Athens has quietly become one of Europe’s most underrated remote-work cities. Between the all-day café culture, strong specialty coffee scene, and neighborhoods built for long lingering conversations, the city is ideal for freelancers, students, writers, and digital nomads.

Unlike many cities where cafés rush you out after one espresso, Athens embraces slow coffee culture. Locals routinely spend hours chatting, reading, or working from cafés, especially in neighborhoods like Pangrati, Exarchia, Psyrri, and Koukaki. Reddit users consistently describe Athens cafés as welcoming to laptop workers, often with free Wi-Fi and no pressure to leave quickly. 

Here are some of the best laptop-friendly cafés across Athens right now.

Best Quiet Café for Deep Focus


@thirdplace.gr

Inspired by the concept of a “third space” between home and office, this café attracts a crowd of digital nomads, students, and freelancers looking for a peaceful environment. 

This is one of the best cafés in central Athens if you:

• Need uninterrupted concentration
• Prefer quieter environments
• Want excellent specialty coffee without loud brunch crowds

The location near Syntagma and Plaka also makes it convenient if you're exploring the center. 

Address: Apollonos 23B, Athens
Telephone: 211 182 4014

Best All-Day Work Café

Papia


@papia.athens

Papia is the kind of place where you arrive for coffee and accidentally stay until evening cocktails.

Located in Pangrati, one of Athens’ coolest residential neighborhoods, Papia combines cozy seating, reliable Wi-Fi, and one of the longest opening hours among laptop-friendly cafés in the city. The atmosphere is quieter than the tourist-heavy center, making it ideal for long workdays. 

Highlights include:

• Comfortable booth seating
• Calm neighborhood vibe
• Great for reading and studying
• Open late compared to most work cafés

Pangrati itself has become a favorite among creatives and remote workers because it feels authentically local while still being central.

Address: Aftomedontos 4, Athina
Telephone: 21 1111 9558

Best Café for Creative Atmosphere

Plegma Coffee & Living


@plegmashop

Part boutique shop, part specialty café, Plegma feels curated without becoming pretentious.

The café is known for its warm interior, natural light, and quieter environment, making it ideal for writers, designers, and anyone who works better in aesthetically pleasing spaces.

It’s especially appealing if you:

• Like calm cafés with good design
• Prefer quieter neighborhoods
• Need a relaxed place for creative work

Address: Efranoros 10, Athina
Telephone: 210 7018219

Best Brunch + Laptop Combo

NuffSaid.Athens


@nuffsaid_athens

If your ideal workday includes excellent brunch and a relaxed atmosphere, NuffSaid is a strong choice.

The café is known for its large communal tables, friendly staff, and solid brunch menu.

Expect:

• Chill atmosphere
• Big tables
• Good coffee
• Plenty of people quietly working

Address: Didotou 31, Athina
Telephone: 697 1728815

Here is one of our favourites from Jack where he takes us to two of Athens' coolest and most delicious restaurants!

I love tavernas as much as the next guy, but I also love to be surprised by unexpected flavours and interesting spaces, by those little restaurants around little corners of the city that catch your eye as you walk past. Or that you hear about on Facebook ;). In the past couple weeks, I’ve splurged and tried two of the newer food spots around town.

 

Nolan is one of those rare places that, after just one bite, makes you stop and look across at your dinner companion with a look of wonder on your face: ‘Do you taste what I'm tasting? Is it possible that this is real? Is it just me or is this amazing...?’

 

Let me be very clear: Nolan gets my strong recommendation for some of the most interesting food I've had in Athens. The menu, by Greek-Japanese chef Sotiris Kontizas, is small and meant to be shared. The food is carefully prepared and presented. The flavours range from Vietnamese to Thai to Greek - and everything in between. Sophisticated and delicious.

 

The space is small, with around 10 tables in total, so book ahead if possible. On the night I went, they wouldn’t take a reservation prior to 10:00pm - not sure if this is a policy. The space itself has an airy, modern, minimal design, with lots of tall vertical lines. Really friendly service, better than average. Original wine list, easy to find something interesting to go with your interesting meal. And very cool lounge-y soundtrack playing in the background.

 

Dinner for 2 with wine and a full stomach ran to just shy of €60 - this is not your neighbourhood taverna. But if you have the urge to splurge on a really unique meal, Nolan will not disappoint.

 

On another night, I went by Feedel, another newish spot off Ermou, around a tiny corner from the Kapnikarea church. This is a small thoroughly urban spot, owned by the same group that runs Akanthus and Nalu along the Alimos beachfront, among others…  Feedel is billed as ‘urban gastronomy’ – a tasty twist on modern Greek fare. This is a ‘hidden treasure’ in all senses of the word. High quality Greek ingredients, yummy small plates for sharing and an impressive wine list – with a sommelier on staff for those who want a special experience. The plates are quite small, so expect to order lots. This is a sophisticated taverna, with an urban edge. Relaxed, hip vibe, a cool & cozy space, great service, outdoor seating – reservations recommended! You can even grab a spot at the bar. After wine and lots of food, this also takes us into the same price range as Nolan.

