The area
The fast developing Saronic coastline, from the southern suburbs of Athens to Sounio, with its impressive and full of contrasts landscape, has rightfully earned it the title of “Athenian Riviera”. And that is because it hosts many beautiful, organised beaches but also free beaches, contemporary shopping centres, modern stores, atmosperic cafes and excellent restaurants, tavernas and bars mainly in areas such as Faliro (3 klm), Glyfada (8 klm) and Vouliagmeni (13klm). Enjoy the charm of the Athens Riviera and live it up in the cosmopolitan atmosphere and pulse of one of the most beautiful areas of the Mediterranean. It is also coveniently situated closely to the centre of Athens (10klm), the Athens International Airport (29 klm) and the port of Piraeus (10 klm).
Alimos
Apart from its beautiful beaches Alimos hosts many historical and cultural sights like the ancient theatre of Alimos and the Alimos Marina, one of the biggest marinas in the world. Visitors can go on a day-trip to the nearby island of Salamina where they can visit the ancient city of Salamina.
For those who enjoy shopping sprees, Alimos offers a variety of options from high-end boutiques to traditional markets where one can find souvenirs and local produce. The city has many restaurants, cafeterias and bars where you can try the local cuisine and enjoy the nightlife.
Our hotel is ideally situated in the heart of Alimos providing easy access to all these activities and many more making it the ideal starting point to explore the city and the surrounding area.
Athens
A symbol of democracy, philosophy and all the great ideals of the ancients, Athens offers a unique way to live in the moment. It is an inventive city, lively day and night and full of surprises.
Athens is a city full of history and culture and makes for an ideal destination for visitors who wish to explore ancient monuments, museums and historical sights. From our hotel, Scale Suites in Alimos, guests can easily access some of the most important Athenian sights such as:
- The Acropolis: The Acropolis is one of the must-see sights for all visitors of Athens. The Acropolis houses some of the most iconic ancient Greek monuments like the Parthenon, Erechteion and Propylaea.
- The National Archaeological Museum: This museum is characterised as one of the most important archaeological museums in the world. It houses an extensive collection of ancient Greek objects and works of art.
- The Ancient Agora of Athens: The centre of the political, commercial and social life of ancient Athens was the ancient Agora. Visitors can explore the ruins, including the Temple of Hephaestus, the Stoa of Attalos and the museum of the ancient Agora.
- The flea market in Monastiraki: It constitutes one of the most popular makrets of Athens where visitors can find everything they are looking for from traditional Greek souvenirs to vintage clothes, antique furniture and much more.
- Plaka: Plaka is the oldest district of Athens and is well-known for its narrow side streets, traditional tavernas and souvenir stores. Visitors can take a walk around the district and explore the numerous small stores and restaurants.
- The Argosaronic islands: Visitors can reach the close by islands of the Saronic like Aegina, Poros and Angistri by boat from the port of Piraeus and port of Palaio Faliro. These islands are popular for their beaches, traditional villages and top quality seafood.
- The Olympic Stadium: The Olympic Stadium also known as the Panathenaic Stadium, is the only stadium in the world that has been constructed solely by marble and it hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.
This is merely a taste of what a visitor can do, there are more places to discover in Athens and the surrounding areas, such as Cape Sounio, Poseidon’s Temple, Marathon and many more.