow and enjoy every taste, because you deserve it. Connect with your food, connect with your own self.

Proud slow eaters - We chew noisily!

/ Ig: katsika_bostanic

/ Fb: Katsika Bostanic Gourmet

/ Wp: katsikabostanicgourmet.gr

3 DELIVERY & PICK UP SPOTS

/ Pagrati T: +30 213 09 97 151

/ Marousi T: +30 210 61 05 478

/ Neo Iraklio T: +30 210 28 25 215

IN GREECE we use the same word to refer to olive and olive tree. A wellknown tree in the Mediterranean region that is widely cultivated and consists one of the core ingredients of the Mediterranean cuisine. Elia was considered sacred and holy in the ancient Greek

eelia

olive

filotimo

THE MOST difficult to translate, sophisticated and truly mysterious word in the Greek language. Filotimo, literally translated into “love of honor”, is claimed to be impossible to be translated sufficiently as it describes a complex array of virtues. Although the word was used in a bad sense in early writings, later uses develop the word in a more noble sense. The word filotimo is used extensively in Hellenistic period literature.

(no sufficient translation)

TAVERN, BEER BAR TO TRIKYKLO

Tricyclo is a cafe-tavern-beer bar located in a beautiful 1931’s renovated two-floor stone building. Tables at the courtyard and on the pedestrian street complete the spirit of the urban summer. The menu consists of authentic Greek and Mediterranean recipes, processed with creativity. All Greek spirits served are well selected! Outside of the tourist area of the center of Athens, but very close to it by foot.

500 m / SYNGROY-FIX METRO LINE 2

WINE RESTAURANT

/ 1 Th. Geometrou & 34 Pytheou St. - Neos Kosmos

/ T: +30 210 9232384 / Wp: totrikyklo.gr/en/

/ Fb: totrikyklo / Ig: totrikyklo

OINOPOLEION

“Oinopoleion” literally means the place which sells wine and it’ s one of the oldest wine-restaurants in the area dating back to 1928. At Oinopoleion you will enjoy Greek regional cuisine and excellent wine from their privately owned vineyards and Athenian winery established in 1908 (Markou Vineyard’s). Find the verdant backyard and taste sesame crusted feta with honey and traditional ravioli filled with anthotiro cheese in rosemary infused tomato sauce.

/ 12Α Aischilou St. - Psiri

/ T: +30 213 00 81 461

/ Fb: Oinopoleion

/ Wp: oinopoleio.gr

350 m / MONASTIRAKI METRO LINE 3

TO KAFENEIO

In this traditional restaurant you can take a tour to the flavours of every Greek region. Local tastes from all over Greece and high-quality bottled wines meet in this historical place, housed in a more than 400 years old building and been today a hotspot for the locals.

/ 1 Epicharmou St. - Plaka

/ T: +30 210 32 46 916

/ Ig: to_kafeneio_plaka

/ Wp: www.tokafeneio.gr/en

GREEK CUISINE

IF YOU ARE

a good-looking male walking around the street or the beach and you hear “What a gomenos!” then you must know that someone is flirting with you. The storyline: A hairspray from Argentina called “gomina” was introduced to Greece in 1935. The brand’s name comes from “gomma”, the aromatic gum used in cosmetics. The name of this hairspray, which was preferred by actors and actresses, evolved from “gomina” to “gomenos” used for men and “gomena” used to describe a beautiful, loveable woman.

good-looking male

harmolipi

joyful sorrow

gh gomenos

A COMPOUND word made up of the word “hara” which means joy, and “lipi”, which means sorrow. It is as difficult to verbalize it in one single word, as it is difficult to describe exactly this emotion itself. We could explain it as a joyful sorrow, or by telling “feeling sappy” (sad and happy). Harmolipi not only eases the sad memories, but brings softness, so that a person gains more wisdom and becomes more sensible.

PIZZERIA

MOZZART PIZZA

The art of Italian pizza can be found in this place: a dough that matures for 36 hours at least, pizzas baked at 400 degrees Celsius for 1.5 minute and all of these made of high quality materials. In Mozzart, you can order either a whole pizza or individual pieces, especially for those who want to try more than one pizza recipe.

/ 1 Chrisospiliotissis St.- Athens

/ T: +30 210 32 14 183

/ Fb: Mozzart Pizza

400 m/ PANEPISTIMIO METRO LINE 2

DELI-SANDWICHES

SPACE HAM

Spaceham is a delicatessen sandwich store with local attitude, although it is in the center of Athens. Cultures are mixed in delicious and hearty sandwiches filled with special Italian and European cold meats, with a variety of sausages, and high-quality ingredients – all sauces are homemade. With over 20 options in sandwich combinations, you won’t know which one to choose first. In addition, you can buy from the store the ingredients you liked most to take your favorite spaceham flavors back to your hometown!

/ 22 Miltiadou St. - Monastiraki

/ T: +30 210 32 41 333

/ Ig: spacehamofficial

/ TikTok: SPACE HAM

450 m / MONASTIRAKI

METRO LINE 1, 3

THE BIG flying insect, known as cicada, fills the air with its longlasting song every summer. The jijiki is referred in Greek mythology in the legend of Tithonus, the prince of Troy. Eos, the goddess of the dawn, fell in love with Tithonus, so she asked Zeus to make her lover immortal. However, she forgot to ask for eternal youth, so Tithonus grew older and withered. The other Greek gods were pity of him, so they transformed him into a wrinkled insect that talks incessantly, the cicada.

cicada

depicted as a young man with a solar crown, driving a chariot into the sky.

GREEK RESTAURANT ALEXANDER THE GREAT

Alexander the Great Restaurant offers Greek traditional cuisine. The menu is based on specialties of Greek gastronomy with authentic recipes made by quality materials. The knowledge of Greek cuisine makes up their rich and delicious menu: mouthwatering dishes, from juicy roasts and stews of the day, to stuffed cabbage leaves, mousaka, etc.

/ 3 Megalou Alexandrou St. - Athens

/ T: +30 2105203909

RESTAURANT RADIOURGIES

In one of the most beautiful districts of Athens, Radiourgies combine tradition with creativity. Both on the ground floor and on the beautiful terrace, you can enjoy liver with balsamic vinegar, chicken from Metsovo, as well as ethnic dishes accompanied by excellent spirits and friendly atmosphere.

/ 33 Koilis St. – Petralona

/ T: 211 01 21 426

/ METAXOURGIO

GREEK CUISINE

/ Fb: Alexander the Great Restaurant - Μέγας Αλέξανδρος

/ Ig: alexanderthegreatathens

NOSTIMIES TIS MAIRIS

On the beautiful square of Aghios Georgios in Kipseli, you won’t be able to help but smell the lovely meals cooked in the kitchen of Nostimies tis Mairis. Authentic Mediterranean and Greek cuisine will please your palate. That’s why Athenians choose this place again and again either for lunch or dinner. Take a glance at the display window before choosing your meal! We know it’s hard to choose!

