Where to Stay, Eat, and Drink in Athens
While the focus in Greece often leans toward the islands, Athens has quietly become one of the most exciting cities in Europe for eating, drinking and everything in between. I have spent every summer for the past decade travelling throughout the country, and the capital never fails to surprise me. Below are my favourite spots across the city to stay, eat and enjoy a proper night out.
January 3, 2026
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Four Seasons Astir Palace
Opened in the 1960s on a pine-covered peninsula above the bay of Lemós in Vouliagmeni, Astir Palace helped establish Greece as the world-class destination we know it is today. The property sits 30 minutes from central Athens and spans 30 hectares of secluded coastline. Paths lead through pine and pomegranate trees toward quiet coves, tennis courts, and clear water.
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