Transportation To/From the Airport
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HOTEL ACCOMMODATION (For bookings, please contact hotels directly using the booking forms available on the conference web site)
CONFERENCE VENUE King George Hotel George Ballroom Area ΙΙI (mezzanine) 3, Vas. Georgiou A' street, Constitution (Syntagma) Square
***** 3, Vas. Georgiou A' street, Syntagma Square GR105 64 Athens Tel. +30 210 3222210 Fax + 30 210 3250504 e-mail: [email protected] http://www. Kinggeorgepalace.com Single occupancy: Starting at 180 EUR
Double occupancy: Starting at 200 EUR Rates include buffet breakfast at Tudor Hall and taxes Free Wi-Fi internet access Free use of the Health Club
Rate / Booking available until August 18, 2010 Reference Code: CFS conference
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2, Vas. Georgiou A' street, Syntagma Square GR105 64 Athens Tel. +30 210 33 52 400 Fax + 30 210 32 35 856 e-mail: [email protected] http://www.njvathensplaza.gr Single occupancy: 160 EUR
Double occupancy: 170 EUR Rates include American buffet breakfast and taxes
Info/ assistance about booking: Mrs. Nadia Tsatsarou Rate / Booking available until August 13, 2010 Reference Code: CFS conference
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65, Athinas & Lycourgou Street
GR105 51 Athens Tel: +30 210 3250900
Fax: +30 210 3250920 e-mail: [email protected] http://www.classicalhotels.com/babygrandhotel/ Single occupancy: 90 EUR
Double occupancy: 100 EUR Rates include American buffet breakfast, taxes and services Free Wi-Fi internet access Info/ assistance about booking: Mrs. Martha Kolokytha
Rate / Booking available until July 30, 2010 Reference code: CFS conference
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*****
46, Vassilissis Sofias Avenue GR115 28 Athens
Tel: +30 210 7281000 Fax: +30 210 7281111
e-mail: [email protected] http://www.hiltonathens.gr/en/
Single occupancy: 169 EUR Double occupancy: 189 EUR
Rates include American & Continental buffet breakfast, taxes and services A block booking of 10 rooms has been made for the
nights of the 23rd and the 24th of September 2010 at a negotiated special room rate. Participants wishing to make a reservation should contact the Hotel directly by following the link on the conference web site. Conference rates will also be extended 2 nights prior and 2 nights after the group block subject to Hotel’s availability Info/ assistance about booking: Mrs. Ismini Ioannou
Rate / Booking available until September 8, 2010 Reference code: CFS conference
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ELECTRA PALACE HOTEL *****
18-20, N. Nikodimou Str GR105 57. Athens
Tel: +30 210 33 70 000
Fax: +30 210 32 41 875 e-mail: [email protected] http://www.electrahotels.gr/electra-palace- athens/index.html Single occupancy: 150 EUR
Double occupancy: 165 EUR
ELECTRA HOTEL
****
5 Ermou Street, Athens GR 105 57, Athens
Tel: +30 210 33 70 000
Fax: +30 210 32 41 875 e-mail: [email protected] http://www.electrahotels.gr/electra-hotel- athens/index.html Single occupancy: 90 EUR Double occupancy: 115 EUR Info/ assistance about booking: Mrs. Olga Mantopoulou Rates include American buffet breakfast, taxes and services Rates / Booking upon availability
Reference code: CFS Conference
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USEFUL INFORMATION
Transportation to/from the airport:
Airport to Syntagma Square (for King George Hotel, NJV Athens Plaza Hotel, Electra Palace & Electra Hotel) Metro: Line 3, Direction to ‘EGALEO’ to: ‘SYNTAGMA’. Metro tickets from the ticket machines and ticket offices in the metro stations at € 6. Validate tickets before entering in to the platforms. Buses depart from the Arrivals Level between Exits 4 and 5, every 10-15 minutes. Line X95 to Syntagma Square – Athens City Centre, on a 24x7 basis, (~ 70-minute drive). Price: € 3,20. Point of sale: from the bus drivers, and the ticket booth in front of the bus stop. Validate your ticket in the machine inside the bus. *Please note that bus stops are not announced. Taxi fare (including toll fees, airport and luggage surcharge) from airport to the centre of Athens ~ EUR 35 (Depending on traffic and hour, e.g., double tariff between 00.01 and 05.00 hrs)
Airport to Omonia (for Baby Grand Hotel & Fashion Hotel) Metro: Line 3, Direction ‘EGALEO’ to: ‘SYNTAGMA’. Change to “SYNTAGMA” for line 2 (red line) direction to “AG. ANTONIOS” stop at metro station “OMONIA”. Metro tickets from the ticket machines and ticket offices in the metro stations at € 6. Validate tickets before entering in to the platforms. Buses depart from the Arrivals Level between Exits 4 and 5, every 10-15 minutes. Line X95 to Syntagma (Constitution) Square – Athens City Centre, on a 24x7 basis, (~ 70- minute drive). Price: € 3,20, Point of sale: from the bus drivers, and the ticket booth in front of the bus stop. Validate your ticket in the machine inside the bus.For further information, visit http://www.oasa.gr . At Syntagma use Metro line 2 direction to “AG. ANTONIOS” metro station “OMONIA” or a taxi.