/ 2-4 Idras St. – Kipseli

/ T: +30 210 82 13 136

/ Fb: OiNostimiesTesMaires

850 m / VICTORIA

/ Fb: radiourgies

/ Ig: radiourgies

GREEK

roof tile

usual element of traditional Greek houses, especially in the countryside. You can usually see the orangey-brown roof tiles in the mainland of Greece. Tiles are considered a Greek invention, as the Greeks used to use thin and slightly curved ceramic plates on their roofs. The first tiles for covering roofs date back to the 3rd millennium BC and were discovered in the pre-Hellenic “House of Tiles” on the north-eastern coast of the Peloponnese.

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hill

AS YOU CAN see

there are a lot of hills in Athens. They are historically significant landmarks, as they used to be places of residence, fortifications, centers of worship, lands for crops or even quarries. Standing out from the flat Athenian city, the hills of Athens are destinations, where you can escape into the green landscape and look over the largest city of Greece, without having to go far from the city center.

RESTAURANT

GIA DES

In Patisia, an old neighborhood of Athens that preserves its own identity, you can find the restaurant «Gia Des». There, chef Yiannis Karypidis brings to our table his own recipes inspired by Mediterranean and international cuisine. Refined flavors, first-quality raw materials, creativity in presentation and the famous Greek hospitality bring to our meal the… frugal luxury we need!

/ 65 Halepa St. - Patisia

/ T: +30 211 21 40 158

/ Ig: gia_des

900 m / ANO PATISSIA

METRO LINE 1

MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT

KIVELI

Kiveli is the first choice of Athenians to taste a meal made up of Greek and Mediterranean recipes. So if you want to live your days in Athens like the locals, choose this particular restaurant. Deliciousness, excellent quality raw materials and an atmosphere that will surely make you feel the essence of Greek and Athenian hospitality. There are also many vegetarian options as befits a Mediterranean diet.

/ 15 Eptanisou St. - 11257, Kipseli

/ T: +30 210 82 19 406

/ Fb: Κυβέλη

/ Ig: kyveli_kypseli

900 m / VICTORIA

METRO LINE 1

IT’S DIFFICULT to translate “mpougatsa” in a single English word. It is a cream pie made with phyllo pastry and usually containing semolina custard, but also sometimes cheese or mincemeat. History claims that ancients Greeks used to make pies with every kind of filing. As time went by, mpougatsa stayed popular in Constantinoupolis and Smyrna. After the destruction of Smyrna and the exchange of the Greek-Turkish population, mpougatsa became extremely popular in north Greece and especially in Thessaloniki.

Nostalgia

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DO YOU FEEL

happy but also slightly sad when you think about things that happened in the past?

Now you know that this feeling has etymologically Greek roots. Nostalgia was initially used to describe the anxieties displayed by those who were fighting away from home. Specifically, it’s a Greek compound word, consisting of the Homeric word “nostos”, meaning homecoming, and “algos”, meaning sorrow or despair. Described as melancholy, the sense of nostalgia became an important trope in Romanticism.

GREEK TAVERN

ROZALIA

On the beautiful pedestrian street of Exarchia, this tavern is a famous choice among the Athenians. Rozalia invites you to get in touch with the traditional Greek cuisine. So, it’s about time to taste the plates that characterize our tradition. Your tasty choices include home-cooked made dishes, fish, seafood, appetizers, but also a wide range of Greek wines that will satisfy your sensations.

/ 59 Valtetsiou St. - Exarchia

/ T: +30 210 38 02 725

/ Ig: tavernarozalia

/ Fb: Ροζαλια-Rozalia

/ Wp: rozalia.gr

850 m / OMONIA

METRO LINE 1,2

TAVERNA

MAHAIRITSA

«Mahairitsa» means the knife that butchers use to cut meat, but in a smaller size. In this tavern in Varvakeios Marketplace you can enjoy traditional Greek dishes, grilled meats that come directly from the butchery located opposite taverna and fresh fish from the fish shops of the Marketplace too. Locals and tourists mingle at Mahairitsa to enjoy the famous house wine from Kalamata. Every Friday and Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon, live Greek folk music will complete your experience.

/ 2 Armodiou St. (inside Varvakeios Marketplace) - Monastiraki

/ Τ: +30 21 0 33 12 352

/ Ig: tavernamaxairitsa

/ Fb: @maxairitsa

600 m / MONASTIRAKI

METRO LINE 1, 3

THE NATIONAL drink of Greece. It can be drunk with ice cubes, but experts recommend using cold water instead. Try to bring the glass of ouzo to your nose and then taste it to feel the aromatic complexity. Ouzo can be accompanied by a classic Greek meze appetizer, but also you can drink it without food. Whatever you choose, ouzo gathers the aromas of Greek summer in a single glass!

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THE LONG outdoor seat or more simply the bench. You can find it in parks and squares. Pagkaki can be made with metal or wood, usually painted green, so that it reminds us of the green nature. In some neighborhoods you can find some locals (especially the old ones) sitting and playing backgammon or other board games on it. Take a rest and if you feel comfortable lie on the pagkaki while staring at the sky.

BAR GROTESQUE THE BAR

An inspiring space awaits you in the neighborhood of Exarchia. At Grotesque you can enjoy homemade signature cocktails made from fresh fruits, and premium drinks from its updated menu. To complete your 80’s experience find the basement with the billiards and darts and “show us your moves” with rock n roll, disco and funk music!

/ 182 Maxromihali St. - Exarchia

/ T: +30 210 64 62 340

/ Fb: Grotesque_the_bar

/ Ig: grotesque_the_bar

/ Wp: grotesquethebar.gr

BRUNCH / COCKTAIL BAR

PISMO

Pismo (name inspired by the famous Californian beach) brings a strong summer mood to the neighborhood of Kipseli. Delicious coffee and mouthwatering brunch make Pismo one of a kind. The menu is full of options for lunch or dinner too, such as club sandwiches, tortillas, mini burgers and pizzas. The signature cocktails become the protagonists of the Athenian nights. Keep in mind that you can taste them on the go – Plus you can order through apps such as Wolt and e-food.

/ 13 Eptanisou St. - Kipseli

/ T: +30 210 82 38 082

/ Fb: Pismo cocktail bar

/ Ig: the_pismobar

800 m / VICTORIA

ALL DAY BAR

SOUSOU

“Come for gossip, stay for drinks”: With this motto, Sousou invites all of us at its vibrant place, only a breath away from the Panathenaic Stadium. Enjoy coffee by 9 a.m. and aperitif or cocktail until late at night. Must-try the signature Madame Sousou cocktail!

/ 12 Eratosthenous St. - Pagrati

/ Fb: sousou.alldaybar

/ Ig: sousou_alldaybar

OFTEN USED

as a food or liquid storage container, keeps a long story through the time, as it was used since the antiquity. Qiupi was used to store oil, grains, flour, fruit, and other products in large quantities in the storerooms of the houses or in the cellars of the monasteries, but also in the fields. Today they are mainly used as decorative features in gardens and yards, as they are replaced by plastic and metal containers.

