Victoria Metro Station
Line 1 (Green) towards Piraeus reaches Monastiraki, Plaka and the Acropolis. Change at Monastiraki to M3 for the airport.
Neighborhood guide
The Essentials around Ioulianou 50
Everything you need within a short walk of the apartment — metros, supermarkets, the local pharmacy, traditional tavernas, bakeries, and the best takeaway coffee in the area.
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spots curated
~5 min
avg. walk
24/7
food options
Transport
Parks & Museums
National Archaeological Museum
The largest archaeological museum in Greece and one of the most important in the world for ancient Greek art.
Admission: €6 (Nov 1 – Mar 31) · €12 (Apr 1 – Oct 31)
Pedion tou Areos Park
One of the largest public parks in Athens — rose garden, holy oaks, plane-tree streams, and a café open all day.
Café: 08:00 – 24:00 daily
Daily essentials
AB Shop & Go (Supermarket)
Neighborhood convenience supermarket with food, drinks and everyday essentials.
Mon-Sat 07:30-23:00 · Sun 09:00-22:00
Sklavenitis (Supermarket)
Standard large supermarket — groceries, meat, bakery, dairy and household goods.
Mon-Fri 08:00-21:00 · Sat 08:00-20:00 · Sun closed
Pharmacy
Just 74 m from the apartment. Medicines, cosmetics, sunscreen, infant care, dental and hygiene.
Overnight pharmacies are available — ask us or check online
Sigma Center (Copy & Print)
Printing of leaflets, posters and business documents.
Mon-Fri 08:00-18:30 · Sat 09:00-15:00 · Sun closed
Currency Exchange
Reliable currency exchange office near the apartment.
Mon-Fri 09:00-21:00 · Sat-Sun 09:00-17:00
Eleni Lioni · Hair salon
Tiny neighbourhood hair salon with excellent reviews (4.9/5) at the corner of Ipeirou & Aristotelous, a couple of minutes from Ioulianou 50. Appointment only — call before you walk over.
By appointment · call for availability
Call +30 210 883 8090 to book an appointment
Food & coffee
Biteat
Open 24/7 — crepes, burgers, club sandwiches, salads, waffles and donuts. Try the crepes.
Open 24 hours · Dine-in · Takeaway · Delivery
ATTICA Bakeries
25+ varieties of bread, pretzels, cookies, sweet pastries, sandwiches, coffee and juices.
Open 24 hours · Takeaway only
KROUSKAS · Greek Tavern
Traditional family-run taverna right on Victoria Square — modest prices, fresh meat and vegetarian dishes, warm service.
Mon-Sat 11:00-19:00 · Sun closed · Dine-in · Pickup · Delivery
Venetis Bakery
Classic Athenian bakery turned holistic breakfast spot — coffee blends, desserts and Greek-inspired homemade food.
Daily 06:00-22:00 · Takeaway · Delivery
Goody's Burger House
Modern take on the classic Greek burger chain — high-quality recipes, family favorite.
Daily 12:00-24:00 · Dine-in · Takeaway · Delivery
To Kalamaki tis Kira Sofias
Tiny spot serving authentic Greek souvlaki — chicken or pork, on a stick or wrapped in bread. A must-try.
Mon-Sat 12:00-01:00 · Sun 12:00-00:30 · Dine-in · Takeaway · Delivery
Koulourades
Traditional Greek sesame bagels reinvented — apple-cinnamon, cream-cheese and many more flavors.
Mon-Fri 06:00-15:30 · Sat 06:00-15:00 · Sun closed
Mikel Coffee
Best takeaway coffee in the neighborhood — premium blends, fresh-baked snacks, all-day energy.
Mon-Fri 06:00-20:00 · Sat-Sun 07:00-16:00
il dodo Coffee
Cosy local cafeteria a couple of doors down — specialty coffee, fresh pastries and a friendly neighborhood vibe.
Green Park Athens · Café–Restaurant
All-day café, restaurant and bar inside Pedion tou Areos — a renovated neoclassical building, breakfast served until 13:00, brunch, Mediterranean dinner and cocktails.
Mon-Sun 09:00-02:00 · Dine-in · Reservations
Site: greenparkathens.gr · great for breakfast, coffee, lunch or dinner
O Kipos tis Gardenias · Park canteen
Historic little canteen tucked under the plane trees — coffee, snacks, tsipouro with meze and cold beer at canteen prices, inside the park.
Mon-Sun 09:30-22:30 · No reservations
Perfect for daytime coffee in the green, a stop on a park stroll, or tsipouro at sunset
O Kipos tou Mouseiou · Museum garden cafe
Quiet open-air cafe-bistro inside the restored front garden of the National Archaeological Museum — specialty coffee, light food, wine, in real silence in the heart of Athens.
Daily · follows the museum/garden hours
Garden entry is free — no museum ticket required
Radisson Blu Park · Rooftop pool & restaurants
5-star hotel opposite Pedion tou Areos with a 360° rooftop pool, cafe-bar and three restaurants (ST'ASTRA, Gallo Nero, 10 URBAN ROOF). The pool also accepts outside visitors by reservation — price on request.
Pool: seasonal, by reservation · Restaurants: daily
Site: rbathenspark.com · great for sunset cocktails, dinner with a view, Italian at Gallo Nero
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