by Social feeding is already flooded with vignettes Greek summer: robust coasts; Freshly cooked packages from Phyllo and Feta; swims in warm, azure water. Although this year it is not just the islands we long for, Athens has his time in the sun, no longer as a stop gap on the way to the port.
Not a month seems to pass without a chic design hotel, a cool concept restaurant, a trendy wine bar or a pop-up gallery that open its doors in the city. It is thanks to an influx of cool young creative people who have inhaled new life to the walls of Athens after it was struggling after the financial crash of the late 2000s. Add the monuments that have drawn crowds for thousands of years, and it is no wonder that it is the mini break on so many London lips.
In the old citadel, the Acropolis, every first game should begin its odyssey. Tomorrow are a great time to increase the heat and the crowds that have exaggerated the Parthenon Temple.
For an even more impressive viewpoint over the city climb or take the Lycabettus Hill, the highest point in Athens.
Then reward yourself with large coffee and perfect pastries in the nearby Kora (Korabakery.com) in Kolonaki or for lunch in Dexameni. It is a decades of institution that swung on both sides of a place on the sidewalks on both sides of a place and make it an ideal place to get a feeling for the city. Fuel delicious and cheap mezze dishes such as Cherry Sauce-Halloumi, Fava bean dip and Kiftte.
Come in the evening, book in one of the hottest tables of the moment that nod traditional dishes in Taverna style and cook on an open fire. Remember that the locals dine late – a table at 11 p.m. is not common. In the center of the city is the Manári Taverna (Manaritaverna.com), in which delicious meat plates with salsa verde, charred vegetables and potato pavé are served.
Pharaoh (Pharao.GR), which was opened in Exarchy in 2022, remains a favorite for a certain reason. It is a great place at night where plates turn and dishes such as braised beef with barley combined with a fantastic selection of natural wines.
For somewhat higher Michelin-Stern-Makris (makrishens.com) there is only a stone’s throw from the Acropolis in a historic building. Chef Peter Dimas organizes an impressive culinary exhibition for guests with dishes that are served with creative flair for the competition from Blumenthals. The tasting menu is a whistle tour through extraordinary local products, from scallops to organic hellenic pork Iberico.
Alternatively, go to the top floor of the Dolli Hotel in Plaka (Thedolli.com), where the foreign tables of the rest of the Rest of Auards overlook the Parthenon and be refined and served with extraordinary wines. Rather think of sushi, steak and champagne.
In fact, Athens quickly develops into one of the most exciting wine capitals in Europe. A growing number of sum bars specializes in funky Greek grapes, rare French varieties or small manufacturers of small batch. Try, in the city center of Wine is in forc is in form (woneifine.gr), a bistro-style bar with a frequently changing menu (select a color and let the staff select a glass, for example). Then go to Kennedy Vins, a tiny, stripped jewel nearby. Lively Heteroclito (Heteroclito.GR) is a beautiful place before dinner where you can serve with a local glass with many olives on the side.
If you want to buy it a few hours ago, visit the Hyper Hypo (hyperhypo.gr) bookstore to search its lively collection of modern art areas. Near Anana (anana.coffee), get a coffee while searching more zines and photo books in a beautiful historic building.
Fashion and myth lovers should swing in a few streets away on Hermina Athens (Herminaathens.com) to search beautiful charm and statement pieces inspired by the Greek legend. The label is one of the coolest local jewelry brands in the city.
Can’t you stand the heat? This season, the “Riviera” of Glyfada will come to the city. It is planned to be able to compete with its heyday of the 1980s after a large regeneration with its heyday. Luxury-five-star hotels of people like one and only and dominated and coupling flew with suites on the first-class routes of the coast last year.
Day Tripper in the KISS spend sluggish afternoons in a Vouliagmeni Lake Beach Club (Lakevouliagmeni.GR), which immerse yourself in its thermal water. And in the sunset, Poseidon’s temple is a real sight when you overlook the Aegean.
Where is staying
One of the brilliant things on Athens is the varied hotel scene. In a trendy neighborhood in a historic building you will find cool excavations for about 100 pounds or the budget and book a room with an Infinity roof pool in the heart of the city.
When you visit in summer, you should support yourself on the coast and immerse yourself in the city in the evening. In the shoulder season, you will be happy about the unusual warmth of the city. It is worth choosing two hotels in different districts and spending a few nights each to explore more of the city on foot.
The doll
Slap-Bang in the middle of Plaka, this former department store, has the Slick Hotel about the city’s largest money shot: an infinity pool on the roof with a view of the acropolis.
Inside, all curved lines, slim marble and bronze accents as well as decorated original details such as the tailoring and the cover, which were uncovered during the restoration of 2023, were uncovered. A soft, tonal palette makes your incredible collection of Greek artifacts and modern art shine – there is a matisse in the tea room.
The rooms are cozy crash pads with all mode cons, and the most sought-after are equipped with a room-high view of the city from the bathtub.
Don’t go without trying part of the picks ‘n’ Mix all day in the afternoon tea. For something unique, request an appointment with the talented spa therapist -partner Nikolaos Unalome of the hotel. It offers holistic sound healing and meditative massage treatments under the comfort of the hotel’s rooms. You will go with a clear mind and have the feeling of going on the air.
Room from £ 718. Book it here
A 1.5 -hour blessing healing oil and sound treatment with Nikolaos Unalome can be booked via the reception team.
Monsieur Didot
To feel like a local, they are based on Petite Guest House Monsieur Didot, which only has six rooms, in a neoclassical building in Kolonaki. The original characteristics and chic minimal furniture ensure a characterful but home feeling. The best room is the sonnet in which the bathroom is hidden behind a bookshelf.
There is no restaurant here, but they are near many fanciers and casual places where you can eat with dishes and in the morning. The owners will be a breakfast in their room.
Rooms from £ 108 per night, including breakfast for two people. Book Beyond Beyond Beyond
monument
To escape the lifting boy, try the monument hotel with nine rooms in chilled PSIRRI, where the breathtaking restored frescos in the middle of the century furniture complements. In 2023 it was restored with the help of the Ministry of Culture and now feels like a home in the distance with its relaxed living area, in which there is a cocktail trolley in which you can grab a tip.
Book the epic rooms with a spacious terrace for the view over the city or blow up the budget with the Nidus room, which has on the roof alone, and has its own whirlpool.
During the shoulder season, guests can request a slot in a quiet hammam and sauna for some time.
Room from £ 260. Book about Mr. & Ms. Smith
91 Athens Riviera
This outpost of the cathedral is a unique concept that was opened on the city’s coast last year. 28 Cabanas form a “camp”. Although this is not as you know, the rooms are equipped with all mods and have private diving pools on their verands for the warmer months.
It is the perfect place for sporty guys, as guests have access to the member of the member, a techno-matted fitness room, a lavender pool, a tennis and volleyball court and the option of fitness courses on the beach.
The Barbarossa restaurant offers Mediterranean favorites and super fresh sushi dishes. You can easily do it while you are a few hours with a chilled glass on the terrace on the beach with a view of the Aegean
Room from £ 293. Book it here
