Newsletter November 2024

With the cooler season upon us, Athens transforms into a blend of cosy indoor retreats and inspiring outdoor scenes. This November, we invite you to explore spaces that celebrate creativity and self-expression in every form. Find your nook in a welcoming book café, where stories unfold and ideas take flight; visit tattoo studios crafting art that’s as personal as it is bold; and take a closer look at the city’s typography, where even the signs and letters reflect Athens’ identity.

And, as thousands take to the streets for the Athens Marathon, the city’s enduring energy and community pride shine brighter than ever. Plus, you can dive into our curated recommendations—from audio walks that bring neighbourhoods to life, to culinary delights showcasing the city’s evolving palate. Athens is ready to inspire you at every turn.

For those who find magic in the quiet pages of a book or the simple joy of a cup of coffee in hand, Athens offers cosy spaces where literature, art, and conversation blend seamlessly. Discover a book café culture that brings stories to life, inviting you to relax, reflect, and find new inspiration in the heart of the city.
Athens is lit...erary

Explore the tattoo studios that are redefining self-expression in the Greek capital, where creative minds and skilled techniques turn ink into a true mark of identity in Athens' vibrant tattoo culture.
Leave your mark in Athens

Athens is a city of contrasts, where history and creativity is reflected in even the smallest of details. Beyond the grand architecture lies a world of typography—a graphic language woven into signs and storefronts that bring Athens’ character vividly to life, letter by letter.
Follow the signs

• Follow our award-winning series of curated audio walks with Google, featuring interviews with Athenians who share stories of their city’s past, present, and future, or pause and listen to an engaging audio installation;
• Experience the thrill of the Athens Authentic Marathon and join us in celebrating endurance and community spirit, as thousands of runners from around the world race through the city’s streets;
• Savour the city’s culinary creativity with a taste of modern Greek cuisine at these top spots, where tradition meets innovation on every plate.

Athens Bar Week | November 3-7
Seven of the world’s 100 best bars are in Athens. This exclusive celebration of the city’s and the world’s finest mixology will let you discover why.
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Jason Derulo | November 16
If you find yourself in town this month and plan to attend a big event, make it this one. The R&B global pop sensation makes his Athens debut at the Olympic Complex.
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Aleko & Bluebeard’s Castle | November 12-23
For the first time in opera history, two rarely performed masterpieces are being presented together in a double bill directed by Fanny Ardant at the Greek National Opera.
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Three Tall Women | Until November 29
Edward Albee’s masterpiece comes to life at the Maria Callas Theatre, through powerful performances by acclaimed Greek actresses and the visionary direction of Robert Wilson.
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What if Women Ruled the World? | Until February 16
You’re in luck! The acclaimed exhibition series of the National Museum of Contemporary Art just got extended—and it’s amongst this season’s most thought-provoking art in Athens.
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