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Greek rice pudding

THERE is not a single word to describe this thick and creamy treat. It’s a Greek rice pudding that gets its name from two main ingredients: rice (rizi) and milk (gala). Rizogalo is said to have been extremely popular with Greeks during the Turkish occupation, but others insist that it arrived in Greece with the National Revolution of 1821 along with other sweets of French origin. Enjoy rizogalo with some cinnamon on top!

ALL DAY BAR RESTAURANT THIS IS LOCO

From 8.30 a.m. to 11.30 p.m. you can taste breakfast, brunch and dinner choices inspired by the flavors from the culinary culture of Latin America. The reason why Athenians love this place lies in the quality of the ingredients and the fact that everything is handmade. This is loco is also famous for its specialty coffee and the signature cocktails.

/ 47 Falirou St. - Koukaki

/ T: +30 210 92 45 654

/ Ig: thisisloco_athens

/ Fb: This is Loco

/ Wp: www.thisisloco.gr

ITALIAN STREET FOOD

Piadina Lumbro looks like a Neo-style Italian tavern that brings authentic Italian food to Athens. All the ingredients come directly from Italian suppliers, while the authentic Napoli pizza can only be found here. From 8:00 it operates as a caffe/piadineria and from 13:00 it offers delivery, takeaway & sit-in.

/ 15 Omirou St. - Kolonaki

/ T: +30 2103646805

/ Fb: Piadina Lumbro – Italian Street Food

/ Ig: @piadina_lumbro

ETHNIC

LA CANTINA

Enjoy a variety of ethnic flavors at this small self-service restaurant. Whether you prefer take-away or to take a seat at the beautiful La Cantina’s corner, you can taste delicious wraps and full meal with main dishes, salads and appetizers that will make your day or night. Be sure you try the cool Gazpacho and continue your walk in the beautiful neighborhood of Exarchia!

/ 24 Zoodochou Pigis St. - Exarchia

/ T: +30 21 0381 0542

/ Fb: Lacantina street food

/ Ig: lacantina.gr

/ Wp: lacantinastreetfood.gr

650 m / OMONIA

METRO LINE 1, 2

CUISINE

PIADINA LUMBRO

650 m/ SYNTAGMA METRO LINE 2,3

150 m / SYNGROY-FIX METRO LINE 2

A GREEK origin

dance choreographed for the famous film “Zorba the Greek”. Sirtaki is an amalgamation of three different traditional forms of Greek dances: the Cretan dance “syrtos”, the slower “hasapiko” dance style and the faster “hasaposerviko” style. If you attend a fest while being in Athens, watch the others dancing sirtaki and then try to mix with them! Follow the slow and then the fast rhythms of the sirtaki dance!

tsikna

barbeque smell & smoke greek dance

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WE

COULD

translate tsikna as the barbeque smell. However, a lot of stories and meanings are hidden behind this smell that increases our appetite. In ancient Greece, tsikna meant the smoke and the smell from the meat sacrifices, which was made in a ritual way. Homer also describes the meaning of tsikna as a plea to the gods. Today we usually refer to tsikna every time we gather around the barbeque to have a lot of souvlaki!

ALL DAY COFFEE COCKTAIL BAR

ARBARORIZA

THE PLACE

Standing out for the friendly atmosphere and its funky, colorful decoration, full of different mix & match spots, Arbaroriza invites us by 10 am until late at night to have our brunch, lunch, and dinner or just a drink and enjoy spirits, beers and cocktails created with Greek traditional spirits like ouzo and raki. Relax either inside or outside on the square, in a cozy place with hipster vibes, overwhelmed by vibrating soundtracks.

THE BRUNCH IDEA

Although the concept of Arbaroriza’s brunch arrived directly from the UK, after a friend’s long stay for studies, Arbaroriza managed to include some tasty Greek details to the brunch, called Greeklish Breakfast. Croque Madame is also our favorite choice, especially when it’s accompanied by the must-try American Cheesecake with cherries marmalade.

/ 10 Plastira Square - Pagrati

/ T: +30 210 70 19 530

/ Fb: Αρbarόριζα

/ Ig: arbaroriza_athens

1 km / EVANGELISMOS

METRO LINE 3

MAYBE this word reminds you of “Uranus”, the seventh planet from the Sun. However, uranos means sky and in Greek mythology you can see it written either “Uranus” or “Ouranos”, as it was the personification of the sky and one of the Greek primordial gods. Now we know that uranos isn’t a god, but we always admire its pure blue color, especially during the summer.

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A HISTORICAL TERM

, known in English as Vlach, was used from the Middle Ages until the Modern Era to designate the groups who lived in the Balkans and were speaking the Balkan Romance languages. Vlachs were usually sheep farmers, and they were famous for their cheese and meat products. As time passes, the meaning of vlachos also evolves, so that today we use this term to refer pejoratively to someone who hasn’t classy manners, like he comes from a village far away from the modern society!

RESTAURANT KROUSKAS

The Krouskas restaurant has been operating for many years in the same place and is consistently chosen by the Athenians. Authentic Greek cuisine reminiscent of a traditional Greek family table. Keep in mind that menu changes every day, so everything is fresh!

/ 88 Aristotelous St. - Victoria Square

/ T: +30 210 82 31 465

/ Fb: Εστιατόριο «Κρούσκας»«Krouskas» Greek Traditional Restaurant

KLIMATARIA

The name of this historic tavern reveals its Greek identity. “Klimataria” means “arbor” in Greek, a plant fully connected with the route of the Greek history through the time. From midday until 2 a.m. we choose this traditional restaurant and we enjoy Greek plates with a modern touch. Meet at the backyard after 9 p.m. rebetiko (Greek urban folk music) live music show which will offer you an authentic experience of old Athens!

/ 2 Theatrou Sq. – Athens

/ T: +30 2103216629

/ Fb: Klimataria

/ Wp: www.klimataria.gr

400 m/ PANEPISTIMIO

Kypselaki is an alternative Greek café and its name is inspired by the beautiful neighborhood of Kipseli in which it is located. The tables on the wide sidewalk is an ideal urban spot to enjoy coffee, nibbles, beers and delicious Greek distillates such as raki and tsipouro.

/ 2 Ithakis St. – Kipseli

/ T: +30 210 88 31 248

/ Fb: Kypselaki

/ Ig: kypselaki__

GREEK TAVERNA

GREEK CAFE ΄ KYPSELAKI NEOKAFENIO

four-wheeled motorcycle

YOU CAN call “wourouna” the adult female pig, but we know you’ll never use this word to call a sow that you may see in Greece! However, it’s a useful word to know, as “wourouna” is also called the quad bike, the four-wheeled motorcycle. You can see a wourouna in most Greek islands, but it’s rare to happen on a wourouna in the city-centre.

DO YOU know how to get rid of the evil eye? In Greece it’s greatly believed that if someone admires you a lot for something, you’ll maybe have a headache later because he was jealous of you. Do you think to take a pill for your headache? You don’t need to! Xematiasma is here to help you! Take a cup of water and spill a couple of olive oil drops in it. Then you tell the xematiasma prayer and the headache is gone!

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“undoing of the evil eye”

LOOK AT THEM! THEY ARE SIBLINGS!

