Cafés

Athenians, like most Greeks, love their coffee, especially their frappé, an iced shaken and stirred beverage that is consumed year-round. For Athenians, like their European counterparts, drinking a cup of coffee is a ritual that is often accompanied by a parea (a group of friends), good conversation and people- watching or reading the newspaper.

The up and coming area of Gazi has many small bars and cafés where mostly young artists and designers hang out. If you find yourself in a more glamorous mood, check out the major clubs. They can be a bit strict with face control, but once you get in, you can dance to contemporary foreign and Greek beats. For an alternative night out, try the Exarchia and Psirri areas.

Visit: Athens Nightlife

Tipping in Greek restaurants and cafés is optional

People in Athens Greece are extrovert, they enjoy celebrating and they are always willing to help a foreigner. When the weather is nice Athenians hang out in cafés, - Athens is the city of innumerable beautiful cafés! It is probably the only city in the world where coffee drinking has developed into an art. The menu of a café in Athens includes more than 10 different types of coffee, which is served with cookies or chocolate.

Whether you are a sea or a mountain lover gambler, Athens can satisfy your taste. Situated at the top of Parnitha Mountain, at 1055m above sea level, the Regency Casino Mont Parnes offers its visitor not only a unique, panoramic view of the capital but also a large number of traditional casino games and slot machines, as well as a fancy restaurant and café-bar. It takes about 30 minutes to get there by car from the city center.