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Cultural Events: Athens’ Stones to ‘Speak’ Again in Summer 2023

“The Stones Speak” cultural program returns to Athens’ archaeological sites and museums, enriching tourism with ancient Greek literature through theatrical performances.

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 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.

Athens: Where to Donate to Help Earthquake Victims in Turkey and Syria

The Municipality of Athens will be collecting donations of essential supplies to help the earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria.

Athens Hosts Outdoor Exhibitions in Memory of the Holocaust Victims

A double outdoor photo exhibition, held in memory of the victims of the Holocaust, is being held in Athens.

Athens Municipality Services Become 100% Digital

The Municipality of Athens has announced that all of its services for citizens and businesses in the Greek capital are now 100% digital.

Two New Municipal Dog Parks Open in Athens

The Municipality of Athens has recently opened two dog parks at the Gendarmerie School Park near Mesogeion Avenue and on the Lambrakis Hill in Neos Kosmos.

Athens New Year’s Celebrations Get the Spotlight on CNN

The city of Athens welcomed 2023 with an audiovisual show full of music and fireworks that was broadcast through CNN around the world.

Athens’ Neighborhoods to Transform into Christmas Villages

Ten Athenian neighborhoods will transform into Christmas villages that will host a series of festive events and activities for children and everyone young at heart.

Omonoia Christmas Market Opens in Athens!

From Saturday, December 17, and for the next weeks Omonoia, one of the most famous square's in Athens city center, will be home to a special Christmas market.

Athens Xmas 2022: Concerts, Parties and Church Sessions in City Center

The Municipality of Athens has organized many Christmas concerts and parties for all musical tastes, aiming to entertain residents and visitors of the city center.

Athens’ Tourism Campaign Takes Over NYC’s Times Square and London’s Underground

New Yorkers and Londoners recently got a sample of what Athens has to offer tourists through a campaign titled “You Belong in Athens”.

Athens – NYC Mayors Agree to Work Together Under Sister City Deal

Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis and NYC Mayor Eric Adams have signed a sister city agreement, which paves the way for joint initiatives in several fields including tourism.

‘Cities of Tomorrow’ Displayed in Athens Center

Vassilisis Olgas Avenue, near the center of Athens, is hosting an open-air exhibition of art creations showing the “Cities of Tomorrow”.

‘Stay in Athens’ by Mastercard Initiative Promotes Greek Capital for Travel in November

The third edition of the “Stay in Athens” by Mastercard initiative will run in November aiming to promote the Greek capital as an autumn city-break destination.

New CEO Named for Athens Development and Destination Management Agency

The Athens Development and Destination Management Agency (ADDMA), the official DMO of the Greek capital, has appointed Epameinondas Mousios as new chief executive officer.

Athens’ National Garden to ‘Host’ Augmented Reality Contemporary Art Exhibition

The National Garden of Athens will transform into a contemporary art space through Augmented Reality (AR) technology as part of the “Seeing the Invisible” international exhibition.

Athens Municipality Improving Areas to Spruce Up City

The Municipality of Athens is carrying out an ambitious revamp project in its 129 neighborhoods aiming to transform the Greek capital into a modern, sustainable city.

Athens Launches ‘Heat Alert’, Opens Air-conditioned Spaces for Heatwave

The Municipality of Athens has launched a “Heat Alert” system, informing residents and visitors of extreme hot weather and providing information on protection measures.

Athens Agora: The ‘Largest Open Mall’ Aims to Attract More Visitors to Greek Capital

The ambitious Athens Agora project or “largest open mall”, a joint initiative of the Athens Chamber of Tradesmen, Athens Municipality and the Greek National Tourism Organization, is aiming to attract more visitors to the Greek capital.