Airport to Evangelismos (for Athens Hilton Hotel) Metro: Line 3, Direction to ‘EGALEO’ to: ‘EVANGELISMOS’. Metro tickets from the ticket machines and ticket offices in the metro stations at € 6. Validate tickets before entering in to the platforms. Buses depart from the Arrivals Level between Exits 4 and 5, every 10-15 minutes. Line X95 to Syntagma Square – Athens City Centre, on a 24x7 basis, (~ 70-minute drive). Price: € 3,20. Point of sale: from the bus drivers, and the ticket booth in front of the bus stop. Validate your ticket in the machine inside the bus. *Please note that bus stops are not announced. Bus stop HILTON (you see the hotel on your left going towards Athens).
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Transportation in Athens
Taxis: Athens Taxis are inexpensive by European standards and offer an alternative to mass transit. All licensed taxis are equipped with meters (the fare is charged per km and per hour) and display a card detailing the latest valid tariffs and surcharges. In certain tourist areas you may be asked to pay a predetermined (standard) amount for a ride to a specific destination; thus, before boarding a taxi make sure to seek information from another source on the exact fare for the journey. Listed below is a breakdown of taxi rates (per km) in Athens: •The flat rate at the start of the meter: 1.05 € •Rate per km inside the city limits (zone 1): 0.60 € •Rate per km outside the city limits (zone 2): 1.05 € •Waiting time fee (per hour): 9.60 € •Minimum travel charge: 2.80 € •Night tariff (from 24:00 – 05:00): 1.05 € •To/ from Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos: 3.40 € •Outward from Athens Port and railways and bus depots: 0.95 € •Baggage over 10 KG (22 lbs) each: 0.35 € For more information or for booking on line a taxi please visit the sites below: KOSMOS RADIO TAXI http://www.18300.gr/english/ IKAROS ATHENS RADIO TAXI http://www.athens-taxi.gr/eng/index.htm
Public Transportation There is a common ticket for all Public Means of Transportation. Cost of Ticket 1 EUR. With a 1,00€ ticket you can move around using one or more means of transport within 1 hour and 30 minutes. Tickets can be bought from all metro and train stations as well as from the kiosks on the streets. Alternatively, day or weekly passes you can be inquired that offer public transport at a discounted rate. When travelling on the bus, metro, railway and tram, passengers are required to validate their tickets before boarding. The fine for a non-validated ticket in Athens Greece is 40 times its value. The validation machines in the buses and trolleybuses are orange boxes. On the metro, the boxes are in the station lobby and on the tram, there are beige boxes located on the platform and inside the car.
