athens centre is a vibrant hub of history, archaeology and urban vibes. stroll around its scenic cobbled streets, smart boutique-lined avenues and cosy piazzas to discover a city that moves to a modern beat coloured by unique traditions.
if you really want to get to the heart of athens, scale the ancient citadel of the sacred acropolis and check out the urban landscape sprawling before you like concrete arteries of a throbbing city. discover secret rooftop bars buzzing with unadulterated energy like colour locale in monastiraki or step into one of the world’s leading ‘best bars’ and an athenian favourite for a deftly made cocktail at the clumsies. gastronomy is taken very seriously in athens, with hip places like funky gourmet sporting its shiny michelin status and classy restaurants like spondi setting the standard for fine cuisine. of course, there is the deluxe grande bretagne hotel if you want to stop for afternoon tea in its winter gardens, where the line-up of famous guests has included elizabeth taylor, sophia loren, maria callas and brigitte bardot, not to mention sean connery, francis ford coppola, david bowie and jay-z.
the modern athenian is in love with every part of this city’s past yet embraces the modern vibes of the new with vigour.
shopping is a blissful pursuit with ermou street catering to fashion-conscious shopaholics, whilst a walk up to voukourestiou street is true soul therapy for those who want to add to their collection of louis vuitton bags. then head for up-town kolonaki, the place to see and be seen while sipping on the newest ‘boutique’ coffee blends. check out the spectacular remains of the hellenic past, testimonies to the ottoman occupation and old byzantine churches, all nestled amongst elegant 19th century neo-classical buildings and designer stores.
the modern athenian is in love with every part of this city’s past yet embraces the modern vibes of the new with vigour. colourful street art, gastro eateries, trendy bars and a feeling of living in the moment make this a destination which continues to be an all-time classic.
n an unassuming street directly just under the acropolis, in the atmospheric old quarter of plaka, next to the brand new acropolis museum, aeolis is located in one of the city’s most exclusive areas.
currently run as a hostel it could be transformed into an exclusive, luxury boutique hotel for city center breaks, making it an ideal investment prospect. another alter native is for aeolis to become a unique family home, where you and your family and friends would enjoy spending time together in the spacious courtyard. a premium outdoor space within the city.
aeolis is a wonderful art-deco mansion, in one of athens oldest and finest neighbourhoods.
the property exterior is classed as “protected”. the interiors consist of ground floor, three floors, plus a basement. there are currently nine bedrooms and ten bathrooms. the bedrooms can be increased to fourteen. a fantastic wood and marble art-deco staircase makes a wonderful feature in the reception area, connecting the floors in style.
the immediate area that surrounds aeolis presents a palpable sense of history. visitors can follow the ancient paths winding around the acropolis, the temple of zeus, byzantine churches, neoclassical mansions, small eclectic museums and the new world-class acropolis museum – all of which are within a seven minute walk. traditional greek tavernas line the cobbled streets, as do the traditional greek blues houses (rembetika).
venturing a few minutes further by foot, takes you to the shopping district of ermou, hunt for antiques at monastiraki’s flea market, follow the footsteps of socrates at the ancient marketplace, sipping coffee in kolonaki, or in the vibrant party areas of gazi or psyrri.
all essential amenities are accessible including direct transport links to the airport (30 minutes away by metro or bus), easy access to the beach at glyfada (via tram or metro) and train links to the south cost port of piraeus.
