Plaka House

The Charming Area of Plaka

Nestled in the shadow of the Acropolis and its historic temples, the hillside neighborhood of Plaka exudes a charming village atmosphere. Its narrow, cobblestone streets are lined with quaint shops offering jewelry, clothing, and local ceramics.

Sidewalk cafes and family-run tavernas remain open late into the night, while Cine Paris screens classic films al fresco. Nearby, the whitewashed houses of Anafiotika evoke the ambiance of a Greek island, adding to the area's unique allure.

One of Europe's most exciting cities to visit

Celebrated for its world-famous ancient treasures, Athens has also become one of Europe's most exciting cities to visit, filled with creativity, a vibrant food & drink scene and new neighbourhoods you'll adore discovering. An enduring symbol of democracy, philosophy and all those big-picture ideals of the ancients, Athens also has a unique way of living in the moment. It is versatile and inventive, alive with the power of possibility day and night and is a city filled with surprises.

Source: Discover Greece

A city that will reward you in ways you never imagined

Did you know that Athens has beaches less than half an hour from the city centre? And that alongside the museums displaying archaeological treasures are contemporary art galleries as well as parks and green spaces. So if you're looking for things to do in Athens with the kids, or you're visiting as a couple or a group of friends, or even just passing through on your way to a Greek island or elsewhere on the mainland, you'll find a city that will reward you in ways you never imagined.

Source: Discover Greece