KICK ATHENS ASPIRES TO MAKE KIPSELI EXOTIC AGAIN!

A quiet space, where you can sit to read or work while you’re enjoying your coffee with a snack. A concept store, where you can find clothes, accessories, albums, and fanzines. A hub that hosts different projects, as it functions as an artist incubator. Don’t get confused! We’re not talking about three different places! We’re talking about Kick Athens!

THE SMELL OF FRESHLY BAKES GOODS MAKES YOUR MOUTH WATER! Flake Athens is the proud sibling of Kick Athens. It opened its doors in March and since then it has never stopped waking, baking, and flaking! In this micro bakery, we can find high quality bread and savory or sweet brunch options, that we can also taste in Kick Athens, just across the pedestrian area.

The dedication to the finest raw materials that follow the season changes, as well as to the wide variety of tastes, so that all dietary restrictions can be served, make Flake Athens and Kick Athens as well, be the top destinations for coffee, snacks and relax!

KICK ATHENS

/ 26 Sporadon St. - Kipseli

/ T: +30 211 11 90 369

/ Fb: Kick / Ig: kick.athens

FLAKE ATHENS

/ 24 Sporadon St. - Kipseli / Ig: flake.athens

1,1 km / VICTORIA

METRO LINE 1

THE MOST

common term to call your grandmother in Greek. Maybe you have already heard it in the movie “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” and you can be sure that this figure of yaya is exactly what a Greek grandma is. Always caring for her grandchildren and ready to cook a ton of food for them, yaya plays a significant role in the Greek family. She helps with the household and takes care of the children while the parents are working.

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similar words accentuated in a different syllable: z΄aria and zari΄a. Greeks’ favorite table game is backgammon, and you can see people of all ages play it in cafés or even on benches! Before throwing the z΄aria (the dice), you can blow your hand while holding the dice for good luck. Now there are more chances to win the game! Try a strong throw (zari΄a) but look after not to bounce off the side of the table!

TAPROOM / BEER BAR

TAP 27

A new arrival in the city brings the Greek brewery in first place. Located in number 27 of a busy street of Athens, Tap 27 offers beer that gushes out of the 12 taps mounted on the metal wall. Don’t miss to taste Mustaki Nomad Brewing and Alea Brewing made by its own. Except for beer, you will also find classic drinks of special labels; ask for the interesting whiskey options and selected wine.

/ 27 Eratosthenous St. - Pagrati

/ T: +30 210 75 16 849

/ Fb: Tap 27

/ Ig: tap27_athens

1,3 km / SYNTAGMA

METRO LINE 2,3

PIZZERIA

SINNERS PIZZA

ARGUABLY THE NAUGHTIEST PIZZA IN TOWN

If you’re looking to explore the tantalizing street food scene in Athens, keep reading. Sinners Pizza is devoted to indulging in life’s most exquisite delights. Let loose, be naughty and visit us to revel your guilty pleasures with the most sinfully delicious pizza. Crafted using the freshest, finest ingredients, homemade sauces, delivering the naughtiest flavors you’ll ever desire.

/ 8 Fokionos St. - Syntagma

/ Polikandrioti - Mikonos 846 00

/ T: +30 211 75 07 554

/ Ig: @sinners.pizza

550 m / SYNTAGMA

METRO LINE 2,3

One of your strongest summer experiences in Athens

Inspired by elements of the earth and the sea, the recent renovated Castus is recognized as one of the most beautiful beach resorts of the Athenian Riviera. Stone, wood, and exclusively earth tones dominate and, all together, reveal an environment that relaxes our mind and body. Located on an idyllic coast with wonderful sunsets, Castus Beach reminds us of a Greek island. Poufs and sunbeds, but also tents made with natural materials and fabrics, offer comfort and tranquility. Afro, punk, soul, and punk disco house music, as well as DJ nights, complete the unique atmosphere. Don’t miss to choose among the wide variety of drinks and food for every hour of the day – all handmade with fresh ingredients! Castus stays open until late at night, and in some days, it operates 24 hours a day. In two words… your experience!

Sensory experience day and night

Located in front of Alykes of Anavyssos, that provided a steady supply of salt in the beginning of the 20th century, we have created our very own Alopigia (artificial reservoirs for salt collection) by the seaside for your enjoyment. In our space, purposefully designed to offer you the best experience, you can sit in an alopigio and sip on a wide assortment of carefully curated premium drinks and cocktails, as well as all other alcoholic and non-alcoholic summer drinks of your choice, accompanied by our delicious cuisine. Under the perfect blend of house, electronic and lounge rhythms, you can relax and experience the incomparable combination of the sandy charming beach and the picturesque, soft, and golden sunset.

Greek Slang*

*Or how to surreally swear in Greek

If using obscene words isn’t your casual style of expression, then you must reconsider, as Greeks are acclimatized to vulgarism. Don’t worry that someone will gravely get offended, most of the expressions below are just for kicks-and-giggles!

malakopίtouras

We’re sure that you’ve already heard the word “malákas” and that’s not always an insult. In our slang language “malákas” is often used among friends. However, “malakopίtouras” is a compound word formed by joining “malákas” and “pitouro” (which means bran!), used for a person that is a very big assh*le. Expression: “Ma ti malakopίtouras pou einai aftos re” that means “What an asshole he is!”.

pa�rta

A phrase that is either an insult or a joke, depending on its context. So, it is used as a joke between friends, but it’s an insult if you don’t know the person to whom you refer. It is usually accompanied by a gesture: we use one or two hands with the fingers wide open, so that the others can see our palm. This gesture is called “mountza” and we’re really used to it!

sahlama�ra

The origin of this word is divisive. Perhaps it comes from a Turkish word that meant “soft, flabby”, or from the Greek adjective “sahlos”, which also means soft and is used when referring to meat. Such kinds of meats were probably of an unreliable quality, as the word “sahlamára” is today used for every type of nonsense or whatever you don’t like!

mas ta� kanes tsourekia

Expression used when someone irritates and bothers us with what he does or what he says. Tsourekia are literally sweet bread made usually in Easter. Just as the tsoureki dough expands after being baked in the oven, so do our nerves (always figuratively speaking!) when someone bothers us.

kavladίzo

A new verb for flirting that can be used for a not serious first meeting, just some small talk that could end up to a hot night! To be accurate, “kavla”, the noun that forms this verb, means “hard-on”.

tha travίxo ta mallia� mou

Literally translated as: “I’ll tear my own hair out”. Expression that shows anger and despair over an affair far less important, but serious enough to cause our strong feelings.

pίso gorίlla

Using the adverb “piso” we mean “step back”. Gorilla is exactly what you read: the large ape. An expression intending to thwart any person or situation that is aggressively directed against us, like a gorilla could do!

brooklys

When the first Greek immigrants returned in the early 1900s from America to Greece, they were wealthy and well-dressed in contrast to the poor natives. They were usually called Brooklynites because they came from Brooklyn. Since then, the term prevailed to characterize anyone ostentatiously well-dressed in a way that shouts “I have money”.