Metro: The metro/subway runs from 05.00 to midnight daily & till 02:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. For further information, visit www.ametro.gr Tram: The tram operates daily from 05:00 am to 01:00 am while on Fridays and Saturdays it operates 24 hours. For further information, visit http://www.tramsa.gr Buses: The Athens blue bus network consists of more than 320 lines connecting the city center with all the Athens suburbs and with Piraeus. OASA provides information on the best way to reach a destination by dialing 185. Blue buses run daily from 5:00am to 00:15am. There are also several lines that run 24/7. For further information, visit http://www.oasa.gr
Athens Sightseeing Public Bus Line No. 400: The Athens Sightseeing Public Bus Line No. 400 makes stops at the city's top sightseeing spots. Schedules from June to September are from 07:30am to 21:00pm every 30 minutes. The duration of the round trip is 90 minutes. The ticket costs 6 euros and can be purchased only on the bus. The ticket is valid for 24 hours and provides for unlimited travel by the Athens Sightseeing Public Bus Line and all modes of public transport. For more information: Call 185; www.oasa.gr
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Port of Piraeus Piraeus is the largest passenger port in Europe and one of the largest passenger ports in the world. As a passenger hub Piraeus services annually approximately 20 million passengers connecting the mainland with the Aegean. Access to Piraeus port is easy via the subway & the suburban train. http://www.olp.gr/
Electricity : 220V/AC, 50HZ Currency : Euro Dialing : Code for Greece +30, for Athens 210 Tap water is available
The weather forecast for Athens can be reached at the following link http://www.weathercity.com/gr/athens/
Information about the city of Athens can be reached at the following link http://www.breathtakingathens.com
Information about the cultural event Athens Festival which takes place every year in Athens http://www.greekfestival.gr/Default.aspx
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PLACES OF INTEREST
Historical Centre of Athens:
Syntagma Square. Now recognized as the centre of Athens and from where to orientate yourself in the city, Syntagma Square is an acre large plaza filled with expensive outdoor cafes, trees and a fountain in the centre. Around the square, you will find every type of tourist shops, airline offices, banks, and restaurants, deluxe and first class hotels. Also called Constitution Square by foreigners, it is faced at the top by the Parliament building. In front of this building is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier which is guarded day and night by two “evzones” dressed in the traditional skirted uniforms. On Sundays, at 10.30 a.m., the evzones, accompanied by a military band, march from the Parliament building in full regalia, well worth a picture by tourists.
The National Gardens. Located behind the Parliament building. The Athenians, during the heat of the summer, like to stroll in the dozens of walkways of this park. There are also two small man-made lakes filled with ducks and swans, a playground for the youngsters and plenty of benches for the tired elder people.
Zappio Hall. Inside the National Gardens is the Zappio Hall which was built to be used during the holding of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. The hall hosts a large number of cultural and commercial exhibitions.
Panathinaiko Stadium - Kalimarmaro. The all-marble stadium on Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue, across the street from the National Gardens, hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. The stadium can seat up to 90000 spectators and is sometimes used for major sporting events and concerts. Also called Panathenian Stadium, the stadium is at the same site where the ancient Athenians had a stadium built in 330 B.C.
Presidential Palace. Formerly the Royal Palace when monarchs ruled the country, the Presidential Palace is located on Herodes Atticus Street behind the National Gardens. The palace was originally built as a home for the crown prince in the previous century but is now used by the President of the country.
THE ACROPOLIS HILL – PARTHENON TEMPLE. The Acropolis Hill is the crown jewel of Athens and of all Greece. With the Parthenon temple as its symbol, the Acropolis is truly a wonder of the world, containing four ancient buildings. The Parthenon was built between 447 and 432 B.C. and most of the artefacts from the temple are housed today in the Acropolis museum near the Parthenon. Also on the Acropolis are the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and the Propylea.
Just below the Acropolis Hill are two ancient theatres that must not be missed: the Dionysos and Odeon of Herod Atticus. The oldest of the Greek theatres, built in the fourth century B.C., the Theater of Dionysos which once hosted plays of Euripides, Aristophanes, Sophocles and Aeschylus, could seat as many as 17000 spectators. The reconstructed Odeon of Herod Atticus amphitheatre is used during the summer to host the Athens Festival performances. Truly one of the most impressive ancient monuments in Athens, it was first built by Roman ruler Herod Atticus in the second century A.D. The theatre can seat 5000 spectators.
At the foot of the Acropolis is the Ancient Agora, known as the commercial and public centre of ancient Athens. During the classical age, such notables as Sophocles and
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Aristotle taught there. Thesseion is at one end of the Ancient Agora. It was first built in 450B.C. Pnyx hill, on the west side of the Acropolis. In ancient times this hill, which offers a splendid view of the Acropolis and a must for photographers, was the meeting place for Athenians to decide issues. Nearby are the Temple of Hephaestus & Stoa of AttaIus. Philopappou hill, topped with a funeral monument of Philopappos, a Roman Consul of the second century A.D. A cave on the Philopappou Hill is believed to have been the prison of Socrates where he drank his fatal dose of hemlock.
