The real estate market: burgeoning<\/strong><\/h2>\nPrices have risen by 100% in Athens over the last five years.<\/strong> The most popular neighbourhoods are Kolonaki, Anaktora and the historic centre. The southern suburbs are developing thanks to the Hellinikon Project. Some areas of the northern suburbs, like Filothei and Psychiko where the embassies and private schools are located, are in vogue. For high-end properties, average prices range from \u20ac6,000\/sq.m in the north to \u20ac7,000 in the centre and \u20ac8,000 in the south. Premium properties can reach double that.<\/p>\nOur advice:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\u201cDon't be afraid to take the less travelled path, explore and invest in less well-known destinations.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\nThe best places to invest or live:<\/strong> Close to the airport or one of the three ports in Athens for easy access to the islands. Generally speaking, the best places to live outside the capital are the coasts and the islands in the centre and south, with their Mediterranean climate and mild winters, says Katerina Mitsotaki, Director of <\/em>BARNES Greece.<\/em><\/p>\nArt of living<\/span><\/h2>\nBARNES has put together a selection of top recommendations for those looking to escape to Greece and discover all that this legendary country has to offer. Diaries at the ready!<\/p>\n
The hottest reservations in town<\/strong><\/h2>\n\u00a0<\/strong>Balthazar<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/sobarnes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Restaurant-B2.png\")
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\u00a9Facebook Balthazar<\/em><\/p>\nThis neo-Classical building, dating from 1897 and set at the heart of one of the few gardens still remaining in the centre of Athens, is a must for eating out. Its Chef Christoforos Peskias serves up creative cuisine with a mix of Mediterranean, Italian and Japanese influences.<\/p>\n
Tsocha 27, Athina 115 21, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a0<\/em>A for Athens<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/sobarnes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/A-for-Athenes.png\")
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\u00a9Facebook A for Athens Cocktail Bar<\/em><\/p>\nBetween Syntagma and Monastiraki, the most fashionable bars are all about the dolce vita. For an idyllic view cocktail in hand, head to the rooftop of this panoramic bar.<\/p>\n
Miaouli 2, Athina 105 54, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nDionysos Zonar\u2019s<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/sobarnes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Dionysos-Zonars.png\")
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\u00a9Facebook Dionysos Zonar's<\/em><\/p>\nAthens\u2019 legendary restaurant, where the cream of society has dined since the 1960s, boasts a spectacular location affording one of the most impressive vistas to be found over the Acropolis. An elegance and sophistication that extends to its dishes.<\/p>\n
43, Rovertou Galli St. 11742 Athens, Greece\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a0<\/em>Hoocut<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/sobarnes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Hoocut.png\")
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\u00a9Facebook Hoocut<\/em><\/p>\nFor a quick bite to eat, head to this spot for a traditional Greek sandwich with a haute cuisine take (5 Athenian chefs: Periklis Koskinas, Manos Zournatzis, Spyros and Vagelis Liakos). The attraction? A tantalising choice of pittas filled with finely sliced meats.<\/p>\n
Pl. Agias Irinis 9, Athina 105 63, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nCulture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\u00a0<\/strong>Galerie Zoumboulakis<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/sobarnes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Galerie.png\")
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\u00a9Od\u00e9on_d'H\u00e9rode_Atticus<\/em><\/p>\nThis contemporary art gallery in the very chic Kolonaki district is considered one of the leading venues in Athens for the Greek artistic scene. Don\u2019t miss out on a visit to discover the latest emerging artists!<\/p>\n
20 Kolonaki sq, 10673 Athens<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nThe Od\u00e9on of H\u00e9rode Atticus<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/sobarnes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Atticus.png\")
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\u00a9Od\u00e9on_d'H\u00e9rode_Atticus<\/em><\/p>\nTheatre and music reverberate off the sides of this incredible amphitheatre built in 161 (then rebuilt) at the foot of the Acropolis of Athens. A unique experience under the stars.<\/p>\n
Dionysiou Areopagitou, Athina 105 55, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nTake in a movie<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/sobarnes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Cine-thisio.png\")
