Local Guide

Nature, views & attractions

Discover the greenest spots and top cultural attractions just a stone's throw from our neighborhood.

Mount Lycabettus

The landmark of our neighborhood. You can hike up its verdant paths or take the Lycabettus Funicular (Aristippou 1) to enjoy the most breathtaking panoramic view of Athens.

Green Tent

A historic cafe-restaurant on the Lycabettus path, an ideal spot for coffee, food, or cocktails with the city spread out before you.

National Archaeological Museum (Patission 44)

Greece's largest museum is just a few minutes away. It houses over 11,000 exhibits, including the Antikythera Mechanism and the Golden Mask of Agamemnon.

Pedion tou Areos

One of Athens' largest public parks, perfect for a relaxing morning stroll, a run among the trees, or coffee at the historic Green Park cafe.

Kallidromiou Farmers Market (every Saturday)

The most famous open-air market in Athens, offering fresh produce and local delights every Saturday.

Dining & pedestrian streets

The daily life of locals unfolds in the beautiful pedestrian streets around Neapoli's Island. Discover the best places to eat, grab a coffee, or enjoy a drink, from casual to a bit more special.

Delfon pedestrian street

A beautiful, narrow alley between Neapoli and Kolonaki. It's filled with small shops, bars, and colorful outdoor tables under bitter orange trees, attracting an artistic crowd. Here you'll find the historic Ippopotamos (Delfon 3B), ideal for a relaxed morning coffee or an evening drink.

Specialty Coffee & All-Day Hangouts

• Behold the Man: Located on Stournari Street, this is a beautiful, bright, Bauhaus-inspired café and grocery shop serving top-tier specialty coffee and cold-pressed juices. [1, 2]

• Alexandrino Café Bistro: Found on Emmanouil Benaki Street, this tiny joint brings a vintage, Parisian charm to the neighborhood. It is famous for its jazz soundtrack, excellent cocktails, and great people-watching stools

Valtetsiou Street (pedestrian street)

The most emblematic pedestrian street in the area, full of life, trees, and outdoor tables. Here you will find:

• Giantes (Valtetsiou 44): Features a fairytale-like, verdant inner courtyard and serves excellent, modern Greek and Mediterranean cuisine with organic products.

• Raraou Cantina (Valtetsiou & Benaki 69a): An all-day alternative spot with Mediterranean flavors and an artistic atmosphere.

• Rozalia (Valtetsiou 59): A historic, green courtyard-taverna for authentic traditional Greek food and mezedes.

• Riviera: A local favorite for its unique ambiance and delicious offerings.

• Pharaoh: Located on Solomou Street, this is a massively popular, trendy wine restaurant that pairs natural wines with wood-fired traditional Greek food and a strictly vinyl soundtrack

Coffee, drinks & urban life

From morning coffee to evening signature cocktails, the options for going out in the neighborhood are countless.

Steppa (Asklipiou 61 & Dervenion)

An extremely popular all-day bar-restaurant on Asklipiou. With an industrial aesthetic and urban vibes, it's ideal for brunch, remote working, or signature cocktails in the evening.

Argentina Republic Square (Alexandras Avenue)

A lively, non-touristy meeting point at the borders of Neapoli and Lycabettus, full of options for coffee, street food, and drinks.

Pinaleon Taverna (Mavromichali 152)

Authentic, traditional Greek taverna with excellent homemade mezedes and warm hospitality.

Lefka (Mavromichali 121)

Historic Athenian taverna with an inner courtyard, ideal for traditional dishes and wine from the barrel.

Energetic Student Hangouts

• Cafe Bar 67: Located at Emmanouil Benaki 67, this is a major youth hub. It is a cozy, highly popular bistro-pub run by a friendly Ukrainian team, offering phenomenal flavored filter coffees, affordable brunches, and an inclusive, bustling student crowd.

• BLUEHAUS: Situated right at Themistokleous 80 on the ground level of the neighborhood's legendary architectural marvel (the Blue Apartment). Its loft space is permanently packed with college students studying or socializing over generous, cheap breakfasts.

• Just Hug Me: Found at Stournari 33, a lively, super casual spot right near the university buildings. It is widely loved by a young crowd for its low street-level prices, amazing sandwiches, and hyper-energetic, welcoming vibe.

• coffee bar Homesick: Located at Andrea Metaxa 26, this trendy spot acts as a dynamic transition space. It pulls in a cool, alternative crowd for afternoon iced coffees and effortlessly shifts into cocktails and local beers later in the night.

Transportation & essential tips

The easiest way for guests to get around the area, and important tips they should know about local transport.

Panepistimio Metro Station (Line 2 - Red)

Your main gateway to the Metro network, a 12-15 minute walk away. It connects you directly to Syntagma and the Acropolis.

Omonia Metro Station (Line 1 & 2)

A nearby option for direct access to Piraeus port (Line 1).

Buses (Ippokratous Street & Harilaou Trikoupi Street)

• From Ippokratous (uphill), lines 060 (Neapoli circular) and 230 (direct to Acropolis) pass by.

• From Harilaou Trikoupi (downhill), you can take lines heading towards Syntagma.

Supermarkets & daily shopping

• Sklavenitis (Harilaou Trikoupi 130): The largest supermarket in the neighborhood for groceries and essential items.

• Bazaar Supermarket (Ippokratous 125): Ideal for quick, daily purchases very close to the accommodations.

• AB shop and go (Ippokratous 132): Grocery store

• 24-hour convenience stores: Available for any late-night needs.

Wash Spot 

• Wash Spot self service laundry (Ippokratous 153 & Vas.Voulgaroktonou):

• https://washspot.gr/en/

• Washing your clothes:
  Drying your clothes:

• Access: We’re here for you from 07:00 AM to 12:00 midnight, 7 days a week,