03/10/2024
Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Athens
From modern art galleries and tsipouro bars to traditional live-music rebetadikos for dancing the night away, Athens is the can't-miss cultural heart of Greece.Often misunderstood as a chaotic urban jungle or a mere pit-stop before hopping the islands, Greece’s capital is having a shining moment. Driven by young Athenians who have moved back to the city following years of financial crisis, Athens is experiencing a renaissance in its arts and culture scene. While the Cyclades have made Condé Nast Traveler’s list of the Best Places to Go in 2024, for those en route to the islands,Athens and its bon vivant attitude await, and demand more than just a single night to be discovered.