Guidebook for Athens
Arts & Culture
The new Acropolis Museum has a total area of 25,000 square meters, with exhibition space of over 14,000 square meters and it offers several amenities, such as a gift shop, cafe and restaurant and views to the Hill of the Acropolis. Definitely worth visiting!
15 Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, Athens 11742
Tel.: +30 210 9000900,
http://www.theacropolismuseum.gr/en
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Akropolismuseum
15 Dionysiou AreopagitouThe new Acropolis Museum has a total area of 25,000 square meters, with exhibition space of over 14,000 square meters and it offers several amenities, such as a gift shop, cafe and restaurant and views to the Hill of the Acropolis. Definitely worth visiting!
15 Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, Athens 11742
Tel.: +30 210 9000900,
http://www.theacropolismuseum.gr/en
The National Archaeological Museum houses some of the most important artifacts from a variety of archaeological locations around Greece from prehistory to late antiquity. It is considered one of the greatest museums in the world and contains the richest collection of artifacts from Greek antiquity worldwide. It is situated in the Exarcheia area in central Athens between Epirus Street, Bouboulinas Street and Tositsas Street while its entrance is on 44 Patission Street (a.k.a. 28is Oktovriou str.) adjacent to the historical building of the Athens Polytechnic university.
http://www.namuseum.gr/wellcome-en.html
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Archäologisches Nationalmuseum
44 28is OktovriouThe National Archaeological Museum houses some of the most important artifacts from a variety of archaeological locations around Greece from prehistory to late antiquity. It is considered one of the greatest museums in the world and contains the richest collection of artifacts from Greek antiquity worldwide. It is situated in the Exarcheia area in central Athens between Epirus Street, Bouboulinas Street and Tositsas Street while its entrance is on 44 Patission Street (a.k.a. 28is Oktovriou str.) adjacent to the historical building of the Athens Polytechnic university.
http://www.namuseum.gr/wellcome-en.html
Sightseeing
The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on an extremely rocky outcrop above the city of Athens and contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historic significance, the most famous being the Parthenon. The word acropolis comes from the Greek words ἄκρον (akron, "highest point, extremity") and πόλις (polis, "city"). Although there are many other acropoleis in Greece, the significance of the Acropolis of Athens is such that it is commonly known as "The Acropolis" without qualification.
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Akropolis von Athen
The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on an extremely rocky outcrop above the city of Athens and contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historic significance, the most famous being the Parthenon. The word acropolis comes from the Greek words ἄκρον (akron, "highest point, extremity") and πόλις (polis, "city"). Although there are many other acropoleis in Greece, the significance of the Acropolis of Athens is such that it is commonly known as "The Acropolis" without qualification.
The Parthenon is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis, dedicated to the goddess Athena, whom the people of Athens considered their patron. Construction began in 447 BC when the Athenian Empire was at the peak of its power. It was completed in 438 BC although decoration of the building continued until 432 BC. It is the most important surviving building of Classical Greece, generally considered the zenith of the Doric order. Its decorative sculptures are considered some of the high points of Greek art. The Parthenon is regarded as an enduring symbol of Ancient Greece and Athenian democracy.
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Parthenon
The Parthenon is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis, dedicated to the goddess Athena, whom the people of Athens considered their patron. Construction began in 447 BC when the Athenian Empire was at the peak of its power. It was completed in 438 BC although decoration of the building continued until 432 BC. It is the most important surviving building of Classical Greece, generally considered the zenith of the Doric order. Its decorative sculptures are considered some of the high points of Greek art. The Parthenon is regarded as an enduring symbol of Ancient Greece and Athenian democracy.
Monastiraki is a flea market neighborhood in the old town of Athens, Greece, and is one of the principal shopping districts in Athens. The area is home to clothing boutiques, souvenir shops, and specialty stores, and is a major tourist attraction in Athens and Attica for bargain shopping. The area is named after Monastiraki Square, which in turn is named for the Church of the Pantanassa that is located within the square. The main streets of this area are Pandrossou Street and Adrianou Street. The Monastiraki Metro Station, located on the square, serves both Line 1 and Line 3 of the Athens Metro.