Plaka. Once the life of Athens earlier this century, the Plaka area of the city is located on the north slope of the Acropolis. Old timers will tell you stories about how the 19th century town was the centre of nightlife activity. The Plaka is a pleasant, cobblestone walkway with cars banned from most of the area. Narrow streets and winding stairways and some old mansions are what is left of old Athens. There are tavernas and numerous tourist shops in the Plaka area and some ancient sites worth visiting.
Monastiraki. If it is a bargain you are after, and if you still have not decided what souvenir to take back home, do not forget to visit the Monastiraki Flea Market. Here you will find shops selling a wide selection of souvenirs to suit all tastes and budgets. The best time to visit Monastiraki is on Sunday mornings when the Flea Market is running full and before the crowd rush later in the afternoon. The Flea Market is next to the Monastiraki metro station.
Lycabettus Hill. The highest hill inside Athens, it offers to the visitor a panorama view of the city from all sides. On the summit of the 912-foot high hill is a tiny 19th century chapel of St. George. Not far is a restaurant and coffee shop. You can reach the summit either by foot, by car or by the funicular which operates from the Kolonaki side of the hill.
OTHER ARCHAELOGICAL SITES
The Roman Agora, which includes Hadrian's Library, built by the Roman Ruler in the second century A.D.
The Monument of Lysikratous, a well-preserved fourth century B.C. monument rising 21 feet from its base is also worth visiting in the Plaka area.
Keramikos Cemetery, located on Ermou Street going towards Pireos Avenue. It was the famous burial ground for the most important ancient citizens of Athens. Most of the finds of the cemetery are in the museum within the grounds.
Hadrian's Arch, located at the end of Amalia's Avenue, was built by the Roman ruler in 132 A.D to mark the boundaries of ancient Athens and his new city. It is located near the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
Tower of The Winds, Roman Agora, Plaka. With its water clock, sundial and weather vane, built in the 1st century B.C., the Tower of the Winds features eight sides, each depicting the wind that blows from that direction.
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MUSEUMS
THE ACROPOLIS MUSEUM. Located on the Acropolis area and contains most of the finds from around the Acropolis Hill, including many sculptures. Highlights of the museum include fragments of the Parthenon frieze as well as the Korai maidens. For more information visit: http://www.theacropolismuseum.gr/
NATIONAL ARCHEOLOGICAL MUSEUM. This museum first opened in 1891 and has a priceless collection of unique exhibits of sculpture, pottery and jewelry. It is one of the world's best museums. For more information visit: http://www.namuseum.gr/
MUSEUM OF CYCLADIC ART. This museum opened in 1986 and has the world's finest collection of Cycladic art. Some of the exhibits in this museum date from the 3rd millennium BC. For more information visit: http://www.cycladic.gr
BENAKI MUSEUM. This museum opened in 1931 and was founded by Antonis Benakis. The Benaki museum houses a collection of Greek arts & crafts, paintings, jewelry and local costumes. The exhibits of this museum date from the 3rd century BC up to the 21st century. For more information visit: http://www.benaki.gr
BYZANTINE & CHRISTIAN MUSEUM. Over 25,000 artefacts organized into collections that date from the 3rd to the 20th century. The artefacts are drawn from the entire Greek world and other territories where the Hellenic spirit flourished. The number of collections and the quality of the exhibits they contain make the museum a veritable treasure trove of Byzantine and post-Byzantine art and culture. For more information visit:http://www.byzantinemuseum.gr/
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART (EMST). The National Museum of Contemporary Art, Athens, (EMST) was founded in 1997. Among its basic aims are: the creation of collections of works of contemporary Hellenic and international art, the promotion and presentation of advanced and experimental artistic tendencies, the enhancement of the aesthetic and artistic cultivation of the audience and the development of scientific research on subjects of contemporary art history and theory. For more information visit: http://www.emst.gr
