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Sailing down the Athens Riviera, swimming in the most beautiful waters, lunching on-board whilst parked in a tranquil bay off the Athenian shoreline and viewing an hour-long spectacular sunset. Did I mention this was still in Athens? Two of the greatest pleasures this city has to offer is that it is a coastal town and...
Like many European cities, Athens gives itself a month off in August and while some restaurants and boutiques shut down, travellers can still discover the city and its sites, with less traffic and crowds. Here’s a snapshot of what to do in Athens for the August city explorer. August full moon On the 7th August...
The Acropolis Museum hold events to enhance visitors experiences of the museum including complimentary* guided tours every Friday evening at 6:00pm (in English) led by an archaeologist who shares fascinating insights about the exhibits. Until 31st August. Duration: 60 minutes *Free with the price of normal admission Why Athens Tips: Limited to 40 visitors per...
The Greek National Opera (GNO) presents an opera gala on 14th September at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus to honour the memory of the leading Greek soprano, Maria Callas, who died 40 years ago on 16th September, 1977. Callas graced the stage of the Odeon as a young woman singing the lead role in Beethoven’s Fidelio and Kalomoiris’ The Master Builder. GNO’s...
Our Athens travel guide provides you with essential information to assist you with your travel plans to Athens. From public holidays in Greece, to moving around the city, we've outlined all the things any visitor to Athens should be aware of. The national holiday that falls smack bang in the middle of summer and that often get tourists into a pickle, is Assumption day, the most important celebration of the Virgin Mary in the Greek Orthodox calendar, held every year on the 15th August.
Why Athens went in search of the best Greek ceramics in Athens and found a very special workshop using ancient ceramic making techniques with the highest quality workmanship we’ve seen. Black glazing and Athenian pottery making flourished during the 5th and 6th centuries BC but the methods the ancient Greeks used eluded even the best scholars. Today,…
Mokka Speacialty Coffee Why Athens went in search of the best Greek coffee in Athens and found a very special place to enjoy the perfect cup. Mokka Coffee located in the market district of Athens, makes a smooth velvety ‘Ellinikos Kafes’ every time. The secret lies not just in their freshly ground coffee but also in…
Pie Works Why Athens discovers a new type of pie that goes beyond the traditional ‘spanakopita’ to making delicious meals wrapped in light, crispy pastry. Pie Works has established a winning formula in the street food scene in Athens, taking traditional foods such as ‘keftedes’ or meatballs and creating a delectable pie that is both…
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