This weekend, Athens will once again take center stage as the 42nd “Athens Marathon. The Authentic” welcomes a record-breaking 76,800 runners from 126 countries across five continents – reinforcing its status as a flagship for both international sportsmanship and Greece’s rapidly growing sports tourism sector.

The heart of global bartending beats once again in Athens this year, as the 15th Athens Bar Show returns from November 4 to 5 to showcase Greece’s gastronomy and refined drinking scene.

Fantasizing about a getaway in Greece? Be energized by the Athenian pleasures and treasures of expat Diane Kochilas, whose love of this land and insider know-how are sure to set your sights aloft.

Athens’ Parthenon, an enduring monument of ancient Greek civilization, has completed a major restoration project that has spanned over two decades.

This city known primarily for its monumental historic sites harbors a surprisingly dynamic contemporary art scene where complex legacy inspires uniquely vibrant creative takes.

As indicated by a recent report by Airports Council International Europe (ACI Europe), Greek airports have ranked as the leading performers in European passenger traffic in the first half of 2025. There was a 7.6% increase in passenger traffic at Athens International Airport, which makes it one of the most successful airports in Europe, joining Copenhagen.

Athens continues to strengthen its position as a leading destination for professionals seeking to blend work and leisure, climbing to 12th place globally in the latest 2025 “Work from Anywhere Barometer” of the International Workplace Group (IWG). The report, released annually, evaluates 40 global cities across various criteria, such as climate, internet speed, accessibility of co-working spaces, cultural offerings, and the availability of digital nomad visas, to determine the most attractive urban hubs for remote and hybrid work.

Athens, long celebrated as the cradle of Western civilisation, is re-emerging as one of Europe’s most compelling destinations for international business events. With its blend of ancient heritage and contemporary infrastructure, the Greek capital is redefining what it means to host world-class conferences, exhibitions, and incentive programmes. The city stands at No.7 in Europe and No.10 globally in the latest ICCA city rankings (with 111 qualifying meetings), and the team from the Athens Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is on the front foot and recently took its upbeat messages to IMEX Frankfurt where they completed over 60 B2B meetings and seven group presentations.