NATIONAL ART GALLERY The National Art Gallery is one of Greece's main art institutions and features paintings and works of art from some of Greece's and Europe's best from the 19th and 20th centuries. Emphasis is given to popular Greek contemporary artists including Giannis Tsarouchis, Domenikos Theotokopoulos (a.k.a. El Greco), Theodors Vrizakis, Nikolaos Kounelakis, Nikiforos Litras, Konstantinos Parthenis, Maleas, Giannis Moralis and others. For more information visit: http://www.nationalgallery.gr/html/en/pinakothiki/istoriko.htm
HELLENIC COSMOS CULTURAL CENTRE OF THE FOUNDATION OF HELLENIC WORLD Culture, history and sciences come to life in front of the visitors at the "Tholos", the greatest Virtual Reality theatre, with shows about the Ancient Agora of Athens and the environment. Do not miss the interactive exhibitions "Meeting at the Ancient Agora" and "Is There An Answer To Everything? A journey to the world of Greek mathematics", but also the "travels" through space and time at the "Kivotos", with the special stereoscopic glasses. http://www.fhw.gr/fhw/index.php?lg=2
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EXCURSIONS
Half day Ancient Corinth. Leave Athens and drive southwest until you reach the Corinth Canal which connects the Aegean Sea with the Ionian Sea. Drive on and visit the ancient town of Corinth where Saint Paul lived and preached for two years. The remains of the city, which include the Agora (Market Place) and Apollo’s Temple (6th Century B.C.) clearly show how rich and important Corinth was in ancient times.
Half day Poseidon Temple Sounio. This is a journey into the past, along the beautiful Athens coastal road through Glyfada, Vouliagmeni and Varkiza districts where many Athenians live and enjoy the seaside areas. Then out along the winding coastal road of the Saronic Gulf, until you reach the Temple of Poseidon. Here guides will regale you with the woeful tale of Poseidon, a heart-filling story which you will enjoy as the sun sets in its natural colourful magnificence. It is sadness and beauty all in one. It is also a great place for those who love photography.
One day Delphi Excursion. One of the favourites from Athens. This is almost a journey which cannot be missed as your trip to Greece would be incomplete without it. Passing by Thebes (the tragedy of King Oedipus) and the pretty town of Levadia. Then on to Arachova which is famous for its hand woven rugs, arriving in Delphi, set amongst one of the largest olive groves in Greece. The road leading up to Delphi is lined with colourful blooms of broom and daphne. Delphi is considered to be the "Omphalos" (the navel) or centre of the ancient world. The ruins of the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios, the Temple of Apollo and the treasury of the Athenians are in exceptionally good condition despite the vagaries of time and weather of the thousands of years. It is indeed a delight. The shops on the roadside provide an amazing variety of honey, nuts, sweets and herbs which you can buy.
One day Argolis Trip. On the way to Argolis, one passes through the Corinth Canal, which connects the Aegean Sea with the Ionian Sea. A short stop here will allow you to see the narrow canal, and maybe you will be lucky and see one of the passenger ships or cargo ships being guided through. Then on to Mycenae, the Homeric city of the Atreides (the city of gold) of the ancient poets, see the Lion's Gate, the Cyclopean Walls and the Royal Tombs. Then continue to the seaside resort of Nafplion and to Argolis nestling at the foot of the Palmidi fortress atop the cliffs. Next is the Epidavros village and the most wonderful site of the Epidavros Theater. Created in the 4th century B.C., this amazing theatre is still in operation to this day and is considered to be the peak of an actors' career to perform on this holy site. The acoustics are still phenomenal to this day.
One day cruise to the Saronic islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra. Departures daily from Piraeus port, usually at 8.00 a.m., returning at around 19.30.
For booking an excursion or planning a holiday during your visit in Greece you can contact AKTINA Travel Agency (Tel. +30 210 4221800) which provides complete travel service coverage, from the issuance of a ticket to accommodation and all land arrangements required by clients (hotel reservations, tours, transfers, private jet hiring etc). http://www.aktinatravel.gr
If you would like to rent a car, SIXT Car Rental at Athens Airport is offering special rates to CFS conference participants (see link on conference web site).
