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Follow in the footsteps of Jackie Onassis at this prized spot widely considered to be Athens’ premier (and priciest) beach destination. Indulge in a luxury spa treatment, a designer kaftan or gourmet dining by the sea. Lush natural setting in a protected bay, manicured sands and clear, shallow waters. No pumping music. Waiter service to your luxe lounger, plus chic restaurants that stay open well past midnight. You’ll Pay: €100 on weekdays for a front-row umbrella with two loungers in high-season and €80 for the behind rows; €180 on weekends if you want to be in the front row and €160 behind. Regulars know to book their loungers on-line here to avoid disappointment.
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Well-tended, multi-tasking summer playground with play spaces and sporting amenities, on Athens Riviera’s most scenic bay.
An aqua inflatable park to occupy the kids for hours, grassy areas for picnics and ball games, pirate ship playground, tennis and volleyball courts. Easy access to Vouliagmeni’s foodie delights.You’ll Pay: €10 for weekdays and €15 for the weekends. Loungers included.
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Set in a secluded cove in Vouliagmeni this relaxing oasis is the perfect getaway spot for those who are looking to enjoy a refreshing swim while having access to the facilities of an organised beach. An all day venue, Zen beach offers beach service and an outdoor restaurant serving snacks, drinks and a delightful Mediterranean menu. Enjoy the taste of Mediterranean directly from your sunbed or at the open-air restaurant with direct sea view. The sandy beach with shallow, clear waters is an ideal place to enjoy a relaxing day with family and friends.
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The most popular in a run of rocky coves between Vouliagmeni and Varkiza, reached by a short hike from the Sounion coastal road. It’s not easy to spot unless you’re a local: follow the directions here. A rugged swimming hole with the coolest of vibes that channels the carefree Athens Riviera lifestyle. Ibiza-style chill tunes, a sociable sunbathing deck, bronzed bods leaping heroically from the boulders. Free entrance and you can buy beers and soft drinks from the canteen, which stays open late into the night.
Open year-round, the lake is actually a flooded limestone cave, lined with tawny cliffs and fed by underground mineral currents that stay a constant 24° C. Many gripe about the hefty entrance fee (currently €16 on weekdays, €19 on weekends). But wading through the brackish grottos, with tiny black fish (kalogries) nudging your toes, conjures the feel of an exclusive spa. The lake is flanked by luxuriant lawns and sunbeds and there’s an all-day restaurant that hosts gastronomic evenings (spring to autumn), accompanied by live jazz and orchestral performances, under the illuminated rocks.
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