Nightlife Athens: not just history, art and monuments, the capital of Greece is renowned throughout the world for its nightlife. As the sun, its inhabitants know how to have fun and Athenian nights come alive on the foothills lit. Here is the complete guide to the vibrant nightlife of Athens.
Nightlife Athens
The nightlife in Greece It has a reputation for starting when the rest of Europe has already gone to bed. With more than three million people and thousands of tourists arriving every day, Athens has a very active night life. The Greeks themselves like to go out at night and party till dawn, consequently places out late no shortage! Even the most demanding tourists can have fun until the early morning hours.
One of the most attractive aspects of Athens is in fact its lively nightlife. Tourists visiting for the first time in Athens often are surprised how the Greek capital is so animated during the day as at night. The Athens nightlife is sophisticated and varied. From large beach club with lounge bar fashionable Kolonaki, up to indie bars and intimate of the Psirri and Gazi club, this is a city that never sleeps. There are numerous bars and clubs with hip hop music, house e rock, famous DJs and clubs with Latin music, in addition to the bar to listen to traditional Greek music.
Before you start your evening in Athens, it is important to first know the nightlife begins before 23.00 and that the restaurants and taverns do not close before 2.00, while the bars and discos of Athens remain open until the morning.
The young Greeks prefer small disco bar (called “barakia”) with trendy music or modern Greek music. If you want to experience something less mainstream and socialize with young Athenians, then you should check the numerous parties and events organized by universities (like the School of Fine Arts, the Law School and the University of Athens). Since these parties are usually quite underground, you should inform the locals or students Erasmus, or blogs and unofficial sites of Athens. The music ranges from funky and dubstep rhythms until the punk music. These events will last till morning, there are cheap drinks and you can dance and meet new people. Radio stations also often organize fun parties and they happen to also find invitations with free admission.
The most popular place for the inhabitants of Athens, however, is the famous Bouzouki. The Bouzoukia are a very important aspect of Greek subculture and extremely popular among Greeks. Typically, these are the popular music venues where traditional Greek singers perform live while people celebrated, drink, screams and throws flowers to singers. In these cases not only is smoking allowed inside the premises, but it is also part of the whole ritual, so if you can not stand the cigarette smoke, we recommend you avoid these places. For the rest, The Bouzouki is a unique experience if you want to immerse yourself in the true Athenian nightlife. Find many bouzoukia along the way Iera Odos, as well as the way odòs Pireos.
Athens is a city full of shows and international events, most of which take place during the summer. Among the main events we remember the Rockwave Festival, with concerts by world-renowned artists such as Metallica, Black Sabbath, Prodigy and many more. In late May, the city hosts the Technopolis Jazz Festival, which offers free events not only jazz, but also classical music, hip-hop, rock, up to dance and traditional Greek music.
For the latest events planned in Athens, Please visit the website Athinorama, where you'll find all the news about concerts, shows and new places open in town.
Where to go out at night in Athens
The nightlife of Athens It is concentrated in the various districts around the Acropolis area.
The district ghazi is a destination for lovers of super-clubs. Here there is a large concentration of nightclubs, from fish taverns cafes, to the many discos, and is the ideal destination to spend a fun night in Athens. Here there are also many places where you can listen to traditional Greek music of famous artists. The Gazi district is also the epicenter of the gay scene in Athens.
The bars and local cafes are the undisputed protagonists of the district Psirri, an increasingly animated and full of life. From morning until late at night you can see the young people who go looking for a coffee or attend a tavern where you can enjoy a good greek meal. Rush hour in this district occurs on Sunday afternoon, when local taverns play traditional Greek music to accompany the meal. This festive atmosphere can last until late evening. Psirri is ideal for those who want a casual and traditional evening.
The district Syntagma, between Parliament Square and Monastiraki, home to a large number of small venues that come alive after sunset. The choice ranges from breweries, pubs and clubs offering evening with music of all kinds, from techno to jazz, up to rock and soul.
