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Plans for Amateur Panathinaikos Sports Club Facilities Approved

Plans for the facilities that will house Athens’ amateur Panathinaikos sports club were approved this week.

Athens’ Sofia Vembo Square in Ampelokipi Gets a New Look

Athens' Sofia Vembo Square in the Ampelokipi neighborhood has been revamped through the municipality’s “Adopt Your City” program.

Three Iconic Squares in Athens Changing to Welcome New Metro Line

The Municipality of Athens will be launching an open competitions for the revamp of three central squares ahead new metro operations.

Athens Municipality Announces Two New Green Spaces in Sepolia and Rizoupoli Neighbourhoods

The Municipality of Athens plans to create two new green spaces in the Sepolia and Rizoupoli neighborhoods of the Greek capital.

Contract Paves Way for Construction of Panathinaikos Stadium in Athens

The Municipality of Athens signed a contract with a consortium for the construction of the Panathinaikos Stadium in Votanikos.

Greece to Protect Historic Athens Cinemas Ideal and Astor

The Greek Environment Ministry has decided to designate two historic Athens cinemas as protected cultural monuments.

Athens: Landmark Rest Stop on Philopappou Hill to be Restored

The Philopappou Hill rest stop, which is considered a significant landmark in Athens, will undergo restoration after two decades of neglect.

Travel Trade Athens 2023: Greek Tourism Industry Meets Foreign Professionals

The 9th Travel Trade Athens aimed to connect Athenian businesses with international MICE professionals and promote collaboration between public and private sectors.

Athens Municipality Upgrades Citizens’ Helpline

Athens Municipality upgraded its Citizens' Helpline (1595) for direct and efficient response to citizens' concerns, now available 24/7.

Panathinaikos Stadium on Track for 2026 Completion, Says Athens Mayor

Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis confirmed progress of the Panathinaikos Stadium construction, on track for 2026 completion.

Athenian Spring Extravaganza: City Festival Returns

The Athens City Festival is back for its second year, featuring over 200 cultural events taking place throughout May in the Greek capital.

GNTO and Athens Officials Discuss Attica Tourism Promotion

GNTO President Angela Gerekou met with local officials and trade representatives to promote Attica and Athens as tourism and culture destinations.

Athens Mayor Wants to Preserve Historic Cinemas

Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis, city residents and heritage groups are calling for the protection of two historic cinemas.

Athens Recognized for Drug Overdose Prevention at Partnership for Healthy Cities Summit

Athens was among the five cities globally recognized for public health achievements at the Partnership for Healthy Cities Summit in London.

Grand Opening for ‘The Newel Metaxourgeio’ Aparthotel in Athens

The Newel Hospitality Collection held a grand opening event for “The Newel Metaxourgeio”, the latest aparthotel addition to its portfolio in Athens.

Athens’ Iconic Lykavittos Theater to Reopen in Fall

The iconic Lykavittos open-air theater atop Lycabettus Hill in central Athens will be re-opening this fall, according to Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis.

Athens: Brand New Playground Opens in Metaxourgeio Neighborhood

The Municipality of Athens has opened a new state-of-the-art playground where kids can play, run and explore, in the Metaxourgeio neighborhood.

Plans for New Athens Archaeological Museum Revealed

Greek authorities have unveiled plans for the new Athens Archaeological Museum at Plato’s Academy.

Athens: New Playground Opens at Revamped Kalliga Square

The Municipality of Athens has upgraded the historic Kalliga Square in Kato Patisia, adding a playground as part of the Adopt Your City program.

Athens to Turn Central Avenue into Pedestrian Walkway

Works are set to begin to convert central Vasilissis Olgas Avenue in Athens into a pedestrian walkway.