HANDMADE JEWELLERY

PRIGIPO

WHERE PASSION FOR JEWELRY MEETS CREATIVE EXPRESSION AND ETHICAL VALUES.

Influenced by the Art Deco and Memphis design movement, PRIGIPO’s creations are characterized by Athenian urban aesthetics, while the inspiration for the designs comes from everyday life. PRIGIPO artists’ favorite materials are silver and gold-plated silver, while the “fine” collection consists of gold 14K & 18K and precious stones. Unique pieces that highlight personality and beauty are made in the workshop in the center of Athens, giving their own touch to the urban scene.

/ 34 Kolokotroni St. - Athens

/ T: +30 213 025 3687

/ Fb: Prigipo

/ Ig: @prigipo

/ Wp: en.prigipo.com

500 m / MONASTIRAKI

METRO LINE 1, 3

The most annoying types...

of Greeks

The “krachtis”

< from the greek verb krazo: to shout = barker, person employed to solicit customers by calling out to passers by

A high pitched voice and a lifelong tendency for exaggeration are the distinctive qualities of this breed of urban persona. Whether you meet them at their professional capacity in front of a tavern or you make their acquaintance by chance, you will immediately recognize their characteristic manner of speaking: a lot of adjectives combined with a lot of false information, built on cheap marketing techniques from the 80s. They can convince you that anything, from their favorite local café to some miraculous vitamins for hair loss is the solution to your lifelong existential struggle. Worst of all, they tend to advertise themselves with the same passion of a retired car dealer. Take their words with a grain of salt and pretend it’s part of the audiovisual background.

The “Hellen”

(Ancient Greek: Έλλην, Hellēn, «bright») was the progenitor of the Hellenes (Έλληνες). His name is also another name for Greek.

This is usually a type of Greek that doesn’t speak foreign languages very well, but praises himself on his knowledge and devotion to all the aspects of the greek tradition. In a few words, he can describe centuries of greek history, proving without a doubt how greeks invented anything known on our planet, including space travels and chinese dumplings. According to him, his beloved country is cheated and mistreated by everyone, including politicians, immigrants, non-christians and small domestic animals. However, his beliefs can come from his deep patriotic consciousness. Skip his chatter, so you can get some useful information about the best hidden spots to visit, only known to locals.

This is the sticky type. Sticky in terms of auxiliary devices for commemorating the same smiling version of themselves in front of different backgrounds. Even when not armed with sticks, they are still dangerous. They perceive the world through the lens of a camera and their worst nightmare is running out of battery. They don’t live, they document the life around them. Unfortunately, most of the time they miss the most juicy details of real life, because they are slightly out of focus. Take care: these individuals rarely notice physical obstacles and moving objects, so be gentle and cautious. Lastly, don’t forget to photobomb their selfies at every chance. At least, that way they will have some real life snapshots on their pictures.

The pedant

That’s the type of knowledgeable traveler you encounter in front of every long and obscure historical note in the museum. They have done their research and know how everything SHOULD work. If the timetable of the archeological sites is slightly different from what is written in the tour guide, they make a point out of demonstrating it to every single person in their immediate reach. If by chance they weren’t able to visit every single landmark on their five-page list, the whole trip wouldn’t worth it. These scholarly fellows are good for getting precious historic data, so shadow them while sightseeing and then just wander off to live some real-life experiences.

You may be on vacation, but never forget those who work...

We would like to remind you that you may be enjoying your vacation, but there are also people working hard to make this vacation enjoyable. To understand how hard, there are workers who work without days off, 7 days a week, 12 or 14 hours a day, without being paid as they should be. Why? It’s hard to explain in a few lines, but as you may hear the work situation in Greece is not ideal. Therefore, fatigue and poorly paid work, combined with sun and heat, you can imagine what effects bring to the worker’s mood and body.

For everyone’s enjoyment, we suggest keeping the following in mind:

You don’t need to be impatient. Everyone will be served.

Don’t feel that because you’re paying, you must get what you ask for right away. All the others pay too.

Flirting is fine, but there should be a limit.

The tip should always be given and should be proportional to the bill.

It is not the waiter’s fault if the order is late.

All the menus are in English, so there is no need to hear the dishes orally.

Be objective in store’s social media reviews.

If a mistake is made, it is not the end of the world. It will be fixed.

If you are the last customer, hurry up. There is no need for the employees to extend their working hours.

In general, kindness never hurt anyone. On the contrary, it's often life saving.

DEAR VISITORS, WELCOME.

WE HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR STAY IN ATHENS – AND IN GREECE IN GENERAL IF YOU’RE JUST MAKING A STOPOVER BEFORE THE ISLANDS OR OTHER CITIES IN THE COUNTRY.

Activities

on the road

A CITY IS NOT ONLY THE CROWDED PLACES OR THE ONES WE CALL “TOURISTIC” OR THE “MUST SEE” PLACES. A CITY IS ALSO CHARACTERIZED BY THE ACTIVITIES IT OFFERS, UNIQUE AND FITTING TO ITS IDENTITY. THEREFORE, IF YOU FIND YOURSELF IN ATHENS, YOU CAN ENJOY THE STREET ART ON THE URBAN WALLS WITH YOUR VESPA, BICYCLE OR ELECTRIC SCOOTER AND JUST BEFORE NIGHT FALLS UNDER THE ACROPOLIS, LIVE AS IF YOU WERE IN A HORROR MOVIE. ARE YOU CONFUSED? READ BELOW AND YOU WILL UNDERSTAND.

Athens Hall of Horrors

Welcomes you to HELLas, don’t forget to scream!

Athens Hall of Horrors has opened its doors and invites you to a unique and terrifying live scare attraction experience in Athens, Greece… A must see and experience in our city! The brand-new haunted house attraction delivers a realistic house of horror combining live scare-actors, animatronics, lighting, sound, and scent effects to create an immersive narrative-driven experience of 20-minutes, over three floors. The only attraction of its kind in Greece, Athens Hall of Horrors is an experience that you won’t forget! Tickets are available at the box office or from the website www.athenshallofhorrors.gr Do you dare to check in?

The story takes place in Hellaton Hall Hotel – a fictional hotel where a libertine Venetian Count has set his murder house. After selling his soul to a demon, he is now immortal – but must provide sacrifice to his Master in order to ensure his immortality prevails.

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Awesome Athens Experiences

If you want to explore Athens as if you were a local, then the street art tours organized by Kalliopi and Thomas are exactly what you need. Living for years in the center of Athens and collaborating with Athenian and international street artists in many other projects and events, they invite us to chill with these artistic walks in the center of the city in its most hidden and non-touristic places. Street art is an integral part of the tours and gives its own information about city life.

Street art tour

TO BOOK YOUR PLACE ON THE BEST STREET ART TOUR OF ATHENS VISIT THEIR WEBSITE.

The whole process can be described as an experience since you will learn to walk and move with the steps the locals do and you will notice details that you will hardly find in a tourist guide. The real Athens is here and is waiting for you to experience it.

Athens is full of graffitiwhether they come from teenagers and adults who love to wander in the city with a spray can in hand and paint walls, or from professional muralists who take on larger murals! In any case, graffiti is a staple of the city and you’ll find it everywhere.