The district Kolonaki, instead, It is an exclusive suburb and one of the oldest in Athens which perfectly blends the classic with the new. Here you will find several trendy restaurants, sophisticated cocktail bar and luxurious. In Conclusion, an area where luxury and glitz are the masters.
On the contrary, the area of Exarchia It exudes an anarchist and hipster, and it is the ideal place for those wishing to experience the nightlife young Athenian. With a wide choice of bars, This area is renowned for its culinary and arts scene. Here there are no real clubs, but rather economic restaurants that offer rock and alternative music.
Having the advantage of being located a few kilometers from the sea, the city of Athens offers a wide selection of beach bars, where you can admire the scenery, enjoy the music and dance till you drop! If you drive along the main coastal road (Poseidonos avenue) you will be surprised by the amount of bars and clubs on the sea that follow one after the other. There are about five or eight great beach bar that opens every year during the summer season, which mainly host house DJ and pop music. Also worth visiting the town of Glyfada, the Athenian coast: Here there are many beach bars that turn into discos to dance in front of the sea dirattamente. In the village of Glyfada also you find excellent fish tavernas.
Clubs and nightclubs in Athens
Pixi Athens (Evmolpidon 11, Athens) 
Located in the bustling district of Gazi, The Pixi is one of the best nightclubs in Athens, with lots of space and a lot of electronic music. The atmosphere is great and this makes it particularly popular Pixi. The unique audio-visual experience, 3D projections and great music selections with famous DJs are some of the secrets of their success.
Dirty Blonde-loft (Persefonis 29, Athens)
Open from Sunday to Thursday 18.00 to 6.00, Friday and Saturday from 18.00 to 7.00.
disco frequented by young Athenians who offers commercial music and dance. It too is located in the district of Gazi, near the metro station Kerameikos.
Six D.O.G.S (Avramiotou 6-8, Athens)
Open from Sunday to Thursday 10.00 to 3.00, Friday and Saturday from 10.00 to 7.00.
Six d.o.g.s It is the perfect place for fans of the scene underground techno, a cultural space open all day and night set in a side street near Monastiraki. The owners have recently established their own record label and then not surprising that this nightclub is a live music club with guest DJs and concerts by local and international musicians. This only club of its kind in Athens also supports the local art scene with regular exhibitions and art installations. One of the most popular clubs in Athens which attracts a mixed crowd, mostly young. There is also always packed outdoor garden for a drink and chat.
Lohan Nightclub (30, Iera Odos 32, Athens)
Open from Thursday to Sunday from 23.00 to 6.00.
A great trendy nightclub, always very crowded that offers a selection of music ranging from dance music, House and commercial. The selection at the entrance is quite stiff, especially if you are a group of all-male.
Dybbuk (Stadiou 7, Athens)
Open from Thursday to Sunday from 24.00 to 6.00.
Located in Syntagma Square, The Dybbuk is one of the most popular nightclubs in Athens. With its lively party atmosphere and famous DJs from around the world, The club attracts young people who like to dance until the wee hours. Closed during the summer season, this club is characterized by a glamorous atmosphere and is famous for its legendary opening and closing party. Then, if you are looking for a place to party in the cosmopolitan center of Athens, Keep an eye on the calendar of festivals Dybbuk.
Bogart (Panagiotou Anagnostopoulou 1, Athens)
Open Tuesday to Sunday from 23.00 to 6.00.
Bogart is a luxury club located in Athens Kolonaki. This club is frequented by young Athenians stylish and has a strict door policy. With several parties every evening and a fantastic interior design, This is the place for a night of partying in style.
Akrotiri (Elliniko Argyroupoli, Athens)
Open daily from 22.00 to 4.00.
