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The Greek Culture Ministry and Piraeus Bank will collaborate to transform the Peiraios 260 industrial complex into a premier cultural hub in Athens.

Athens now officially has a DMMO, marking a significant milestone in the municipality’s efforts to strengthen its tourism strategy.

The most prominent representatives of international and domestic tourism will gather in Athens this April for the “This is Athens – Agora” event, formerly known as “Travel Trade Athens”.

The 13th Athens Half Marathon will take place on March 9, featuring redesigned routes that pass by 40 iconic landmarks of the Greek capital.

A new initiative by the Municipality of Athens offers residents and visitors the chance to explore the city’s rich history through guided walking tours.

Athens ranks among the “Safest Cities for Female Business Travelers” in the world, according to TMC Good Travel Management.

For the first time in its history, the European Film Academy has chosen Athens as the host city for the 39th European Film Awards.

The Municipality of Athens welcomed 2025 with high spirits, music, dance, an aerial drone show, and silent fireworks in a spectacular celebration at Syntagma Square.

Over 15,000 people welcomed 2025 at Athens’ Christmas Village celebrating with an upbeat concert, an outdoor party and impressive light and drone shows.

Athens is included in the 2025 World’s Best Cities Report, praised for its historic landmarks and ambitious regeneration projects.

Athens’ public transport system will soon benefit from 100 new electric buses, according to a recent announcement by the Ministry of Transport.

Juneyao Air will increase its flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Athens from three to four per week, starting April 13. 2025.

Attica gears up to welcome 2025 with a lively concert at Pedion tou Areos’ Christmas Village in Athens on New Year’s Eve, December 31.

Athens Municipality celebrates the 150th anniversary of Athens City Hall with a pioneering 3D virtual tour showcasing the building’s unique history.

Athens is set to usher in 2025 with an unforgettable celebration at Syntagma Square on New Year’s Eve, Tuesday, December 31.

Athens is not experiencing overtourism, but findings highlight its vulnerability due to rising visitor numbers and the strain on its infrastructure.

The MICHELIN Guide has unveiled its 2024 selection of Athens’ finest restaurants, offering both local food enthusiasts and international gourmets a comprehensive guide to the Greek capital’s exceptional culinary scene.

Athens emerged as a standout destination in 2024, achieving an impressive 17% year-on-year growth and securing a spot in ForwardKeys’ ranking of top-performing global destinations.

Athens, Santorini and Crete ranked among the top European and global destinations for 2025 in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking.

Athens on December 21 will welcome the festive season with ten vibrant parties and events, all framed by the city’s dazzling Christmas decorations.