Like any other city, Athens has -except for tourist spots- streets, alleys, corners and places that are worth getting to know if you want to have a real experience of the city you visited. Keep your eyes and ears open to go back to your country with as many memories as you can.

Escaping from the inner city

YES, ATHENS HAS MANY THINGS TO DISCOVER, FROM THE MOST FAMOUS TO THE MOST BIZARRE. THIS DOES NOT MEAN, HOWEVER, THAT YOU CANNOT ALSO GET TO KNOW THE FAVORITE NEARBY ESCAPES OF THE ATHENIANS, JUST ONE TO TWO HOURS BY CAR FROM THE CITY CENTER OR BY SHIP FROM THE PORT OF PIREUS.

Lavrio

Within the prefecture of Attica and less than 10 minutes away from Temple of Poseidon in Sounio, Lavrio is a coastal place with a rich history and numerous archaeological sites. You reach Lavrio via the main coastal road of Athens, Poseidonos Avenue (as you drive towards Lavrio, the name changes). Lavrio is known for its mining history, which starts already from classical antiquity and reaches up to the 20th century. The remaining factory buildings and machinery make the entire town an open-air industrial museum. What is worth visiting are the cafés of the fish market, which are in the building complex of the market of Lavrio and offer excellent fish dishes.

The Mineralogical Museum and the Ceramics Museum are also two destinations not to be missed. And of course, Lavreotiki coast is full of beaches and coves that look like an island and are waiting for you to cool off!

Nafplion

Athens is the capital of Greece, while Nafplio is the capital of the prefecture of Argolis and once the capital of the entire state. A seaside, historic and beautiful city, it has been offered as a getaway for Athenians for years now. A walk in the old town of Nafplio is like a journey into the modern history of Greece. Syntagma Square is surrounded by historical buildings: the Trianon, the building of the Archaeological Museum and the National Bank, built in the interwar period, the first Parliament of the Greeks, the church of Agios Spyridon, outside of which I. Kapodistrias was murdered in 1831, and opposite the city’s only hammam. The squares and the mansions –of beautiful aesthetics and architecture – also give their own vibe to the city.

Agistri Island

Agistri (means fishhook) is a pine-covered island of Greece, specifically of the Argosaronic gulf, which belongs to the prefecture of Attica. The island has a daily ferry connection with the port of Piraeus. The duration of the trip by ferry is 1.5 hours and with the «Flying Dolphin» 55 minutes. There are many beautiful beaches on the island (Dragonera and Aponisos are standing out). For those who love hiking, Agistri is ideal for walking too. Although no archaeological excavations have been carried out, on the west coast of the island there are antiquities and remains of a prehistoric settlement submerged in the sea.

Dragonera is a crystalclear beach in Agistri that combines pebbles and forest. At the beach bar, you will find choices for food, handmade unique cocktails, lounge music and a more party mood on Saturdays. If you want to isolate, you can discover the small peaceful creeks too. Relax enjoying the best sunset of Argosaronicos!

CAFE-RESTAURANT

ROLOI

Built in 1880, ROLOI has been established as the hot spot of Lavrio. A place where you can taste the traditional Mediterranean cuisine, while wandering the speedboats in the marina of Lavrio. You can try either a burger for your brunch, or seafood after a long walk by the sea. Sit comfortable and get lost in the variety of the greek menu!

/ Papandreou coast - Lavrio, 19500

/ T: +30 2292 028188

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/ Agistri 180 10

/ Fb: Dragonera Agistri-Sunset Coast / Ig: dragonera_agistri_s.c

BEACH BAR DRAGONERA

Traditional Tavern Metaxou

Experience the greek hospitality and flavors like nowhere else

The name “Metaxou”

Dina Metaxou was the name of the old owner of the building, when it was still a grocery store. So, the current owners decided, as a tribute to her, to name their tavern with her surname.

The place

In a stone-built building of the Interwar period, with the “mystical” hall in earthy colors, the verdant yard and the century-old mulberry tree in its center, as well as the beautiful pedestrian street, Metaxou offers an experience that combines the atmosphere of old Athens with modern urban details.

The music

Every night and on Sunday afternoon at Metaxou you will wander around many different musical paths with a different group each day. Folk, rebetika and traditional music meet in the courtyard and fill your heart with Greek sounds. Every Wednesday you can also enjoy “kantada” (Greek lovesongs like serenades) that will add a romantic dimension to your night.

The cuisine

At Metaxou you can make a cool midday stop from your walk in Athens to enjoy traditional, well-cooked dishes and pies. Do it like the locals by pairing your food with the house wine that suits you. In addition to the à la carte menu, there are also daily specials; don’t hesitate to ask the staff for information and recommendations.

10 Pithodorou St. – Athens

Τ: +30 21 0522 9290

Ig: metaxouathens

650 m / Metaxourgio

METRO LINE 2

The friendly staff and the musicians are creating a special atmosphere, out of the typical touristic circuit.

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The street side of Athens

Put your backpack on and take a hat to protect yourself from the strong sun. Now, you are ready to explore the athenian street culture. Starting from Syntagma square, you’ll find people of all ages sitting on the steps enjoying their preferred cannabis products –always legally available in selected stores!– while listening to music. Then, walking all the way down to Ermou street, you’ll find yourself in Thissio, where you can experience the emerging skateboard trend of Athens.

CANNABIS SHOP VOLCANO

The most legal way to get high in Greece. Find products like gummies, vapes and flowers for good memories and «bad trips». All of them in the center of Athens… Have a try and have fun!

/ 1A Athinaidos St. - Monastiraki

/ T: +30 698 590 0663

/ Ig: volcano_cannabis_shop_athens

/ Fb: Volcano Cannabis Shop and Hookah-shisha

/ Wp: volcano.com.gr

SKATEBOARDING STUFF AND MORE CRUDE SKATESHOP

An updated shop for those who love the skate lifestyle. At Crude Skateshop you will find everything you want for your skate (wheels, decks, trucks), but also apparel, footwear and accessories such as cups, socks, bags and belts. Polar, Magenta, American Socks, Butter Goods and New Balance are some of the brands that will provide you with the best quality materials and designs.

/ 51 Solonos St. - Athens

/ Τ: +30 210 3623604

/ Ig: crude_shop

/ Fb: Crude Skateshop

/ Wp: en.crudeshop.gr/skate

HANDMADE JEWELRY ODDS & ENDS JEWELRY

Odds and Ends brings you unusually bold, ready-to-wear silver jewelry designed for the fearless. Using the ancient artisanal technique of wax carving and silversmithing, we make your everyday stand out. Stop by the atelier and explore silver pieces ranging from minimalist to extravagant.

/ 102 Dimitrakopoulou St. - Koukaki

/ T: +30 695 59 62 913

UPCYCLED URBAN BAGS 3QUARTERS

Are you familiar with the concept of upcycling? If not, you must visit 3QUARTERS, an innovative circular fashion brand. Their waterproof bags and accessories are made from deadstock awning fabrics (commonly used in Athens’ balconies) and mirror the city itself. Utilitarian, handcrafted and one-of-a-kind products that are fully sustainable and repairable.