Open from April to October and located opposite the sea on the coast of Agios Kosmas, Akrotiri is one of the most elegant summer clubs in Athens. The restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine and attracts a trendy crowd. The club is decorated in black and white, fluorescent notes and resident DJs provide entertainment until the small hours with r'n'b music. This impressive outdoor club can accommodate over 3000 people, beautiful and elegant close to the beach, It is decorated in an elegant tropical style, with a large pool, dance floors and seating on the beach with sea views.
Island Club (27th km of Athens-Sounio Av., Vári, Athens)
Island Club is the most popular destination of the Athens Riviera. During the day the place is a restaurant with international cuisine and sushi bar, while at night it turns into a club and cocktail bar with evening, parties and good music selections that make this place one of the most popular beach clubs. Its minimalist atmosphere and minimalist style greek outweigh the superb views and the natural beauty of this place, making guests feel as if they fled from the city and they landed on an island cosmopolitan Greek. It 'also a favorite club for VIPs on holiday in Greece.
Rock n Roll Athens (Loukianou 6, Athens)
Open Tuesday through Friday from 20.00 to 5.00, Saturday and Sunday from 14.00 to 5.00.
Open during the winter and popular with rock music lovers n roll, This club operates as an open bar all day dining restaurant, offering excellent pizzas cooked by a chef from Naples, juicy burgers, pasta and salads. Overnight, the place hosts parties with DJs, live events with rock bands and mainstream music. The furniture is original and interesting, with two large bars, Industrial elegant notes and discreet luxury in the details. Every Tuesday there is live music.
Booze Cooperativa (Kolokotroni 57, Athens)
Open Monday to Saturday from 11.00 to 3.00, Sunday from 11.00 to 24.00.
Always popular with local youths, the booze Cooperativa is a bar during the day and at night it turns into a club with hip hop and r'n'b, as well as evenings with live music.
Enzzo de Cuba (Agias Paraskevis 70, Athens)
This club with Latin American music has long been a benchmark of Athens nightlife. vibrant atmosphere, cocktails and high-energy late into the night. Inspired by the Cuban atmospheres, with palm trees in the middle of the square paved with stone, this great disco bar is divided into three main areas where you can even take dance lessons with professional teachers. The club also has a bar open all day, where revelers can enjoy pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, salads and desserts.
Bolivar Beach Bar (Leof. Posidonos, Alimos, Athens)
United sun, sand, music and fun, and you get Bolivar Beach Club. Located on Posidonos Avenue along the coast, The Bolivar Beach Club is a well positioned bar where you can swim, sunbathe and enjoy a drink, Then dance the night away, all in one place. With guest DJs and parties during the summer months, this club becomes another hotspot Athens summer night life.
Boiler (105 51, Vlachava 9, Athens)
Open daily from 20.00 to 4.00.
Boiler is a popular club in Athens with electronic music, always popular with fans of this genre and many hipster.
Romantso (Anaxagora 3, Athens)
Located in a former printing house, Romantso is a bar with live music with local and international artists and DJ sets. Most of the events is free. An excellent alternative to clubs in Athens.
Gagarin 205 (Liosion 205, Athens)
Located near the subway station Attikis, the Gagarin 205 It is a club with live rock and pop music. Many Greek folk and rock artists as well as a smattering of international bands on tour in Athens.
Half Note Jazz Club (Trivonianou 17, Athens)
Open daily from 20.00 to 1.30.
TheHalf Note It is the first jazz club in Athens where you can also listen to folk songs and Celtic. The place is home to Greek and international musicians.
Disco Vinilio (Leof. Posidonos 33, Athens)
Open Friday and Saturday from 23.00 to 5.00.
Vinilio It is a big favorite with the fans of dance. A large dance floor situated in a picturesque setting offers classic disco hits of the 70s and 80s. The club is frequented mostly by people over 40 who likes to remember old times.
An Club (Solomou 13, Athens)
Open Friday and Saturday from 20.30 to 14.00.