 

The Athens food scene is more than tavernas and cafes – I challenge anyone to say otherwise. Happily, there seem to be more and more great spots popping up, with delicious, thoroughly modern food - sort of a ‘food renaissance’ born out of (and in spite of?) crisis… Bon apetit!

Until next week,

Jack

 

Voulis 31, Syntagma

+30 210 324 3545

 

Ktena 1, Athens

+30 210 321 0551

Greece is a world renowned travel destination known especially for summer holidays and more recently for its incredible winter locales. As a country so full of extraordinary landscapes and impressive historical sites, there are hundreds of landmarks spread across the mainland and the islands. Here are some suggestions for landmarks in Greece that combine both history and natural beauty and that are excellent for visiting any time of the year!

Arguably the most important landmark in Greece is the celebrated Parthenon Temple of the Athens Acropolis, symbol of the ancient Greek civilization. Situated on top of a rocky hill, overlooking the city of Athens, the Parthenon is a temple built in the 5th century BC and originally dedicated to the goddess Athena. Made of Pentelic marble, this is a unique example of ancient Greek architecture.

A natural wonder, the caldera of Santorini is one of the most famous Greek landmarks. The caldera is actually part of a submerged volcano, created by an explosion about 3500 years ago. The impressive red cliffs of the caldera are better admired from the white villages constructed along the cliffs, such as Fira, Oia & Imerovigli.

The ancient sanctuary of Delphi is one of the most famous ancient Greek landmarks. Set in marvelous green surroundings, Delphi was a religious and cultural centre of the ancient Greek world, with prominent constructions, such as the temple of Apollo, used as an oracle, the ancient theatre and the sanctuary of Athena Pronea. It is suggested to visit the site in spring, when nature is in full bloom.

Ancient Olympia, one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece, was built around the 6th century BC. This is actually the original site of the ancient Olympic Games, which started as athletic competitions in honour of the god Zeus. The ancient sanctuary of Olympia included many impressive buildings, including the Temple of Zeus, the Ancient Stadium, the Gymnasium and several others sites.

Enter the magic of the Medieval world by taking a stroll around the cobbled streets of the Old Town of Rhodes Island. This Medieval town, constructed as a stronghold by the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem during the Venetian occupation, is an UNESCO World Heritage site and a highly romantic destination.

The most important monuments, still excellently preserved, are the Palace of the Grand Master, the Old Hospital now turned into an Archaeological Museum and the Street of the Knights.

The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus is surely among the most famous Greek landmarks. Located next to the ancient sanctuary of god Asklepius, this theatre was actually where the religious festivities and theatre performances to honor the god would take place. Today the theatre still works and hosts drama performances during the summer, attracting thousands of visitors and tourists.

A very important monastic community and a highly spiritual destination, the monasteries of Meteora are considered among the most famous Greek landmarks, attracting thousands of tourists and pilgrims every year. Built by monks on top of gigantic rock formations, these extraordinary monasteries date back to the 14th century and host many historical treasures. Six monasteries are still in use, situated above Kalambaka town in Thessaly.

To find out more great landmards, please visit: Greece Trip

Those interested in renting out their properties, homes or flats in Greece on Airbnb must meet the following requirements as set out by the economy, finance and tourism ministries.

According to a recent government decision effective November 1, 2015, interested parties can lease properties that meet the standards of self-catering accommodation (furnished villas and rooms/apartments) subject to the provisions in article 46 of law 4179/2013 (A ‘175), without possessing the special accommodation sticker and with no set duration. Previously, in order to lease accommodation for less than 30 days, the special sticker was required.

Additionally, should owners of any of the above accommodation types provide services (cleaning, catering, protection) these will be taxed accordingly as income and be subject to the applicable laws as laid out by the finance ministry.

According to the current tax system, income from renting properties is taxed according to the following scale: for income less/equal than 12,000 euros, the tax rate is 11 percent, while for income over 12,000 euros, the rate is 33 percent. These rates may change once new tax legislation is voted in parliament.

Owners wishing to engage in business activity and lease their property solely as a tourist accommodation [Article 1 of Law 4276/2014 (A 155)], must obtain legal authorization by local licensing and supervisory boards and obtain the special operations sticker. Different tax rules apply to properties registered as “tourist accommodation.”

Source: Greek Travel Pages

In 2015, international tourist arrivals to Greece grew by seven per cent and reached 23.6 million, while exports generated by the sector increased by six per cent to €14.2 billion.

United Nations World Tourism Organisation secretary general, Taleb Rifai, has expressed the confidence of the organisation in the continued growth of the tourism sector in Greece, saying: “We have no doubt that Greece will maintain a powerful image worldwide as a major tourism destination and that the country will consolidate its growth in 2016, as shown by booking trends.”

