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thens boasts a rich civilization with unmissable monuments and museums. Divided into seven neighborhoods, each has its own atmosphere and culture: at night, the alternative Psyri neighborhood, full of street art, is very lively, as is the Gazi area. Elle Greece guides you through Athens.
Where to eat
Linou Soumpasis k sia
This former candle shop is now a contemporary reimagining of the classic Greek taverna, complete with white walls, display windows, an open kitchen, and lighting with church candles, which are still on sale today. From the mostly organic menu, we recommend the meatballs in tomato sauce, wild herbs with ksinotiri (sheep’s/goat’s cheese), and the snapper carpaccio.Advertisement – Continue reading below
📌 Μελανθίου 2, Αθήνα 105 54 &, Kalamida 9
🔗 linousoumpasis.gr/
📸 @lsandsia
Where to eat like a local
Oikonomou
Simple yet elegant, with polished wood furnishings, pastel yellow walls, and a brown and cream checkered floor, Oikonomou has been a favorite among locals for over a century. A must-visit for its delicious home-cooked cuisine, featuring comfort dishes like rabbit in tomato sauce and roast lamb with baked potatoes.
📌Kydantidón 32, Athens 118 51
🔗 tavernaoikonomou.gr/contact
📸 @taverna.oikonomou
Where to sleep
Brown Acropol Athens
With the motto “Work Hard, Play Harder,” Brown Acropol offers plenty of space for fun. The rooftop restaurant, pools, and hammocks offer 360-degree views of the city, including the Parthenon, within walking distance. The 164 rooms range from singles to presidential suites with a retro-glam 1960s feel.
📌 1, Panagi Tsaldari (Pireos) Str.,105 52
🔗 brownhotels.com/athens/acropol
📸 @brownacropolAdvertisement – Continue reading below
Where to relax
Orloff Spa Academias
Make sure to include spa rituals, Ayurvedic and Balinese massages, and a visit to the stunning illuminated indoor pool. Facial treatments are by Valmont, specialists in cellular skincare, and organic Cinq Mondes, inspired by the wellness cultures of India, China, Japan, Bali, and North Africa.Advertisement – Continue reading below
📌 38 Akadimias, Omirou, Athina 106 72
🔗 orloffspa.gr/academias/
📸 @orloff_spa
Teo Hair Design
The kingdom of hairstyling, a certified B Corp salon that uses the Aveda Concept, hydrating scalp treatments, and strengthening Olaplex therapies. But that’s not all. Microblading and threading for lifted eyebrows and lashes are also available.
📌 Spefsippou 4, Athina 106 73
🔗 teo.gr/
📸 @teobeautyconsultants
Guerlain Spa at the One&Only Aesthesis
Guerlain’s first spa in Greece is, predictably, fabulous. The ideal place to relax by the pool or in the Turkish bath before a customized facial treatment based on scientific skincare.
📌 One&Only Aesthesis, Leof. Poseidonos 110, Glifada 166 74
🔗 oneandonlyresorts.com/aesthesis/experiences/guerlain-spa
📸 @ooaesthesis
A secret escape
Hydra Island
With its cobbled streets where cars give way to donkeys, traditional stone houses, and enchanting coastline, it’s impossible not to fall in love with this peaceful island. Just a 90-minute ferry ride from Athens’ Piraeus port, Hydra has captivated generations of artists and rock stars, from Picasso to the Rolling Stones.Advertisement – Continue reading below
It Fashion Designer
Mary Katrantzou
Born in Athens and based in London, Mary Katrantzou is beloved for her bold prints, vibrant colors, and intricate designs that celebrate Greek heritage with a contemporary twist. The designer blends art and fashion in a fresh and distinctly Greek universe, bringing her heritage culture to the world.
Style hub
Luisa World
If you’re looking to indulge, stop by the Luisa World flagship store nestled in the glamorous Kolonaki neighborhood, one of three locations in the capital. Celine, Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu, Dolce & Gabbana, Alexander McQueen, and Jacquemus are just some of the big names featured in the boutique, along with shoes, accessories, and home decor.
📌15 Skoufa Street, Skoufa 15, Athina 106 73
🔗 luisaworld.com
📸 @luisaworld
Where to drink
Retiré Bar at Ergon House
The fairy-lit rooftop is bustling with activity from April to October. Cobblestones on the floor, lounge chairs, and a cocktail truck create an atmosphere halfway between a festival and a beach house. All you have to do is order a blue margarita or Otto’s vermouth with a flatbread and enjoy the view of the Acropolis.
📌 ERGON House; 23, Mitropoleos str, Athina 105 57
🔗 houses.ergonfoods.com/ergon-house-athens-retire
📸 @retirebar.athens
Where to party
SMUT Athens
Housed in a large industrial-style warehouse, once home to a Greek live music venue, SMUT has an “almost anything goes” policy for a pleasure-seeking crowd. The club recreates the vibe of Berlin’s party palaces for a night of hard techno, dark bass, and queer energy.
📌 Vatsaxi 4, Athina 104 38, Greece
🔗 smutathens.com
📸 @smutathens