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Athens Walks

Walking Through Athens: A Cultural Journey Beyond the Classics

From historic landmarks to edgy street art, explore the city’s past and present while strolling its lively streets and hidden corners.

Athens Walks

The Hills of Athens: The City’s Most Beautiful Walk

A guided journey across Athens’ storied hills, where ancient history, quiet nature, and local life come beautifully together.

Athens Walks

Athens Walks: Exotic Trees and Plants in the Western Suburbs

The Julia and Alexander N. Diomedes Botanical Garden, a green oasis in the western suburb of Haïdari, is preparing to receive visitors again.

Athens Walks

Athens Walks: Exploring the Shores of Lake Beletsi

A handful of hiking routes start from Lake Beletsi, a small manmade lake on the pine-covered eastern slopes of Mt Parnitha.

Athens Walks: A Mountain Hike on Mt Ymittos

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By Natasha Blatsiou

Athens Walks: A Mountain Hike on Mt Ymittos

Where else can you go on a mountain hike just a short…

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Athens Walks: Going With the Flow in Downtown Athens

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By Alexandra Mandrakou

Athens Walks: Going With the Flow in Downtown Athens

An innovative app created by the water company EYDAP reveals curious stories…

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Athens Walks: A Morning on Faskomilia Hill in Vouliagmeni

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By Alexandra Mandrakou

Athens Walks: A Morning on Faskomilia Hill in Vouliagmeni

Go for a walk or run across this 300 acre natural landscape…

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Athens Walks: Exploring the Garden Town of Filothei-Psychiko

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By Giorgos Tsiros

Athens Walks: Exploring the Garden Town of Filothei-Psychiko

This leafy, upscale residential district just north of the Athens center is…

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