Newsletter April 2021
Feel the Spirit of Athens
A classic Athens moment: Meeting friends for a mid-week meal that morphs into nightcaps in a chatty square. Or scoping out a new art show. Or dancing ‘til dawn in a groovy basement bar across town. As our long-held patience percolates into anticipation and (yes) excitement, we share one recurring thought: Not long now. Because we know that the spirit of Athens awaits us, as undimmed and unpredictable as ever. While our city readies this month to reopen to the world, two Athenian icons make a comeback – and we share some virtual tales of Unexpected Athens to ignite your next visit.
Athens Awesome Experiences
Embark on a Live Virtual Tour of Unusual Athens
Virtual tours step into the void left by postponed holidays with live city interactions that make wonderful “appetisers” for the real thing. From ancient secrets to bold urban layers, why not explore some lesser known Athens highlights this April on a friendly virtual adventure? Read More
People's Market by Panagiotis Tetsis.
National Art Gallery
Athens welcomes back its National Gallery of Art
For the better part of a decade, there’s been nowhere for visiting art lovers to trace the story of Greece’s modern artistic evolution under the one roof. But after an intrepid remodel, the nation’s most important art gallery is ready to welcome us again, with the largest single collection of Greek modern art and sculpture. Read More
The Rally of Gods returns to the Acropolis in 2021
One of motorsport’s most legendary events, the Acropolis Rally of Gods, roars back to the Greek capital this September after an eight year absence – and it’s sure to put even the world’s best drivers into a spin. Read More
Where to find the most Beautiful Churches in Athens
While it's still uncertain exactly what shape Greek Easter will take in Athens again this year, we couldn’t miss the chance to shine a light on the city’s most stunning and sacred churches – many of whom play a starring role in Holy Week rituals. Read More
What’s On in Athens in Spring
Faces of the Hero
Jump into a multifaceted bill of visual arts, performances, lectures and readings as culture hub SNFCC explores the archetype of the hero from antiquity until today through art, to mark 200 years since the Greek revolution. Read More
Until 31 December
On-line: Ancient Worship and Greek Hellenism
Engage with the beauty and symbolism of a defining era of Greek art and history at the Cycladic Museum’s outstanding new virtual exhibition.
Until 30 June
A soulful Greek opera and dance performance in two parts that connects the dots between the national narrative of independence and our own time.
During May
Brush up against the bold and bright canvasses of master painter Jannis Varelas and channel spring at this new solo exhibition.
Until 29 May
Great news for the city’s marathon-starved runners, as this favourite spring time race returns this year - two months later than usual.
23 May