This vow of support is timely for Greece as the country is advancing implementation of its new tourism policy framework, launched in 2015 to enhance international tourism. The diversification of the touristic offer benefits Greek hospitality, as does the development of new destinations and the opening of new high-end accommodation facilities and services.

Source: BreakingTravelNews

With temperatures rising and the sun starting to shine, spring is in the air. It's the perfect time of year to enjoy a bike ride in Athens!

Here are our favorite bike routes in and around Athens that will get you exploring the city on two wheels. 

SEF Stadium - Glyfada
Distance: 13.5 km


📍 Peace and Friendship Stadium (SEF), Piraeus. @metalvein_gr

Along the coast on Poseidonos Avenue and the tram lines, next to the sea, the wide sidewalks are ideal for a bike ride under the shade of palm trees - a route especially perfect in the evening when the sea is magnificent. Park your car at Karaiskaki Stadium Parking or take the train to SEF Stadium (Ilektrikos - green line) and start your bike ride from this point.


Neo Faliro - Pireus - Monastiraki

Distance: 7.55 km


📍 Piraiki, Piraeus. @danis_p_gr

Although it may sound scary to many, this is actually a very safe route. You'll travel along tree-planted streets with little traffic. The route mainly consists of straight paths that go through the picturesque neighborhoods of Petralona before arriving at Monastiraki Square.

Lake Marathon
Distance: 32 km

Now that the weather is getting warmer, what better way to explore the city's beautiful neighbourhoods and the historical center of Athens than by bike!

And if you don't own a bike, not to worry! The City of Athens has officially launched a pilot project, like so many other European capitals, for its own bike sharing service. The bicycles will be initially available at Technopolis in Gazi and the service has been available to the public since Thursday March 3rd, 2016.

AthensBikes, as the initiative is called, is a service that offers locals and visitors the opportunity to rent a bicycle in Athens for a small fee. For more information visit their website (in English) here.

 

Source: iefimerida

Technopolis is a well known venue for cultural shows, exhibitions and concerts in the Gazi area of Athens. It is also home to the Industrial Gas Museum. This museum gives fascinating insight into a short lived technological period. It helped transform Athens from pre-independence ramshackle village, to  a modern city.

At the time in 1833, Athens certainly looked nothing like the city we see today. In fact, it was little more than a collection of ramshackle houses located in the Plaka area. At the time of independence from the Ottoman empire, the population was barely 5000. Hard to imagine when you see it today!

When King Otto took up residence in Athens, he (or his aides), embarked on a massive development plan for Athens. Grand neo-classical buildings were designed and built, parliaments organised, and industry encouraged. One of the modern developments, was the task of providing street lighting. From 1857 until around 1917, this was done solely with coal gas. It was gradually phased out as electric lights replaced gas street lighting. The coal gas was produced at the gasworks in Gazi, and employed thousands of people. The Industrial Gas Museum was created as a way to display the technologies of just 100 years ago, and demonstrate how things have changed.

To learn more about the museum, please visit: Daves Travel Pages

Industrial Gas Museum Athens
Website: http://www.technopolis-athens.com/web/guest/museum
Address: Peiraios 100, Athens, 11854

Learning a new language is not always easy - especially Greek! When you relocate to a country where you don’t speak the language, it is always a good idea to try and learn the language or at least a few words. Here are some tips to make learning Greek just a bit easier!

1. Learn the alphabet and listen to people speaking. It is important to learn how to pronounce the letters in the alphabet and once you know this, you will have no trouble being understood or pronouncing words.

2. Learn basic grammar. Many language teachers plunge into grammar without teaching the simple basics or teaching a single word. Many people will agree that it is best to initially learn a few of the basic rules such as the ‘to be’ rule and focus on learning words and phrases - grammar will come later.

3. Read road signs. Practice your language skills by reading road signs. It is a great way to familiarize yourself with your surroundings but also to help you remember and recognize letters of the alphabet.

4. Read subtitles. Many tv shows and films on Greek TV are in English with Greek subtitles. Reading the Greek subtitles while listening to the film in English is an excellent way to learn new words.

5. Listen to Greek music. Greece has many genres of music from traditional to modern, listening to Greek music while you work or just having it on while you're at home will help you pick up new phrases, not to mention enjoying great songs!

6. Talk with the locals. Not only is this a great way to integrate and meet people in your local community, but practicing speaking Greek is probably the greatest way to learn the lingo. Spending some of your day interacting with people you meet at shops, on the street or on the bus, will help you learn pronunciation, word order, grammar, and everyday phrases.

Learning Greek can be fun ~ enjoy!!

To read more tips, please visit: GreekReporter

The Thessaloniki-based group Argo will represent Greece at the 2016 Eurovision Song Contest in Stockholm, Sweden from 10 to 14 May.

The song ‘Utopian Land’ includes Greek and English lyrics, incorporates the traditional Pontian lyra with contemporary rhythms and refers to the refugee crisis combining hip hop and folk music. ERT president Dionysis Tsaknis said that they wanted Greece to be represented by a song that will send a message to Europe about what the Greek people are facing now.

Source: Protothema