/ 19 Ag. Dimitriou St. - Psiri

/ T: +30 211 18 32 3 11

/ Wp: https://3quarters.design/

500 m / SYNGROU-FIX

/ Fb: Odds & Ends Jewelry

/ Ig: odds8endsjewelry

/ Ig: @3quarters.design

/ Fb: 3QUARTERS

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When discovery meets shopping

Keep in mind to make some space in your suitcase, as a lot of shops flourish in the neighborhoods of the city center. Fulfill your materialistic tendencies and bejewel yourself with hand-crafted stuff! Except for the busy Ermou street and the famous flea market of Monastiraki, Acropolis and Koukaki are also suitable for non-stop shopping within a walking distance between them. If you find yourself in the National Archaeological Museum, take the chance to walk up Patission Avenue since it’s one of the busiest shopping-spots for the Athenians.

CONCEPT STORE

λ10 CONCEPT STORE ΑΘENS

Searching for boutique shopping at affordable prices in Aθens? Your fondest memories of the city will be enhanced by the λ10 Collections of dreamy summer outfits, accessories, souvenirs, and home deco, all Greek tradition-inspired representing the ancient Greek kalos*. (*beauty)

/ 10 λebesi St. Makrigianni - Acropolis

/ T: +30 210 92 38 024

/ E: lamda10concept@gmail.com

/ Fb & Ig: lamda_10

CLOTHES & ACCESSORIES

Fashion is a means to express our personality. Based on this, the “Silyra” boutique, for 35 years, prioritizes the quality of clothes and materials. Petrina, the soul of the store, has the solution so that you can discover and highlight your own personal style.

/ 184 Patision St. - Kipseli

/ T: +30 210 86 24 587

/ Fb: Silyra

/ Ig: @silyra_boutique

ART, JEWELRY, GIFTS ARTELIO

If you want to take a piece of Greece for you or your beloved, Artelio is the best place to visit. Handmade creations, from jewelry to pottery and paintings, all made by Greek creators, will complete your Greek experience in the best way.

/ 63 Veikou St. - Koukaki

/ T: +30 694 476 2158

/ Fb: Artelio

/ Ig: artelioart

/ Wp: artelio.art

HATS HAT SHOP CHRYSAFOUDI

A destination for hat lovers is in Kolonaki and offers hats for every season, made by European crafters. Elevate your personal style with timeless genuine Panama hats as well as handmade urban chic headpieces made of linen, cotton and cool wool. Protect yourself in style on your urban adventures and vacations.

/ 29 Akadimias St. - Kolonaki

/ T: +30 211 41 77 808

/ E: info@hat-shop.gr

/ Ig: hatshopgr

Keep it environmentally friendly!

One of the best ways to discover any place is on foot. Just a pair of comfy sneakers, a thermal mug with cold water to stay hydrated and you are good to go!

But in case walking is not your favorite way of moving around, we got you! You can keep exploring and shopping in Athens, always eco friendly, on an e-bike or scooter by GoGo Electric. You can also grab the chance to go on an organized bike tour in the historical center of Athens or around the Athenian Riviera, even on a food tour where you can taste traditional greek flavors and cuisine! Just check www.gogoelectric.gr for more info!

ORGANIC CANNABIS STORE BIO REWILD

Recognizing the beneficial properties of cannabis and with the necessary scientific knowledge, Bio Rewild proposes the benefits of nature for humans, over chemicals. Discover care products, edible, cold and hot decoctions based on CBD and other cannabinoids. Don’t forget to check the wide variety of oils with soothing and healing properties! Let us help you to find the product that suits you.

/ 7 Anapafseos St.- 11636, Mets

/ T: +30 211 41 38 212

/ Fb: @Biorewild

/ Ig: @biorewild

ECO ATTITUDE PRODUCTS

YOKI brought its ecological consciousness to the beautiful neighborhood of Kipseli. In the physical store as well as in e-shop you will find a wide variety of items that will beautify your coffee experience with their design, such as reusable colorful cups, thermos bottles and portable espresso machines. If you are an Airbnb administrator, another yoki-eco-aesthetic addition awaits you with the wooden stand for Nespresso pods.

/ 7 Kefalinias St. - Kipseli

/ T: +30 215 21 56 626

/ Fb: Yoki

/ Ig: yoki_eco

/ Wp: yoki.gr

FASHION, DESIGN & MORE

CHERRY MUSE

Have you ever imagined a kind of fashion that inspires urban girls and doggies? This is exactly what the Greek brand CHERRY MUSE is! The illustrator and designer Marianna Kelali designs special patterns for clothes in urban girly style as well as swimwear, but also useful accessories for dogs. In her colorful spot you will also find bags, posters, ceramics, hats and socks. So follow the cherry and become the Muse of… yourself!

/ 24 Agias Zonis St. - Kipseli

/ T: +30 694 715 5705

/ Ig: cherrymuse_wear

/ Fb: Cherry Muse

/ Wp: cherrymuse.com

1,2 km / VICTORIA METRO

700 m / EVANGELISMOS METRO LINE 3

500 m / AKROPOLI METRO LINE 2

Your Shopping List Classified

Check below the places you’ve already been:

Ermou Street

Leading from Syntagma Square to Monastiraki, you’ll find here a variety of labels for every purse.

Tip: Ermou street is almost always overcrowded, while on Fridays and Saturdays it gets even busier.

Monastiraki Flea Market & Avissinias Square

A wide range of cheap shops selling all kind of staff, such as handmade leather shoes, clothes, furniture, jewelry, CDs, or traditional instruments, is offered here.

Tip: Go early on Sunday! Even if you don’t buy anything, it’s interesting to get a taste of Greek everyday life.

BEAUTY SALON

MODERN JEWELRY & OBJECT ONE TOOL THREE

Three jewelry designers merge into one creative power. One Τool Τhree embraces handmade jewelry and proposes modern pieces, as well as woman accessories and handmade toys for children. Look for your name’s monogram inspired by the Greek sign language alphabet and let the others get impressed!

/ 28 Phalirou St. - Koukaki

/ T: +30 213 04 47 374

/ Wp: www.onetoolthree.gr

/ Fb: One Tool Three - ΚοινΣΕπ

/ Ig: @onetoolthree

CHIC AND BEAUTY MED SPA

Welcome to the leading beauty center of the western suburbs of Athens. Your favorite face treatments, such as deep cleansing and oxygen therapy, will let your skin breathe. Take care of your body trying a fully relaxing massage and don’t neglect your nails; manicure and pedicure services will please you. As summer demands bare skin, don’t miss your bio waxing or a three-wavelength laser after a toning body treatment!

/ 17-19 Vas. Alexandrou & 1 Kolokotroni St. – Peristeri

/ T: +30 210 57 77 457

/ Wp: https://chicandbeauty.gr/

/ Fb: Chic And Beauty Med Spa

/ Ig: chic.and.beauty.med.spa

270 m / AGIOS ANTONIOS

METRO LINE 2

HANDMADE JEWELRY & GIFT SHOP

As strolling around the narrow streets of Plaka, grab the chance to bump into some silver and gold jewelry with semiprecious stones, handmade by Greek designers. Fishbone design also proposes accessories, bags, glasses, and painted hats of special aesthetics to complete your look. Don’t forget to say «FREE ATHENS» to get 10% off!

