Monastiraki is the place to be in Athens and there are lots of things to do in the area. Explore Monastiraki and learn more about where to eat and what to see in this vibrant neighborhood of Athens in our new post.

Culture, Europe, Food and Drink, Greece, UrbantruevoyagersMarch 19, 2019Monastiraki, Athens, flea market, cafes, Acropolis, Greek foodComment

Best Bookshops and Cafés for Bookworms in Athens

Athens is an ideal place to get connected to the world of literature. Explore the best bookstores of the Greek capital where bookworms from abroad can easily discover their new favorite reads while enjoying their coffee!

Culture, Europe, Greece, UrbantruevoyagersMarch 10, 2019bookstore, bookshop, bookworm, cafes, Athens, literature, travel journalComment

Best Cafes in Koukaki Neighborhood, Athens

Koukaki, one of the most famous Athens neighborhoods, offers many different alternatives for your morning or afternoon coffee breaks. We introduce you to the best cafes in Koukaki where you can enjoy your Greek coffee!

Culture, Europe, Food and Drink, Greece, UrbantruevoyagersMarch 4, 2019coffee, cafes, Koukaki, Athens, neighborhood, bel ray, lotte, kinono, avli, riza rizaComment

The 7 Best Wine Bars in Athens

Athens offers a wide range of wine bars for all tastes and at low prices. We introduce you to the top 7 wine bars of the Greek capital where you can enjoy the gift of Dionysus to the Greeks!

Culture, Food and Drink, Europe, Greece, UrbantruevoyagersFebruary 20, 2019nightlife, wine, wine bars, Athens, bar crawling, Greek cultureComment

The Athens Local Food Travel Guide

Discover the diverse Athens food scene and find out where the locals enjoy traditional Greek food and other delicious international food options in a guest post by Mountain Leon!

Culture, Food and Drink, Europe, Greece, UrbantruevoyagersFebruary 16, 2019local food, Athens, food guide, souvlaki, street food Comments

Best Traditional Greek Desserts and Where to Try Them in Athens (Part 1)

We share with you the best traditional Greek desserts and our go-to places in Athens, if you want to satisfy your everlasting cravings and get a real taste of the Greek traditional dessert cuisine!

Culture, Europe, Food and Drink, Greece, UrbantruevoyagersFebruary 8, 2019dessert, Athens, food spots, galaktoboureko, baklavas, halva, karidopita, bougatsaComment

Day and Weekend Trips from Athens for a Winter Getaway

Greece has to offer various picturesque winter destinations that await for your visit. Our “travelling compass” has searched for and proposes some worth-visiting places during winter in a short distance from Athens.

Adventure, Europe, Greece, NaturetruevoyagersDecember 14, 2018winter, getaway, day trip, Athens, snow, weekend Comment

Top 5 Things to Do in Athens on a Rainy Day

Don’t let the rain ruin your vacations in Athens. Check out our suggestions in our new blog post on how to get the most of your holidays and what to do in Athens even if the weather isn’t your friend!

Culture, Europe, Food and Drink, Greece, UrbantruevoyagersDecember 6, 2018winter, rainy, Athens, things to do, indoorsComment

7 Best Traditional Greek Dishes and Where to Find Them in Athens

Greek cuisine is internationally acclaimed for its taste. But what are the Greek dishes that you need to try during your visit in Athens? Check our list with the top 7 dishes to try and where to find them in Athens!

How to Spend the Perfect Short Layover in Athens

If you have a layover or are going to be in Athens for a day before heading to a Greek Island, then we’ve got you covered! Here is what we suggest for the perfect layover in Athens, Greece.

Culture, Europe, Food and Drink, Greece, Nature, UrbantruevoyagersSeptember 21, 2018layover, Athens, Acropolis, Monastiraki, Koukaki, Metaxourgeio, Gazi, museumComment

Top 10 Ice Cream Places in Athens

Searching for the best ice cream spots in Athens to combat the summer heat? Look no further, as we have compiled a list with the 10 best gelaterias of the city for authentic creamy gelato!

Culture, Europe, Food and Drink, GreecetruevoyagersSeptember 5, 2018Athens, gelato, gelateria, ice cream, craving, iceroll, buffle, waffleComment

Shopping in Athens: Lost and Found in Different Sides of the City

Athens is a big shopping center, where you can find everything you’ve ever wished for, from quirky souvenirs to sophisticated clothing and accessories. Check our guide for the top shopping spots of the city!

Culture, Europe, Greece, UrbantruevoyagersAugust 31, 2018shopping, ermou, kolonaki, mall, souvenirs, glyfada, kifissia, monastiraki, flea market Comment

Exploring Athens Riviera and the City's Southern Suburbs

The Athens Riviera, the large coastal area in the southern suburbs of Athens from Piraeus to the tip of Sounio, is a delightful gem in the buzzing metropolis that should not be missed by visitors in Greece.

Adventure, Europe, Greece, NaturetruevoyagersAugust 23, 2018Athens Rivera, neighborhood, lake Vouliagmeni, Sounio, sunset, Voula, beach, temple of Poseidon, SNFCCComment

The Do's and Don'ts When Traveling in Greece

As a first time visitor to Greece, knowing the “do's and don’ts” of the country gives both to you as tourist and the local people a better experience and helps you avoid any unpleasant encounters!