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Monastiraki
Monastiraki is a flea market neighborhood in the old town of Athens, Greece, and is one of the principal shopping districts in Athens. The area is home to clothing boutiques, souvenir shops, and specialty stores, and is a major tourist attraction in Athens and Attica for bargain shopping. The area is named after Monastiraki Square, which in turn is named for the Church of the Pantanassa that is located within the square. The main streets of this area are Pandrossou Street and Adrianou Street. The Monastiraki Metro Station, located on the square, serves both Line 1 and Line 3 of the Athens Metro.
Plaka is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, clustered around the northern and eastern slopes of the Acropolis, and incorporating labyrinthine streets and neoclassical architecture. Plaka is built on top of the residential areas of the ancient town of Athens. It is known as the "Neighborhood of the Gods" due to its proximity to the Acropolis and its many archaeological sites.
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Plaka
24 MnisikleousPlaka is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, clustered around the northern and eastern slopes of the Acropolis, and incorporating labyrinthine streets and neoclassical architecture. Plaka is built on top of the residential areas of the ancient town of Athens. It is known as the "Neighborhood of the Gods" due to its proximity to the Acropolis and its many archaeological sites.
Thiseio or Thissio is the name of a traditional neighborhood in downtown Athens, Greece, northwest of the Acropolis, 1.5 km southwest of downtown. Long ago, the name was derived from the Temple of Hephaestus which was mistakenly known as Thiseion in reference to Theseus, the mythical king of Athens, which gave rise to the neighbourhood being named Thiseio. The area has many cafés and cultural meeting points.Thiseio is served by the nearby Thissio ISAP station or Thiseio metro station.
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Thiseio
Thiseio or Thissio is the name of a traditional neighborhood in downtown Athens, Greece, northwest of the Acropolis, 1.5 km southwest of downtown. Long ago, the name was derived from the Temple of Hephaestus which was mistakenly known as Thiseion in reference to Theseus, the mythical king of Athens, which gave rise to the neighbourhood being named Thiseio. The area has many cafés and cultural meeting points.Thiseio is served by the nearby Thissio ISAP station or Thiseio metro station.
Gazi is a neighborhood of Athens which surrounds the old Athens gasworks, which is an industrial museum and exhibition space, next to Keramikos and close to the Acropolis. It is home to the Technopolis of Athens, that spreads in an area of about 30,000 m2, an industrial museum of modern architecture, where concerts, bazaars and various happenings are held throughout the year. Numerous bars, clubs, cafeterias and restaurants are available. Gazi is also known to be gay and lesbian friendly. Kerameikos metro station on Line 3 of the Athens Metro is adjacent to the Technopolis of Gazi.
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Gazi
Gazi is a neighborhood of Athens which surrounds the old Athens gasworks, which is an industrial museum and exhibition space, next to Keramikos and close to the Acropolis. It is home to the Technopolis of Athens, that spreads in an area of about 30,000 m2, an industrial museum of modern architecture, where concerts, bazaars and various happenings are held throughout the year. Numerous bars, clubs, cafeterias and restaurants are available. Gazi is also known to be gay and lesbian friendly. Kerameikos metro station on Line 3 of the Athens Metro is adjacent to the Technopolis of Gazi.
Parks & Nature
The National Garden (formerly the Royal Garden) is a park of 15.5 hectares (38 acres) in the center of Athens and it's open to the public from sunrise to sunset. The main entrance is on Leoforos Amalias, the street named after the Queen who envisioned this park. You can also enter the garden from one of three other gates: the central one, on Vasilissis Sophias Avenue, another on Herodou Attikou Street and the third gate connects the National Garden with the Zappeion park area. In the National Garden there are a duck pond, a Botanical Museum, a small cafe and a playground.The Garden also encloses some ancient ruins, tambourines and Corinthian capitals of columns, mosaics, and other features.