One of the oldest clubs in the center of Athens and the oldest rock club Exarchia, An the club has hosted many artists both local and international. Always faithful to rock music, It gave the opportunity to many Greek bands to emerge and create a regular audience. Tickets are always economic and bands playing are not commercial and alternatives.
Lazy Rock Club (Leof. Pentelis, Vrilissia, Athens)
Open from Thursday to Monday from 21.00 to 3.00.
Cozy club with music that ranges from Rock to Blues, to Jazz, Funk, Hip Hop, Reggae and other styles. Every Monday, all musicians are invited to jam and express themselves.
Folie Club (Eslin 2, Athens)
Open from Tuesday to Thursday from 23.00 to 3.30, Friday and Saturday from 23.00 to 4.00.
Crowded by people of all ages, Folie is one of the most popular clubs in Athens. The place usually plays a mix of songs on Saturday, songs of the 60's on Sunday, reggae Monday, Latin Tuesday, samba Wednesday, hip hop Thursday and Friday funk. There are also nights with live Brazilian musicians.
Xorostasion (Skouleniou 2B, Athens)
Open Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday from 18.00 to 2.00, Friday and Saturday from 18.00 to 6.00.
It located in a three-storey building, Xorostasion It is a known relaxing coffee in Athens. It serves coffee, sandwiches and pastries during the day and at night turns into one of the hottest clubs in the city with hip-hop and rock music.
Decadence Club (Poulcherias 2, Athens)
Open Thursdays from 22.00 to 5.00, Friday and Saturday from 22.00 to 5.30, Sunday from 20.00 to 3.00.
Popular club with rock music, real benchmark of Athenian nightlife, It located in a beautiful neoclassical villa that once belonged to the royal family. Frequented by people of all ages, the club hosts bands on tour that will stop after their shows.
7-Times Club (Miaouli 13, Athens)
Open from Sunday to Thursday 12.00 to 2.00, Friday and Saturday from 13.00 to 3.00.
Club with live music and international DJ sets. Their house band playing everything, from Elvis to Depeche Mode and you can listen to anything, dal rock and roll, to swing, different varieties of jazz, pop, funk and even Irish music.
Kyttaro Live Club (Ipeirou 48, Athens)
This is one of the earliest and best rock clubs in Athens. There is a different show every night, often with great guest artists on stage.
Fuzz Music Club (Patriarchou Ioakim 1, Athens)
Club with live music ranging from metal to rap, including evenings with famous DJs.
Afrikana Jazz Bar (Ierofanton 13, Athens)
Open Wednesday and Thursday from 19.30 to 2.30, Friday and Saturday from 19.30 to 3.30.
Club with drinks at reasonable prices and lots of live music. Here you can listen to great jazz, dance and just enjoy a fantastic evening.
The bars and pubs of Athens
Tranzistor (Protogenous 10, Athens)
Open daily from 10.00 to 4.00.
A hidden place of the easy-going nightlife in Athens. And 'one of those bars that are hidden but there are always people talking outside or inside dance. The perfect place to finish on a Saturday or a Friday night. The locals prefer it because it is open until late at night and there is always room for dancing. In summer the road is full of people who stand out from the bar to drink and sometimes there are some live events in progress.
Istioploikos (Akti Koumoundourou, Peiraeus, Athens)
Open daily from 9.00 to 1.00.
A bar and restaurant open until late at night housed in an old restored ship. Always popular with the locals.
Cantina Social (105 54, Leokoriou 8, Athens)
Despite its popularity with locals, Cantina Social It is still considered the quintessence of the underground scene in Athens. With simple décor, with old films projected on the walls fogged, The bar is popular with the alternative crowd and friendly, and it proposes a selection of music that ranges from techno to alternative rock. In the inner space rather small, people dance until the wee hours of the morning.
Ciel (Mnisikleous 2, Athens)
Open daily from 9.00 to 2.00.
