Island day trips

Island day trips

If you fancy swapping city life for island bliss, picture-perfect Poros, heavenly Hydra and all-rounder Aegina, are all within day-tripping distance of Athens. Spend a day roaming ancient ruins, lazing on golden beaches and tucking into local delicacies. Aegina’s the closest, just a one-hour ferry from the harbour of Piraeus.
Stavros Niarchos Park

Stavros Niarchos Park

Athens

Part of the Foundation Cultural Centre, this expansive park showcases plenty of beautiful Mediterranean flora, including lavender and olive trees. There are play areas for the kids, an outdoor gym and places to...

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The Grand by Interni

The Grand by Interni

Athens

For dinner with a view, you can’t beat the Grand by Interni. At this rooftop restaurant you can tuck into a Mediterranean-Asian fusion menu, sip on handmade signature cocktails and enjoy eye-popping panoramas...

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Philopappos Hill

Philopappos Hill

Athens

Also known as The Hill of Muses, this wonderful area is clothed in pine and olive trees and is perfect for a sunset stroll. You’ll spot several monuments that are worth your while, including the Philopappos...

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