Established in 1834 and running as one of the oldest public museums in Greece, the Numismatic Museum houses one of the greatest collections of ancient and modern coins in the world. Said to be one of the most important Greek museums, the museum itself is housed in the former mansion of Heinrich Schliemann, a famous […]
In the very heart of the city opposite the Parliament, Syntagma Metro Station is both a transport hub and museum. Dating from the 1990s, when Athens was building its new metro for the 2004 Olympics, the station contains numerous artefacts dating from Classical times – including skeletons – excavated on the site as the station […]
Established in 2009 and recognised for its modern and stylish design, The Acropolis Museum was created in order to exhibit the significant finds from the foothills of the Sacred Rock over its three jam packed and exciting floors. Walking through the ground floor doors and you’re immersed in the ‘Gallery of the Slopes of the […]
The Parthenon, or ‘The Temple to the Virgin’, was dedicated to Athena Parthenos, the maiden Goddess considered to be the city patron. Built between 447 BC and 438 BC, this temple replaced the very first Parthenon (Parthenon I) of 570 BC. It was designed by architects Iktinos and Kallikrates, while the sculptor Pheidias supervised the […]
To see Greece from the beauty of the sea, look no further than Mythos Yachts for chartered holiday rentals in and around the Greek islands. As well as their port of call in Athens, they operate from seven other marinas in Greece; Lavrio, Lefkas, Paros, Kos, Rhodes, Corfu. They offer a number of different yacht […]
Leading the way with a new kind of retreat, Nilaya Mystic Spa, rejuvenate your body and spirit via a ‘mystic spa’. Inspired by the exotic East, a mystical atmosphere with dimmed lighting is created with treatment sessions to transport you to an enchanted world and off to a spa paradise. A variety of treatments are […]
glifada Located in Glyfada, just 20 minutes from the city centre, Glyfada Golf Course is an 18-hole, Par 72 championship course; a green oasis of rolling hills, landscaped with mature trees and shrubbery.There is a Pro Shop, driving range and putting green and even facilities for meetings and social events for up to 2,000 people. […]
During Athens’ summer months, If you are looking for a vibrant atmosphere, classic Greek flavours and quality cooking then look no further than Island. Thanks to the natural beauty that surrounds this restaurant, the location and the exquisite decor found inside, it stands out from its competitors. What was once considered as traditionally Mediterranean, the […]
Zara, one of the largest global fashion companies, believes the client is at the heart of their unique business model. This distinctive model focusses on design, production, distribution and sales through their vast retail network. The shopping store belongs to Inditex, a large Spanish business and the biggest fashion group in the world. It also […]
Attica the Department Store is the largest and most product filled shop in Greece. The commercial centre of Athens has established its self on the map of the European Metropolis. Attica the Department Store, the biggest in all of Greece, started its operation at Citylink and has attracted both foreign and domestic consumers. Housed in […]
O&B Athens All Day Bar Restaurant, situated in the culturally and historically-rich city centre, is the perfect place to enjoy a hearty Greek breakfast, savory lunch or dinner, a quick bite to eat or a unique cocktail from the vast choice on offer. Keeping to the tradition of Athens’ love for life, O&B Athens All […]
The National Garden is a quiet and green sanctuary covering 15.5 hectares in the city center. Located just behind the Parliament Building and the Zappeion, you can find ancient ruins and mosaics, as well as the busts of Ioannis Kapodistrias, Dionysios Solomos and Aristotelis Valaoritis. The National Garden was designed by Amalia the first Queen […]