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\u00a9Cine thisio<\/em><\/p>\nA trip to the open-air cinema when the weather turns fine is a staple fixture on the Athenian calendar. The seats at the \u201cStella\u201d - named after the character played by Melina Mercouri in the 1955 film \u201cStella\u201d - are even red like in the movies and the film listing is always top rate. Whatever the film, it\u2019s worth it just for the experience.<\/p>\n
Tenedou 34, Athina 113 61, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nShopping<\/strong><\/h2>\nSouvenir ceramics<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/sobarnes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/brandBABj9f0X1bg-2022-03-10T195403.338.png\")
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\u00a9Site Afutureperfect<\/em><\/p>\nMust-haves for your interiors, ceramic objects by the artist and winegrower Alexandra Manousakis make for the perfect souvenirs. Strokes in the style of Picasso and bold colours all decorate everyday tableware. Get yours at A Future Perfect & Friends, the chic boutique-bazar in Athens<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Our advice:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\u201cDon't be afraid to take the less travelled path, explore and invest in less well-known destinations.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\nThe best places to invest or live:<\/strong> Close to the airport or one of the three ports in Athens for easy access to the islands. Generally speaking, the best places to live outside the capital are the coasts and the islands in the centre and south, with their Mediterranean climate and mild winters, says Katerina Mitsotaki, Director of <\/em>BARNES Greece.<\/em><\/p>\nArt of living<\/span><\/h2>\nBARNES has put together a selection of top recommendations for those looking to escape to Greece and discover all that this legendary country has to offer. Diaries at the ready!<\/p>\n
The hottest reservations in town<\/strong><\/h2>\n\u00a0<\/strong>Balthazar<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/p>\n
\u00a9Facebook Balthazar<\/em><\/p>\nThis neo-Classical building, dating from 1897 and set at the heart of one of the few gardens still remaining in the centre of Athens, is a must for eating out. Its Chef Christoforos Peskias serves up creative cuisine with a mix of Mediterranean, Italian and Japanese influences.<\/p>\n
Tsocha 27, Athina 115 21, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a0<\/em>A for Athens<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/p>\n
\u00a9Facebook A for Athens Cocktail Bar<\/em><\/p>\nBetween Syntagma and Monastiraki, the most fashionable bars are all about the dolce vita. For an idyllic view cocktail in hand, head to the rooftop of this panoramic bar.<\/p>\n
Miaouli 2, Athina 105 54, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nDionysos Zonar\u2019s<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/p>\n
\u00a9Facebook Dionysos Zonar's<\/em><\/p>\nAthens\u2019 legendary restaurant, where the cream of society has dined since the 1960s, boasts a spectacular location affording one of the most impressive vistas to be found over the Acropolis. An elegance and sophistication that extends to its dishes.<\/p>\n
43, Rovertou Galli St. 11742 Athens, Greece\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a0<\/em>Hoocut<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/p>\n
\u00a9Facebook Hoocut<\/em><\/p>\nFor a quick bite to eat, head to this spot for a traditional Greek sandwich with a haute cuisine take (5 Athenian chefs: Periklis Koskinas, Manos Zournatzis, Spyros and Vagelis Liakos). The attraction? A tantalising choice of pittas filled with finely sliced meats.<\/p>\n
Pl. Agias Irinis 9, Athina 105 63, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nCulture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\u00a0<\/strong>Galerie Zoumboulakis<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/p>\n
\u00a9Od\u00e9on_d'H\u00e9rode_Atticus<\/em><\/p>\nThis contemporary art gallery in the very chic Kolonaki district is considered one of the leading venues in Athens for the Greek artistic scene. Don\u2019t miss out on a visit to discover the latest emerging artists!<\/p>\n
20 Kolonaki sq, 10673 Athens<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nThe Od\u00e9on of H\u00e9rode Atticus<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/p>\n
\u00a9Od\u00e9on_d'H\u00e9rode_Atticus<\/em><\/p>\nTheatre and music reverberate off the sides of this incredible amphitheatre built in 161 (then rebuilt) at the foot of the Acropolis of Athens. A unique experience under the stars.<\/p>\n
Dionysiou Areopagitou, Athina 105 55, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nTake in a movie<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/p>\n
\u00a9Cine thisio<\/em><\/p>\nA trip to the open-air cinema when the weather turns fine is a staple fixture on the Athenian calendar. The seats at the \u201cStella\u201d - named after the character played by Melina Mercouri in the 1955 film \u201cStella\u201d - are even red like in the movies and the film listing is always top rate. Whatever the film, it\u2019s worth it just for the experience.<\/p>\n
