Welcome to the Greek version of California: the southern suburbs of Glyfada, Voula and Vouliagmeni, three of the coolest Athens' neighborhoods. These neighborhoods are dominated by locals, so we are here to share with your our insider's guide to Glyfada, Voula and Vouliagmeni; because, dear travelers, your travel experience in Athens would be incomplete without a visit to this part of the Athens Riviera. 

A little Brooklyn, a little Paris, Mets is really not a tourist spot at all, but still close enough to all the main tourist attractions - explore this very ‘real’ neighbourhood for one of the best things to do in Athens.

... We’ve already got you covered for 8 awesome Athens neighborhoods beyond the Acropolis, and though we touched on the area of Kolonaki, it deserves a whole post of its own!

... let us walk you through this video travel experience: top landmarks in Greece, local attractions, and Athens' must see spots all 'deciphered' for you here!

...the birthplace of gothic music, dark literature and dramatic architecture does have plenty to offer to the international Goth, curious visitor or the alternative adventurer looking for unusual things to do and local activities for a spine chilling unique experience all year round. 

... we have created for you the first-ever Athens map of best bars near every metro stop, so you can go from Martini to Mojito and from Heineken to Estrella, in no time! So, get in (metro) line: Here are the best drinking spots in Athens within a 5-10 minute walk of every one of the most popular stops on the train, tram and metro map ... 

What if you are a nature lover, or just looking for a moment of respite from Athens' vibrant pulse? Even if green space is not as ubiquitous as many other European capitals, we’ve got you covered - grab some snacks or pack a picnic and follow our guide to green space!

Now that the summer-y glow is fading from Athens, the Greek capital is beginning to wake up as a hub of cultural life. Take a break from sightseeing tours and strolls around the Acropolis, Monastiraki and Zappeion to check out some of the best exhibitions visiting Athens this fall. 

Let's begin your initiation into the absolutely enchanting world of local Athenian life and all its crazy, beautiful, ever-changing aspects that you’ll experience in eight of the city’s most vivid local neighborhoods.

Undeniably, Greeks and nightlife are a natural match, like bacon and eggs (or gin and tonic, to follow the theme!) and if you're looking for inspiration for unique experiences, fun and quirky things to do in Athens on a late night out this season, we will start with the city's creme de la creme:

Here’s a list of the best romantic places and top things to do in Athens, based on the true story of our own romanticising and slow-strolling around the city!

...leaving Greece behind is always hard. One of the best things to do to ease the transition, in our humble opinion, is by bringing a little of Greece home with you and stocking up on the best souvenirs from Greece ... We’ve gathered a list of some of our favourites, both edible and non-edible, and wish you happy shopping - but make sure not to lose track of the space in your suitcase!