Getting around Athens

Getting around Athens is easy by bus, taxi, or metro.

For detailed routes and public transport information, we recommend using Google Maps or Apple Maps.


Places to visit

Central Athens

Syntagma square and Ermou street

Syntagma is the vibrant heart of Athens, known for the Parliament and ceremonial guard changes. Adjacent Ermou Street, Athens’ premier pedestrian shopping avenue, offers international brands, cafés, and lively street life—perfect for strolling, shopping, or just soaking up the city’s atmosphere.


Acropolis hill and Acropolis Museum

Visit the iconic Acropolis Hill, home to the majestic Parthenon and magnificent views over Athens. Complement your visit with the modern Acropolis Museum nearby, housing ancient masterpieces in stunning exhibits, offering deeper insight into Athens' glorious classical past.

 


Monastiraki and Athens Central Market

Monastiraki, a bustling neighborhood famed for its flea market, offers charming cafés, street food, and quirky shops. The nearby Athens Central Market (Varvakios) immerses visitors in a sensory experience, with vendors selling fresh local products, spices, meats, seafood, and traditional Greek specialties.


National garden and Zappeion

Escape city bustle at the serene National Garden, a lush oasis perfect for relaxation, picnics, or leisurely strolls. Adjacent is the elegant Zappeion, a historic neoclassical building surrounded by beautiful gardens, fountains, and statues, ideal for a tranquil break in nature.


Ancient Agora and Roman Agora

Explore Athens’ ancient marketplaces. The Ancient Agora, once the heart of public life, includes the beautifully preserved Temple of Hephaestus. Nearby, the Roman Agora hosts remnants from Athens' Roman era, including the striking Tower of the Winds, reflecting centuries of history.


          Temple of Olympian Zeus and Arch of Hadrian

Marvel at the towering columns of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, once Greece’s largest temple. Adjacent stands the Arch of Hadrian, a monumental gateway marking the historic division between the ancient city and Hadrian’s Athens, blending ancient Greek and Roman heritage.


Areopagitou street and Herod's theatre

Dionysiou Areopagitou is Athens' picturesque pedestrian street below the Acropolis, lined with elegant buildings and lively cafés. It leads to the stunning Herodes Atticus Theatre, a majestic ancient venue still hosting world-class performances and concerts against a spectacular historic backdrop.


Panathenaic stadium and Ardittos hill

Visit the historic Panathenaic Stadium, the only stadium worldwide entirely built of marble and host to the first modern Olympic Games. Nearby Ardittos Hill offers relaxing walking paths, greenery, and panoramic views over this impressive athletic monument and central Athens.


Psyrri and Thiseio

Psyrri is vibrant and artistic, renowned for nightlife, artisan cafés, and creative atmosphere. Neighboring Thiseio boasts charming cafés and restaurants lining pedestrian paths, offering unbeatable Acropolis views, especially magical during sunset strolls.


Plaka and Anafiotika

Plaka, Athens' oldest district, charms visitors with cobblestone streets, historic architecture, tavernas, and shops. Within Plaka lies Anafiotika, a hidden Cycladic-inspired neighborhood featuring whitewashed houses, narrow pathways, and blooming bougainvilleas, offering a peaceful island feel within the bustling city.


Kolonaki and Lycabettus hill

Kolonaki, Athens' upscale neighborhood, features elegant boutiques, sophisticated cafés, art galleries, and stylish restaurants. Above it rises Lycabettus Hill, the highest point in central Athens, accessible by funicular or footpath, rewarding visitors with breathtaking panoramic views, especially at sunset.


Gazi - Technopolis - Kerameikos

Gazi is Athens' trendy nightlife and cultural district, home to Technopolis, a cultural venue hosting concerts, exhibitions, and events in a beautifully renovated former gasworks. Adjacent Kerameikos archaeological site offers a glimpse into Athens' ancient city walls, gates, and burial grounds.


Places to visit

Southern suburbs

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre and Flisvos Marina

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre features stunning architecture, parkland, and hosts the National Opera and Library. Nearby, Flisvos Marina offers a beautiful waterfront promenade, stylish cafés, restaurants, luxury yachts, and family-friendly parks, perfect for relaxed strolls or sunset views.


Vouliagmeni and the Lake

Vouliagmeni, the stunning seaside suburb where our wedding ceremony takes place, offers beautiful beaches, upscale restaurants, and scenic seaside promenades. We recommend arriving a bit earlier to stroll along the picturesque coastline, enjoy a coffee at one of the charming seaside cafés, or visit the enchanting Lake Vouliagmeni, renowned for its crystal-clear thermal waters and unique natural setting.


Alimos and Kalamaki beach

Alimos is home to Kalamaki Beach, one of Athens' most accessible sandy beaches. Visitors can relax, swim, and enjoy vibrant beach bars, cafés, and restaurants. A short distance from central Athens, it’s an ideal spot to enjoy the Greek sun and sea.