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BEACHES
In Athens, swimming is not a sport, it's a national pastime. Athens is the leading Mediterranean capital to be awarded the most "blue flags*" for its beaches. (The Blue Flag is an exclusive eco-label awarded to beaches and marinas that meet strict criteria regarding cleanliness of the sea and the coast, good organization and safety, as well as the protection of the coastal environment.) The coast is so close and the summer days so long, that many Athenians will head for a swim even after a long day's work. The tram and public buses take you to nearby paralies or the organized beaches of Faliro, Alimo, Kalamaki and Glyfada in less than an hour. Most organized beaches provide lounge chairs and an umbrella and require a nominal entrance fee. Water skiing, jet skiing, parasailing are also on offer. Beach volleyball and paddle ball are a given and enjoyed most of all by the local crowd. For additional info about some organized beaches you can visit the links:
APPOLONIES AKTES(A & B VOULA BEACHES) http://www.apollonies.gr/ YABANAKI BEACH PARK http://www.yabanaki.gr/
SHOPPING
Kolonaki. Fashionistas, head to the shops in Kolonaki. The neighborhood of the "elite" Athenians, it traditionally houses top designers and expensive retail boutiques. Greek design houses are located around the main square known as Platia Kolonakiou. Chic boutiques -- carrying '60s- inspired stilettos and clutches, form-fitting crystal studded T- shirts and fancy cocktail dresses and tailored designer suits for men -- can be found on Anagnostopoulou, Skoufa, Tsakalof and Haritos streets, while high-end international brand name chains are found along Voukourestiou Street. Part of the shopping fun in Kolonaki is stopping for a cup of coffee and people- watching, or enjoying a meal at the many fashionable restaurants. Be sure to try and fit both in for a complete Athenian shopping experience.
Historic Center. The allure of shopping in Athens' historic center is obvious from the mix of people from around the world that stroll and shop here daily. Plaka and Monastiraki are the main shopping, eating and sightseeing areas. This is where you go to buy gifts for friends and relatives: souvenirs, folk art and traditional Greek wares such as pottery, worry beads, handmade leather sandals and bags. Woven rugs, intricate tablecloths, linens and carpets are sure to be appreciated by all. Don't miss the outdoor bazaar at Monastiraki's Avissinia Square on Sundays for a gallery of bargain antique mirrors, wood furniture and bric-a-brac. Explore the streets off Athinas Street for a view into the Athens of the '60s, where small storekeepers maintain their exclusive shops of all sorts, from leathers to metal and glass works. Gourmands scoop into the barrels of olives, herbs and spices along Evripidou Street. Theseion and Psirri, at the base of the Acropolis and just across Athinas Street, is where you can stop and take a break before you check out the art galleries and vintage shops that are starting to flourish in these most charming of Athenian districts. Stadiou and Panepistimiou Avenues, connecting at Syntagma and Omonia, are up and coming boulevards hosting large department stores. International brand names, cosmetics, fabrics, beads, gold and silver jewelry, and European-made leather shoes, boots and more shoes can be purchased on the pedestrian-only street Ermou and adjoining streets that stretch from Kolonaki to Syntagma.
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Athens Nightlife
Athens is famous for its vibrant nightlife. Choices are plenty and they appeal to all tastes and lifestyles. In general, things get started pretty late: after midnight for bars and clubbing and after 9:00 p.m. for dinner at Restaurants and bar-restaurants.
Hip areas include Gazi, Psirri, Metaxourgio, Monastiraki, Theseion and Kolonaki. Traditional Greek evenings can be spent in Plaka. At Psirri you will find some of Athens' hottest clubs and bars. Large and small, they play all types of music from Greek, rock and ethnic to Latin, pop and jazz. A tour to Athens nightlife would not be complete without a visit to the industrial district of Gazi. Most of the galleries, mainstream bars, restaurants, clubs and Greek nightclubs here (featuring live Greek pop singers), are trademarked by their industrial design as many of them are housed in remodeled - and once abandoned - factories. Plaka - Monastiraki are two ancient, historic and all-time classic Athenian neighborhoods popular with visitors, they do not have many big dance clubs and bars, but offer lively, traditional places to enjoy Greek culture year-round as well as several rock and jazz clubs. Kolonaki is a staple dining and entertainment destination at many of its bars that are open until after midnight. The clubs here are also very chic. Exarchia is where to go for smaller more bohemian style haunts that cater to artists and college students.
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