Athens News

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”.

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.

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

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.

The Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens has once again earned a spot on the prestigious Gold List of Condé Nast Traveler among the best hotels and resorts for 2025.

Visitors to the Christmas Village in Pedion tou Areos Park, Athens, can enjoy a series of concerts celebrating renowned Greek singers and composers.

The Christmas Village at Pedion tou Areos Park has officially opened, welcoming visitors to a festive holiday setting filled with various activities.

Athina 9.84, Athens’ radio station, will bring Christmas cheer to every corner by broadcasting live from a van traveling through the city’s neighborhoods.

Athens’ Christmas Village at Pedion tou Areos Park will kick off its holiday season on December 8, offering a festive lineup of events and activities for visitors of all ages.

Today, Athens is ranked among the world’s most popular city break destinations, according to Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni.

Athens ranks among the top international Christmas vacation destinations for US travelers, according to 2024 search data.