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Nationalgarten
1 Leoforos Vasilisis AmaliasThe National Garden (formerly the Royal Garden) is a park of 15.5 hectares (38 acres) in the center of Athens and it's open to the public from sunrise to sunset. The main entrance is on Leoforos Amalias, the street named after the Queen who envisioned this park. You can also enter the garden from one of three other gates: the central one, on Vasilissis Sophias Avenue, another on Herodou Attikou Street and the third gate connects the National Garden with the Zappeion park area. In the National Garden there are a duck pond, a Botanical Museum, a small cafe and a playground.The Garden also encloses some ancient ruins, tambourines and Corinthian capitals of columns, mosaics, and other features.
Food Scene
Koi Sushi Bar
1 ApollonosSushi!
Falafellas
51 AiolouPhalaeffel / Falafel
Traditional doughnuts with syrup, cinnamon, sugar, ice cream or chocolate!
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Krinos
87 AiolouTraditional doughnuts with syrup, cinnamon, sugar, ice cream or chocolate!
O Thanasis
69 MitropoleosThe best kebab in town!
Urban top floor terrace, with the most stunning view to the Acropolis, Plaka and Monastiraki Square. An ideal place to have your breakfast in the morning or enjoy our house special cocktails at night.
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A for Athens Cocktail Bar
2 MiaouliUrban top floor terrace, with the most stunning view to the Acropolis, Plaka and Monastiraki Square. An ideal place to have your breakfast in the morning or enjoy our house special cocktails at night.
Amazing pastry shop with fairy tale decor! Enjoy your coffee or tea with the company of a cake, cupcake, waffle or cookie! It's a must!
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Kleiner Kook
17 KaraiskakiAmazing pastry shop with fairy tale decor! Enjoy your coffee or tea with the company of a cake, cupcake, waffle or cookie! It's a must!
Αττικά Αρτοποιεία
126 Leof. VouliagmenisBakery
La bella napoli
64 RoumpesiAuthentic Italian Pizza! Tel.: 0030 210 9010003
Kafenion-Taverna with traditional greek plates, "meze", beers etc! Tel.: 0030 210 9232384
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ΤΟ ΤΡΙΚΥΚΛΟ ΚΑΦΕ-ΜΕΖΕΔΟΠΩΛΕΙΟ-TO TRIKYKLO
Kafenion-Taverna with traditional greek plates, "meze", beers etc! Tel.: 0030 210 9232384
Enjoy outdoor dining in the sidewalk and enjoy traditional greek flavours!
Τel: 0030 210 9226600
Menu in English:
http://www.lostrekouzina.eu/index.php/%CE%BA%CE%B1%CF%84%CE%AC%CE%BB%CE%BF%CE%B3%CE%BF%CF%82
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Λοστρέ κουζίνα
32 PitheouEnjoy outdoor dining in the sidewalk and enjoy traditional greek flavours!
Τel: 0030 210 9226600
Menu in English:
http://www.lostrekouzina.eu/index.php/%CE%BA%CE%B1%CF%84%CE%AC%CE%BB%CE%BF%CE%B3%CE%BF%CF%82
In the heart of Neos Kosmos, at 43 Amvrosiou Frantzi street, in a gallery that exudes the scent of old Athens you will find “Sarantatrio”. An austere, hospitable place, with flavours that will wake memories of your grandma’s kitchen, though here you’ll find them in dishes infused with creativity and passion.
Tel.: +30 213 0263347
Menu in English:
http://43sarantatrio.gr/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2017/01/43o-katalogos-12-2016-en-for-web.pdf
Website: http://43sarantatrio.gr/
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43 Sarantatrío
43 Amvrosiou FrantziIn the heart of Neos Kosmos, at 43 Amvrosiou Frantzi street, in a gallery that exudes the scent of old Athens you will find “Sarantatrio”. An austere, hospitable place, with flavours that will wake memories of your grandma’s kitchen, though here you’ll find them in dishes infused with creativity and passion.
