Greece 2026

Leg 6 of 7 · Athens / Glyfada

Sharon Solo

Sharon's last nights in Athens at Glyfada Unique Residence, before flying home on 21 September.

18 Sep – 21 Sep3 nightsConfirmedOpen in Maps

Day by day

  1. Friday 18 September

    Arrival day
    • 15:25
      FlightConfirmed

      Fly Naxos to Athens – OA015 (Olympic Air for Aegean)

      Sharon · ref F011 · Departs Naxos 15:25, arrives Athens El. Venizelos 16:15 (0h 50m, ATR 72). Seat 2B, 1 bag up to 23 kg, booking ref 8MIZYT, e-ticket 390-2483086229

    • 16:00
      AccommodationConfirmed

      Check in – Glyfada Unique Residence

      Sharon · ref A006

  2. Saturday 19 September

    Free day

    Nothing scheduled — pick from the ideas below.

    Ideas: Glyfada Beach and seafront promenade · Lake Vouliagmeni · Astir Beach / Vouliagmeni Beach

  3. Sunday 20 September

    Free day

    Nothing scheduled — pick from the ideas below.

    Ideas: Glyfada Beach and seafront promenade · Lake Vouliagmeni · Astir Beach / Vouliagmeni Beach

  4. Monday 21 September

    Departure day
    • 20:00
      FlightConfirmed

      Sharon departs Athens

      Sharon · ref F003

Getting in and out

FlightATH → DOH2026-09-21 20:00 · Qatar Airways QR0208Sharon · seat 08C · ref EE5J48
FlightJNX → ATH2026-09-18 15:25 · Olympic Air (Aegean OA015) OA015Sharon · seat 2B · ref 8MIZYT

Eat & drink

One for breakfast, one for a proper dinner, one for cocktails. Nothing is booked — worth reserving the dinner a day or two ahead.

Breakfast

Foyer

Specialty coffee and brunch — shakshuka, bowls, low-lactose options

50 Laourou, Glyfada

Walk from Glyfada Unique Residence; good for a slow first morning

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Dinner

Aneton

Modern Greek bistro — seasonal meze and seafood

18 Laourou, Glyfada

Reserve — a local Glyfada favourite

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Cocktails

Balux

Beachfront bar and restaurant on the sand, sunset drinks

58 Pansol, Glyfada

Dress up a little; sunset seating fills early

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Attractions & walks

Glyfada Beach and seafront promenade

Pick

Beach walk and neighbourhood stroll

Where
Glyfada seafront, Athens
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Swimming, sunbeds, cafes, shops along the coast

Right on the doorstep of Glyfada Unique Residence. Easy morning walk or sunset stroll along the Riviera.

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Lake Vouliagmeni

Pick

Thermal lake and swimming

Where
Vouliagmeni, Athens Riviera
Hours
Typically 08:00–20:00 in summer; check ahead
Kit
Mineral-rich warm water, fish nibbling spa, cliffside setting

About 15–20 minutes from Glyfada by taxi. Go early to beat crowds; great for a relaxed swim and lunch.

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Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center

Pick

Cultural centre, gardens and opera house

Where
364 Syggrou Avenue, Kallithea
Hours
Open daily; check event schedule
Kit
National Library, National Opera, expansive park, canal and rooftop views

Worth an evening visit for the architecture, gardens and a sunset drink on the rooftop. About 25–30 min from Glyfada.

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Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon

Pick

Ancient temple and coastal sunset

Where
Sounio, Lavreotiki
Hours
Typically 08:00–20:00 in September
Kit
Temple of Poseidon ruins, dramatic cliffs, sunset views

Classic half-day trip from Glyfada. Stay for the sunset; bring a jacket for the wind.

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Beaches

Astir Beach / Vouliagmeni Beach

Pick

Organised beach with sunbeds and service

Where
Vouliagmeni, Athens Riviera
Kit
Sandy beach, clean water, beach bar

Close to Lake Vouliagmeni; pair the two for a lazy beach day.

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