Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Drinking
7
Duende
BAR
An established local haunt, this intimate French brasserie-style bar with sedate music and a
mature crowd is ideal for a quiet meal or drink at the bar.
(Tziraion 2, Makrygianni;
Akropoli)
Local Life
Ancient Promenade
The once traffic-choked streets around Athens' historic centre were transformed into a spectacular 3km pedestrian
promenade connecting the city's most significant ancient sites. In the evenings, locals and tourists alike come out in
force for an evening
volta
(walk) along the stunning cobblestone boulevard - one of Europe's longest pedestrian
precincts - under the floodlit Acropolis.
The
grand promenade
starts at Dionysiou Areopagitou, opposite the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and continues
along the southern foothills of the Acropolis, all the way to the Ancient Agora, branching off from Thisio to
Keramikos and Gazi, and north along Adrianou to Monastiraki and Plaka.
8
Tiki Athens
BAR, RESTAURANT
Funky '50s decor, an Asian-inspired menu, plus burgers, and an alternative hip, young
crowd make this a fun place for a drink. Sample the impressive cocktail list to eclectic
sounds ranging from jazz and rockabilly to Tom Waits.
(
210 923 6908;
www.tikiathens.com
;
Fa-
lirou 15, Makrygianni;
4.30pm-late;
Akropoli)
9
Sports Club
BAR, RESTAURANT
