A trip to Athens is not complete without an excursion (or more) to the southern suburbs of the city, the well-known Athens Riviera. Diving on island-like beaches, restaurants and flavors that make you fall in love with Greece and summer, walks by the sea, concerts, sunsets, endless parties, and cocktails. The summer in Athens belongs to southern suburbs and the local people are well aware of this. Here are 30 suggestions for things to do along the Athenian Riviera – or just outside the trending coastal route. Combine two or more of them to create a unique day trip in the hottest part of Athens.
1. Eat a waffle with two scoops of ice cream and praline spread at Waffle House, vouliagmeni in Vouliagmeni
2. Watch this year’s summer blockbusters at the Arian open-air cinema in Glyfada
3. Take water skiing lessons at Lolo’s Ski Center in Vouliagmeni
4. Go to a concert at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
5. Stop at the taverns of Pezoulas or Argoura for incredible seafood
6. Take a walk or dive in the hot springs of Lake Vouliagmeni
7. Hike to Faskomilia Hill and enjoy the sunset from there
8. Attend a concert of Greek rock music at the Faliro Summer Theater
9. Have a drink in the canteen of Lefteris, Limanakia in Limanakia of Vouliagmeni
10. Experience the ultimate dance party until dawn at Bolivar
11. Go to Trigono in Kalivia for delicious meat chunks after swimming
12. Watch a romantic movie at the Akti summer cinema in Vouliagmeni
13. Enjoy the gastronomic experience head to tail at Blue Fish in Vouliagmeni
14. Swim at the KAPE beach in Sounio
15. Do your shopping in the square of Nea Smyrni and then drink your coffee in Aplika, in the yard of a ’50s detached house
16. Watch the sunset from the rocks at the beach of Glyfada, with an ice-cold beer in hand
17. Have a coffee by the sea at Ark, Glyfada or swim at the newly opened B Bungalow 7
18. Try a traditional souvlaki with gyros at Zachos in Vouliagmeni or a tradition greek dish at Louizidis after a day on the beach
19. Try the Greek souvlaki in its ultimate vegan version at Avit in Glyfada
20. Combine your walk in Marina Floisvou with a movie at the Cine Floisvos summer cinema
21. Drink the “Fantastic Boyfriend” cocktail by the sea at the Holy Spirit Beach Bar in Varkiza
22. Go for a swim on the Skalakia, Althea
23. Enjoy your shopping in Glyfada and drink amazing cocktails at Vibo
24. Go to the iconic club restaurant “Island, varkiza” in Varkiza
25. Take SUP lessons at Shark Water Sports in Varkiza
26. Go for a meal at Trypia Varka
27. Have a beer (or more) in the yard of 7 Monks in Argyroupoli
28. Ride a bicycle by the sea, on a wonderful coastal route
29. Visit the Temple of Poseidon in Sounio
30. Go for seafood at the famous tavern “Theodoros and Eleni”
These are just some of the amazing things you can do in the southern suburbs of Athens this summer. Whether you’re looking for relaxation, adventure, great food, or exciting nightlife, the Athenian Riviera has something for everyone. Explore these suggestions and create unforgettable memories in this beautiful part of Greece.