/ 31 Apollonos St. - Plaka

/ T: +30 211 11 57 922

/ Wp: www.fishbonedesign.gr

/ Fb: Fishbone Design

/ Ig: fishbone_design

FISHBONE DESIGN

550 m / SYNTAGMA METRO LINE 2, 3

190 m / SYNGROU-FIX METRO LINE 2

Your Shopping List Classified

Kolonaki

A breath away from Syntagma, in an aristocratic district of Athens, there is a favorite neighborhood for brunch, coffee, food, or drink, where you can spoil yourself with luxury shopping of some of the internationally renowned brands, as well as high-end Greek designers’ brands.

Exarcheia

Next to Kolonaki, the rebellious and edgy energy of Exarcheia is reflected on the vintage stores of this neighborhood. Secondhand kimonos, ‘80s anoraks, jeans, trousers, dresses, and Hawaiian shirts, even handmade Greek sunglasses, are only some of the stuff you’ll find at excellent prices.

Tip: Combine these two neighborhoods in the same day and notice how the luxury lifestyle of Kolonaki gives its place to the alternative vibes of Exarcheia.

NUTS-DRY FRUIT-SPICES-HERBS & MORE

TERRA FRESH

Terra Fresh is exactly what you need both for your summer stay in Athens and to take with you the best delicious memories as leaving Greece. High quality traditional products such as nuts, spices, olives, herbs, fruits, olive oil, wine, the famous Greek red saffron and mastic from Chios Island, delicious traditional sweets and a wide variety of spirits are just some of the excellent quality Greek products you will find on the shelves of the most delicious downtown’s grocery store. Your trip to Greece can be extended with your favorite food-souvenirs that you can take back with you to your country. So, if you want to taste authentic Greek flavors directly from the producers find one of the four Terra Fresh spots in the city and enjoy the colors and the smells.

Highlight! At 12 Athinas Street store you can get excellent quality’s traditional Greek ingredients for your daily diet at any time of the day during your stay in Greece.

/ 19 Sofokleous St. - Monastiraki

/ 12 & 32 Athinas St. - Monastiraki

/ 7 Avramiotou St. - Monastiraki

/ T: +30 210 92 47 636

/ Fb: Terra Fresh Shop

/ Ig: terra_fresh_athens

Snacking Greek delicacies

The best way to immerse yourself in the Greek culture is by tasting some traditional dishes. Scents get confused with colors, so the trip to the Greek flavors begins. Start the day with freshly baked delicacies, before tasting some traditional Greek products of small producers that come from every region of Greece and arrive in the athenian delicatessens. What to try: handmade cheese & spinach pies, dairy products (especially graviera cheese), honey, pasta (ask for chylopites!), cold meat, wine…

GLUTEN FREE BAKERY ASTERISQUE*

There’s no need to ask if the sandwich you want to buy is gluten-free when you enter Astérisque*. The very first gluten-free bakery in Athens offers fresh-baked bread, cakes, and a wide variety of sweet and savory treats, not only for those who don’t tolerate gluten. Why for all? Because everything you’ll find here is extra tasty!

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GREEK DELI PRODUCTS

MALOTIRA

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/ Ig: asterisquethebakery

DELICATESSEN GUSTO DI GRECIA

A wide variety of dairy products and cold meat bring the scents of the Greek countryside on your plate. Pasta and Cretan honey drive your palate to a gastronomic pursuit all over Greece. Must-try the traditional handmade pies coming directly from Volos.

/ 16 Pindarou St. - Kolonaki

/ T: +30 210 36 26 809

/ Fb: Gusto di Grecia

/ Ig: gusto_di_grecia_

Malotira specializes in carefully sourced extra virgin olive oil. Most of the olive oils that reach the shelves are limited editions and internationally awarded. You can book your own personalized olive oil tasting experience led by professional olive oil sommeliers. Get culinary inspiration by learning how to choose, what to look for and how to pair your olive oil while taking a sensory journey around Greece. You can also find a selection of other products like honey, balsamic vinegar and natural cosmetics.

/ 30 Apollonos St. - Plaka

/ T: +30 210 32 46 008

/ Fb: Malotira Deli

/ Ig: @malotiradeli

/ Wp: https://www.malotira.gr

Volta [vol.ta], noun = Stroll, walk

Greeks use this word all the time, either they go for a walk or they just plain “out”. Cross the central avenues and admire the pretty lilac-colored flowers of the jacaranda trees that line the streets. Follow Dionysiou Areopagitou Street to climb the Areopagus hill, known as "Vrahakia", which means small rocks. Located just a few steps away from the entrance of Acropolis, is a great spot to take a break and see the incredible panoramic view before heading to other attractions.

AELIA BIO

The beneficial properties of Greek nature and healthy gastronomy in a grocery store A grocery store specialized in healthy food choices with a dining area is located in Koukaki to accompany you with fresh diet options. Aelia’s philosophy is “We are what we eat”. Based on this principle, all products are selected with specific criteria, by small Greek producers. They are organic, friendly to the environment, processed as little as possible, to preserve their natural beneficial properties. At Aelia you can fill your basket to create your own recipes, but you can also taste breakfast or lunch combinations from their own kitchen. Aelia also covers a wide range of special dietary needs, either out of necessity or by choice. Keep your habits even on vacation!

/ 100 Falirou St. - Koukaki / T: +30 216 93 92 329

/ Ig: @aeliaorganic

/ Fb: Aelia Bio

ORGANIC FOOD MARKET & COFFEE SHOP

We present you a full table in “Kiveli” with the favorite dishes from the menu.

Greek flavors

Are you ready?

Popeye & Swee’Pea Salad

Spinach, arugula, lettuce, red cabbage, cherry tomatoes, beetroot, chicken, parmezan and carob honey vinaigrette; this salad is the perfect choice to start your meal!

Cold Dish

Split peas with onions and black sesame, eggplant salad, spicy feta cheese dip with red pepper are some of the favorite cold «ointments» that adorn every Greek table. Choose which one to try, although in this case we would say... all of them!

The hot appetizer of the city

There is no Athenian who does not order deep fried zucchini with feta cheese served with yoghurt sauce in “Kiveli”; four bites of deliciousness on our table!

Fried Dish

Chicken fried with three colored peppers is a tasty traditional dish that comes hot. PS. Put the bread in the sauce!

From the grill

Grilled beef burger served with fried or mashed potatoes is one of the most popular dishes. Pure ingredients and careful cooking make the dish one of the tastiest on the menu.

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For vegetarians

Orzo with vegetables that combines ingredients from Greek nature and a Mediterranean way of cooking in the frying pan.

Every day, «Kiveli» awaits us with the best mood for unique traditional moments, with many gastronomic touches. Don’t forget to ask about the dishes of the day, which bring a different recipe to our table every day.