Tel.: +30 213 0263347
Menu in English:
http://43sarantatrio.gr/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2017/01/43o-katalogos-12-2016-en-for-web.pdf
Website: http://43sarantatrio.gr/
A few meters from Neos Kosmos Tmetro and tram stations, you can find a beautiful restaurant offering Czech flavors.
Tel: 0030:2109018389.
Open from 17:00 (13:00 on Sundays).
Closed on Mondays.
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Svejk
8 RoumpesiA few meters from Neos Kosmos Tmetro and tram stations, you can find a beautiful restaurant offering Czech flavors.
Tel: 0030:2109018389.
Open from 17:00 (13:00 on Sundays).
Closed on Mondays.
Konstandinidis pastry shops are very famous in Athens for the quality of their products. You can find traditional greek sweets, sweets from Asia Minor, ice cream, cakes, cookies and more!
http://www.konstandinidis.com/en/
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Ζαχαροπλαστεία Κωνσταντινίδης
98 Leof. Andrea SiggrouKonstandinidis pastry shops are very famous in Athens for the quality of their products. You can find traditional greek sweets, sweets from Asia Minor, ice cream, cakes, cookies and more!
http://www.konstandinidis.com/en/
One of the best restaurants in Athens and...in Greece! Don't miss it!
Website:
http://www.spondi.gr/spondi/
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Spondi Restaurant
5 PirronosOne of the best restaurants in Athens and...in Greece! Don't miss it!
Website:
http://www.spondi.gr/spondi/
Drinks & Nightlife
Quality cocktails blended with hand selected spirits from all over the world!
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Baba Au Rum
6 KlitiouQuality cocktails blended with hand selected spirits from all over the world!
The Underdog is a specialty coffee roasting company but you can also enjoy a hand crafted beers, brunch and tea!
Address: 8 Iraklidon str, Thissio, Athens, P.C.: 11851
Telephone: +30 213 0365393
https://www.underdog.gr/
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The Underdog
8 IraklidonThe Underdog is a specialty coffee roasting company but you can also enjoy a hand crafted beers, brunch and tea!
Address: 8 Iraklidon str, Thissio, Athens, P.C.: 11851
Telephone: +30 213 0365393
https://www.underdog.gr/
Shopping
Ermou Street is a one and a half kilometer-long road, connecting Kerameikos archaeological site with the Syntagma Square through Monastiraki, Psiri and Thiseio. It consists of three sections: The east (from Filellinon Street to Aiolou Street, app. 700m long) which is a pedestrian zone and the city's best-known and busiest shopping street, with fashion shops and shopping centers promoting most international brands.The middle (from Aiolou Street to Agion Asomaton str.) and the west (from Agion Asomaton to Peiraios Street) a pedestrian zone also.One of the oldest churches in Athens, the Byzantine Church of Panaghia Kapnikarea is in a small square, on the east section of Ermou street.
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Ermou
ErmouErmou Street is a one and a half kilometer-long road, connecting Kerameikos archaeological site with the Syntagma Square through Monastiraki, Psiri and Thiseio. It consists of three sections: The east (from Filellinon Street to Aiolou Street, app. 700m long) which is a pedestrian zone and the city's best-known and busiest shopping street, with fashion shops and shopping centers promoting most international brands.The middle (from Aiolou Street to Agion Asomaton str.) and the west (from Agion Asomaton to Peiraios Street) a pedestrian zone also.One of the oldest churches in Athens, the Byzantine Church of Panaghia Kapnikarea is in a small square, on the east section of Ermou street.
Entertainment & Activities
Open Air Cinema THISION
7 Apostolou PavlouOpen air cinema at the heart of Thiseion!