Located in central Athens, Ciel is an attractive place for cocktails and selected music. Located in the picturesque quarter of Monastiraki, Ciel quickly became the favorite place to enjoy the funky, jazz, i ritmi disco e house. Ideal to spend the nights in good company, and unique cocktails, combined with the music quality remain high vibrations into the small hours.
BIOS (Pireos 84, Athens)
Open daily from 11.00 to 3.00.
It located in an apartment building in the Bauhaus style, This local multilevel maze has a bar, a basement club, a small art-house cinema and a roof terrace. Expect live shows, art shows and DJ sets with Acropolis. In the basement club prevails a soundtrack focused on rock music.
Barley Cargo (30, Iera Odos 32, Athens)
Open daily from 11.00 to 3.00.
The Barley Cargo It is a brewer that offers hundreds of types of beer from around the world, but especially delicious Greek beers. Here you can also satiate your appetite and enjoy excellent meat dishes, mushrooms and potatoes.
Baba au Rum (Klitiou 6, Athens)
Open Monday through Thursday from 19.00 to 3.00, Friday from 19.00 to 4.00, Saturdays from 13.00 to 4.00, Sunday from 13.00 to 3.00.
Counted among the best 50 cocktail bars in the world, the Rum Baba have He has become famous for its selection of rum and other liquors. The exotic drinks are mixed with organic herbs and spices unexpected. As the name suggests, the focus is on rum drinks, with an excellent selection of rare Caribbean rum and a whole range of cocktails, tiki drinks from classic to new inventions. Prices are high, but the quality of the drink's worth it.
The Gin Joint (Christou Lada 1, Athens)
Open from Sunday to Thursday 18.00 to 2.00, Friday and Saturday from 12.00 to 4.00.
Furnished in style “speakeasy” American era of prohibition, the Gin Joint It offers just what the name promises: Here you can sample over 60 types of gin or other fancy drinks, some with historical notes on their origin. It 'a small place but, like many downtown bars, the crowd can expand into the adjacent game room.
Brettos Plaka (Kidathineon 41, Athens)
Open daily from 10.00 to 2.30.
Located in the tourist area of Plaka, Brettos It is the most colorful bars of Athens and is popular with wine lovers, as its wine list contains more than 150 labels! There are also many local spirits and cocktails to choose from. The decor of the bar is very original and the atmosphere is complemented by the beautiful music in the background. This is the only bar in Plaka where you can find more Greeks visitors. The wonderful decor with colorful numbered bottles on the wall and the 36 flavors of handmade liquors attract many Athenians every day.
BeerTime (Pl. Iroon 1, Athens)
Open from Sunday to Thursday 16.00 to 1.00, Friday and Saturday from 16.00 to 2.00.
Located in the district of Psyrri, the BeerTime It is a popular pub with a wide selection of beers at reasonable prices and pub food like burgers, steak and chips.
Oinoscent (Voulis 45-47, Athens)
Open Monday through Thursday from 10.00 to 2.00, Friday and Saturday from 10.00 to 3.00, Sunday from 18.00 to 2.00.
Wine trendy bar that offers a wide selection of Greek and international wines. The place is frequented by tourists and young Athenians.
Faust (Kalamiotou 11, Athens)
Open Monday to Friday from 20.00 to 3.00, Saturdays from 14.00 to 6.00, Sunday from 14.00 to 3.00.
In the center of Athens, you find Faust, an atmospheric bar with elegant decorations. The place also operates as a theater and hosts many exhibitions. The bar offers quality food and cocktails.
360 Cocktail Bar (Ifestou 2, Athens)
Open from Sunday to Thursday 9.00 to 3.30, Friday and Saturday from 9.00 to 4.30.
Perched above the Monastiraki Square, the 360 Bar is one of the best rooftop bars in Athens, with a view to 360 degrees in the city. Relax for a coffee during the day or try one of the many delicious cocktails on the list. The Acropolis view from both floors is breathtaking and a reservation is required, as it would be hard to find a table in the front, especially at weekends.