Tenedou 34, Athina 113 61, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nShopping<\/strong><\/h2>\nSouvenir ceramics<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/p>\n
\u00a9Site Afutureperfect<\/em><\/p>\nMust-haves for your interiors, ceramic objects by the artist and winegrower Alexandra Manousakis make for the perfect souvenirs. Strokes in the style of Picasso and bold colours all decorate everyday tableware. Get yours at A Future Perfect & Friends, the chic boutique-bazar in Athens<\/a>.<\/p>\n
The best places to invest or live:<\/strong> Close to the airport or one of the three ports in Athens for easy access to the islands. Generally speaking, the best places to live outside the capital are the coasts and the islands in the centre and south, with their Mediterranean climate and mild winters, says Katerina Mitsotaki, Director of <\/em>BARNES Greece.<\/em><\/p>\n BARNES has put together a selection of top recommendations for those looking to escape to Greece and discover all that this legendary country has to offer. Diaries at the ready!<\/p>\n \u00a9Facebook Balthazar<\/em><\/p>\n This neo-Classical building, dating from 1897 and set at the heart of one of the few gardens still remaining in the centre of Athens, is a must for eating out. Its Chef Christoforos Peskias serves up creative cuisine with a mix of Mediterranean, Italian and Japanese influences.<\/p>\n Tsocha 27, Athina 115 21, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a9Facebook A for Athens Cocktail Bar<\/em><\/p>\n Between Syntagma and Monastiraki, the most fashionable bars are all about the dolce vita. For an idyllic view cocktail in hand, head to the rooftop of this panoramic bar.<\/p>\n Miaouli 2, Athina 105 54, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a9Facebook Dionysos Zonar's<\/em><\/p>\n Athens\u2019 legendary restaurant, where the cream of society has dined since the 1960s, boasts a spectacular location affording one of the most impressive vistas to be found over the Acropolis. An elegance and sophistication that extends to its dishes.<\/p>\n 43, Rovertou Galli St. 11742 Athens, Greece\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a9Facebook Hoocut<\/em><\/p>\n For a quick bite to eat, head to this spot for a traditional Greek sandwich with a haute cuisine take (5 Athenian chefs: Periklis Koskinas, Manos Zournatzis, Spyros and Vagelis Liakos). The attraction? A tantalising choice of pittas filled with finely sliced meats.<\/p>\n Pl. Agias Irinis 9, Athina 105 63, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a9Od\u00e9on_d'H\u00e9rode_Atticus<\/em><\/p>\n This contemporary art gallery in the very chic Kolonaki district is considered one of the leading venues in Athens for the Greek artistic scene. Don\u2019t miss out on a visit to discover the latest emerging artists!<\/p>\n 20 Kolonaki sq, 10673 Athens<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a9Od\u00e9on_d'H\u00e9rode_Atticus<\/em><\/p>\n Theatre and music reverberate off the sides of this incredible amphitheatre built in 161 (then rebuilt) at the foot of the Acropolis of Athens. A unique experience under the stars.<\/p>\n Dionysiou Areopagitou, Athina 105 55, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a9Cine thisio<\/em><\/p>\n A trip to the open-air cinema when the weather turns fine is a staple fixture on the Athenian calendar. The seats at the \u201cStella\u201d - named after the character played by Melina Mercouri in the 1955 film \u201cStella\u201d - are even red like in the movies and the film listing is always top rate. Whatever the film, it\u2019s worth it just for the experience.<\/p>\n Tenedou 34, Athina 113 61, Greece<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a9Site Afutureperfect<\/em><\/p>\n Must-haves for your interiors, ceramic objects by the artist and winegrower Alexandra Manousakis make for the perfect souvenirs. Strokes in the style of Picasso and bold colours all decorate everyday tableware. Get yours at A Future Perfect & Friends, the chic boutique-bazar in Athens<\/a>.<\/p>\nArt of living<\/span><\/h2>\n
The hottest reservations in town<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\u00a0<\/strong>Balthazar<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n
<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/em>A for Athens<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n
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<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/em>Hoocut<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n
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\u00a0<\/strong>Galerie Zoumboulakis<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n
<\/p>\nThe Od\u00e9on of H\u00e9rode Atticus<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n
<\/p>\nTake in a movie<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n
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Souvenir ceramics<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n
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