A walk around Plaka and Thesio (despite the touristy feel) offers a look into how Athens used to be up until recently. Of course, one could do a day trip to Sounio to see the Temple of Poseidon and combine it with a swim at a nearby beach along the Athenian Riviera.
ATHENS
Located in the heart of historic Athens, Woo Suites is minutes away from both the Syntagma and the Monastiraki Metro station and easily reached by taxi or limo service. We are walking distance from archaeological and cultural hotspots, as well as the vibrant food and bar scene, and just a stone’s throw away from the main shopping pedestrian avenue of Ermou Street.
Archaeological and Cultural Hotspots
The Acropolis Museum is a “must-see” combined with a visit to the Parthenon; the Archaeological Museum will also require a good part of your morning but worth it; the Panathenaic Stadium where the Olympics were revived is close to the Olympian Zeus site; a bird’s eye view of Athens from the top of the Lycabettus hill on a clear day is rewarding; the recently opened National Gallery is close to the center and well worth a visit; don’t forget to check the Herodian Theatre, the ISNF, and the Megaron schedules for unique concerts and opera nights.
Food and Bar Scene
Casual sea food meal on your doorstep at the “Barbounaki”; Exquisite fine dining sea food meal at the “Milos”; Authentic Greek kebab at “Thanassis” in Monastiraki; Supposedly the best souvlaki at “Kostas” is a three minute walk from us; Hands down the best burger in town at “JuicyGrill”; Mezes meets Parisian bistro at “Cherchez la femme”; Charcuterie and Fromagerie meets Mezes at “Ta Karamanlidika” for a traditional bucolic meal next to the main meat and fish market; Ice Cream galore at the “Le Greche”; Book in advance for the awarded “The Clumsies” bar and the “Baba Au Rum”> bar; Enjoy Italian pasta and pizza at ”Frankie” in Kolonaki; Pre-dinner bubbles at “The Warehouse” just around the corner; Lunch or Dinner or drinks at the “Green Tent” with stunning views of Athens and the nearby islands from the Lycabettus hill; Missing out on your spicy food? Book a table at “Mamacita – Taquería” just around the corner from us; In need of amazing deserts and great coffee – stop by the “Little Kook”; Fine dining at its best at the “GB Roof Garden” Michelin star restaurant; Modern Greek fine dining cuisine at “Aleria” in Keramikos
Shopping
Ermou street, just two streets away from Woo Suites, is packed with shops, boutiques, and department stores covering a wide range of styles. It begins at the Syntagma Square and ends at Monastiraki flea market where one can find souvenirs as well. For a posher experience, visit the Kolonaki area with its street cafes and upscale boutiques such as LV, Cartier, Ralph Lauren, Bulgari, and Prada.