A For Athens (Miaouli 2, Athens)
typically Athenian Bar with a panoramic terrace overlooking Monastiraki with sweeping views of the Acropolis and Plaka. The nights of Friday and Saturday are undoubtedly the most crowded nights, attracting a mixed crowd of young and local tourists. It 'a great place to take beautiful pictures of the city: the Acropolis is right in front, while the view extends to the entire area of Plaka and Monastiraki.
Couleur Locale (Normanou 3, Athens)
Open from Sunday to Thursday 10.00 to 2.00, Friday and Saturday from 10.00 to 3.00.
Another popular cocktail bar with a panoramic terrace from which you can admire the Acropolis. There are guest DJs and live music concerts every Sunday which always attract a large local crowd. The beautiful view is complemented by delicious cocktails.
City Zen (Aiolou 11, Athens)
Open daily from 9.00 to 3.00.
Another rooftop bar in Athens marked by extravagant industrial setting, with old sewing machines and other objects vintage positioned on the walls. The bar is on two levels, with roof terrace pool always full during the summer.
The Clumsies (Praxitelous 30, Athens)
Open from Sunday to Thursday 10.00 to 2.00, Friday and Saturday from 10.00 to 4.00.
The Clumsies was voted three times in a row as one of the 50 best bar in the world by Drinks International Magazine. It located in a beautifully restored neo-classical building, This bar is open all day and offers unique cocktails and premium liquors, in addition to an extensive menu unpretentious from breakfast to dinner.
Galaxy Bar (Leof. Vasilissis Sofias 46, Athens)
Open Sunday from 15.00 to 3.00, from Tuesday to Thursday 17.00 to 3.00, Friday and Saturday from 17.00 to 4.00.
Located on the top floor of the Hilton Athens, Galaxy bar is one of the most elegant rooftop bar in Athens. Here you will find a modern lounge, chic and fashionable with a sophisticated international crowd. The prices are high but the city view is stunning.
Intrepid Fox (Triptolemou 30, Athens)
Open from Tuesday to Thursday from 20.00 to 4.00, Friday and Saturday from 20.00 to 5.30, Sunday from 20.00 to 12.00.
Located downtown, near the metro station Kerameikos, This bar is a cozy place, with good rock music and heavy metal and cheap drinks. Decorated with music posters and films, the place also offers a very long list of shots with interesting names.
Balthazar (27, Tsocha, Athens)
Open Tuesday through Saturday from 20.00 to 3.00.
One of the favorite destinations of Athens' 80s, Balthazar It is an elegant feature a romantic outdoor restaurant and bar location.
Mai Tai (Ploutarchou 18, Athens)
Open daily from 9.00 to 3.00.
A meeting place for all day, with a tasty menu, great drinks and a charming crowd that populates the room at night.
Jazz in Jazz (Dinokratous 4, Athens)
Open daily from 20.00 to 3.00.
Jazz Jazz is a cozy bar that plays classical jazz and blues and has a good selection of whiskeys.
Rockwood (Vasileos Irakliou 2 & Patision 46, Athens)
Open Monday to Saturday from 19.00 to 3.00.
It located next to the National Archaeological Museum, Rockwood It is a bar with live music on Wednesday and some weekends, American food and lots of different beers.
Noel (Kolokotroni 59B, Athens)
Open from Sunday to Thursday 10.00 to 2.00, Friday and Saturday from 10.00 to 4.00.
Located under a porch, Noel is an elegant Victorian bar, with beautiful paintings, chandeliers and frequented by a young hip crowd.
The Bank Job (Kolokotroni 13, Athens)
Open Monday to Wednesday 18.00 to 2.00, Thursdays and Sundays from 18.00 to 3.00, Friday and Saturday from 18.00 to 4.00.
Located in an old vault, The Bank Job is now a stylish bar and sophisticated, with funk and soul music. This bar is famous for its cocktails, good music is always packed. A good place to meet new people and party in Athens.
