NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

Lying a short walking distance from Radisson Blue Park Hotel, the National Archaeological Museum is the largest and one of the most important museums in Greece, if not the whole world, showcasing vast collections and remarkable artifacts from all over the country. The museum was founded at the end of the 19th century, with the purpose of housing, protecting, and preserving valuable antiquities, offering visitors the opportunity to learn all about their historical, cultural and artistic legacy.

Among the largest parks in Greece, the lush Pedion Areos lies right across the street from Radisson Blue Park Hotel, offering a green oasis in the heart of the city with a network of gorgeous strolling and jogging paths. Take in the tranquil aura of the park and enjoy a pleasant walk under the shade of the trees with birds chirping joyfully from their branches. The park's verdant surroundings unfold a serene natural ambiance to relax and recharge your batteries before you head out to explore the city's nearby renowned historic treasures.

Omonoia is the most central square in Athens, one of the city's principal traffic hubs, and probably the most famous square in Greece. Widely known as the heart of Athens, this emblematic square is full of shops, bars, clubs and restaurants. Recently renovated from scratch, the new Omonoia Square has completely changed the character of the historic Athens center, boasting a new ecologically-friendly design and flaunting its signature fountain that has been restored to its past charm.

Stadiou is one of the most important commercial streets in Athens, and the main link between Omonoia and Syntagma squares. The famous street is lined with modern shops, restaurants, cafes and lively squares, where you can catch your breath and enjoy a refreshing drink in between shopping. On Panepistimiou, the parallel street to Stadiou, you will find Attica Department Stores, a state-of-the-art outlet that houses an array of modern stores, offering anything you can get your hands on, from the latest fashion clothes to dazzling jewelry and other accessories.

The Acropolis is one of the most famous ancient citadels in the world, with its rolling hill crowned by the site’s centerpiece: the awe-inspiring Parthenon. Defying raging wars, natural catastrophes, and time itself, the stately Acropolis stands as a noble sentinel high above Athens city and the whole Attica basin. This ancient Athenian monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, dotted with unique monuments that, even to this day, uniquely transmit the spirit and culture of a glorious classical civilization.

Lying right outside a central metro station, the Acropolis Museum opened its doors in 2008, and since then, it has been internationally acclaimed many times for its unique showpieces, as well as its innovative architecture and the first-class educational and cultural events it hosts. The museum faces gorgeous vistas of the city and the Acropolis from its sun-kissed terrace, and inside, you will find on display impressive exhibits collections from the wider area of the Acropolis, which are continuously enriched with findings from the ancient site’s ongoing excavations.

Monastiraki is one of the most popular flea markets in Athens, surrounded by restaurants, cafés and bars, and within its main square, you can explore an impressive historic chapel named Church of Pantanassa. Monastiraki is a collector’s honey pot, since every Sunday a bazaar takes place with vendors selling a variety of antique items—many of them rare! You can combine your strolls around Monastiraki with a visit to the Ancient Agora that lies close—the political, commercial, cultural, social and religious center of ancient Athens.

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center is a modern multi-function edifice, where culture is celebrated in the most inspiring way every single day. Here, you will find the Greek National Opera and will also have the opportunity to attend within its premises, a multitude of cultural, educational, athletic, environmental and recreational activities and events. This impressive cultural hub is also ideal for refreshing strolls, offering beautiful paths across its vast gardens, that are lined with various types of trees, colorful flowers, and aromatic herbs.