Where to Stay in Athens, Greece and NOT! | Greece Travel

[@terryroussel6060]

A truly fantastic video. Thank you very, very much!!! My wife and I are strongly considering moving to Europe for retirement and Greece is on our list of potential retirement destinations along with France, Spain and Italy. We were in Athens twice about six weeks ago but only changing planes roundtrip between Paris and Corfu via Aegean Airlines... We're coming back in 2025 and your video really motivated us about Athens.

[@kloatlanta]

No offense to Italy but I’m glad the Greek videos are back. Woo hoo! 🎉🎉

[@agirlandherpassport]

Haha! Thanks.

[@RVCHAT]

Italy is so amazing.!!!

[@agirlandherpassport]

It is!

[@geethakurup2696]

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[@hersheyvazquezrv6789]

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[@sled7782]

I’m new to your show, Tiffany. I certainly enjoy the details in your video. I’m still planning a short stay in Athens after cruising from Italy and the Islands.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you!

[@sled7782]

Well I'm booked at a hotel Monasteryaki. Yes the street view looks like it can be crowded. Getting there will be interesting. I'll have to find your other videos talking about getting from the port to our hotel and from the hotel to the airport @agirlandherpasport

[@ScullyBrewing]

We stayed at the Greece U Around hotel, close to the observatory. it was extremely good value and a 10-15 minute walk from monastiraki and the acropolis. We spent €223 for four nights in march and our room included a proper kitchen and access to free self-service laundry onsite. Highly recommended

[@agirlandherpassport]

That’s a great deal. What time of year was this?

[@ScullyBrewing]

@@agirlandherpassport We went in mid march which was great for us as the sites were empty and the temperature was nice around 17c most days.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Ok that explains the price. I don’t think it would be that low in summer. Good reason to come in the off season!

[@tomhemmings]

Hi Tiffany! My wife and I are currently in Athens (staying in Plaka) and your videos have been really helpful! Thank you very much! 😀

[@agirlandherpassport]

I’m so happy to hear that! You’re welcome.

[@pattymorrissey363]

Your videos are among the most helpful travel videos I've seen!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you so much!!

[@dvinton2151]

I will be there in October with my 21 year old son. I went to Crete last year, and this year Im hitting the main land. Im so excited!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Sounds like a great trip! Enjoy

[@kathybastianelli6982]

We stayed in Plaka and it was so great! Easy walking area, view of the Acropolis from our hotel, Palladium Hotel. Fantastic stay, but no elevator

[@agirlandherpassport]

Well at least you got a leg workout. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@nick63837]

I stayed at Epidavros hotel in Omonia square. It was great.I was around the corner from the fountain and all the coffee shops.Walking distance from monastiraki and plaka.Gazi is also within walking distance with more bars and restaurants.

[@agirlandherpassport]

It is still not an area I would recommend to people for a trip here or Gazi. It is fine but also as a rough feel. It can also be very loud at night in Gazi with the clubs.

[@nick63837]

@A Girl and Her Passport its not in the neighbourhood of gazi..its about a 20 minute walk..only the coffee shops and eateries are around the corner.Monastiraki is about 20 minute walk as well in the other direction down Athena avenue..Yes the area looks a bit dodgy but not dangerous..The hotel was very nice though.

[@cynthiakritika5047]

Your video popped up first when I opened YT! Finally. Lol I was having to search for them for awhile before. I rented a really nice Airbnb apartment across from the Acropolis museum for nine days for this August. It’ll be hot but I’ll survive!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Yay! Make sure you have the notifications turned on that way you will get a little red dot when a new one comes out. Oh that will be great! Sometimes its not so bad in Athens in August. But I also love the heat. LOL!

[@cynthiakritika5047]

@@agirlandherpassport Ok I just turned the notifications on. After Athens I booked Samos for my last island before going home. Have you been?

[@cynthiakritika5047]

@@agirlandherpassport btw, I initially had booked a place in Monastiraki, but I cancelled that and booked this new apartment. I just felt safer for walking at night.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Hopefully that will help. I haven’t been.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Monastiraki is safe mostly but I totally understand.

[@Havanah2006]

I'm relieved to know I booked Plaka after hearing this. Roll on May 3 nights in Santorini then ferry to Athens for 3 nights 😊❤

[@agirlandherpassport]

Sounds like a great trip.

[@UpintheairFL]

Thanks! Great video!

[@agirlandherpassport]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@yeshayaamichai1512]

Hi, I'm hoping to come to Athens and the Cyclades next month. I've watched several of your videos and really appreciate the information. Your videos are great. 👍🏻🙂

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@toniamichael236]

Thanks for making this ❤

[@orozcoaj69]

Great info, Tiff 😊 This is helpful when I am looking for places on AirB&B. I do love Koukaki 💙🙌🏽🥰

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thanks!! Me too for obvious reasons. 😊

[@alishawilson4123]

Wonderful and helpful video

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you!

[@andreastselonis6579]

happy easter to you and your family!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you! I hope you had a great Easter!

[@citaarroyo5663]

Amazing video- so much information- Thank you-

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you! You’re welcome.

[@moa3810]

Nice lighting

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you!

[@cyclops92]

I agree it highlights her beauty

[@taki2003]

Great info!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you!

[@idealoading]

Hi i am a local nice video.Have you ever been close to kallimarmaro stadium is close to pagrati-mets region the stadium is nice if you want to see it.Omonoia know has many shops that have been closed and when the offices are closing 9p.m. its lonely

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thanks! Yes I have. It’s a great area. Yeah I think that is the drawback of Omonia, no one is around at night so it feels unsafe.

[@idealoading]

@@agirlandherpassport also i am working in a travel office if you want a one day tour to places near athens some are to islands some are to beaches near athens let me a way to communicate email or phone

[@TheAdmiral264]

Thanks! I moved October reservation from Omonia Square area to Koukaki near Aghios Ioannis metro for only $7 more per night. 😁

[@agirlandherpassport]

Good choice!! Have a great trip.

[@Tiffany.132]

Any thoughts on staying in the area north of the National Garden/ near the Benaki Museum?

[@agirlandherpassport]

That area is good and safe. Just not walkable from the sites but there is a metro station nearby.

[@Desina_zz]

What about thesio? I stayed in Makriyanni and I loved it

[@agirlandherpassport]

It’s fine but I feel it’s too quiet for most first timers. But great if don’t mind a walk for all meals. It’s a great local area.

[@bu2f]

Hello! Thanks for the video ! Do you know if there is a fiber network in Kukaki?

[@agirlandherpassport]

You're welcome. Yes, but I don't know if all the companies offer fiber. Cosmote does.

[@bu2f]

@@agirlandherpassport okay thanks I’ll check the price of cosmote fiber offer

[@tammyleran]

Great tips Tiffany! Thanks for another informative video. I was wondering if there are any local or artisanal goods that are worth picking up in Athens or Greece in general?

[@agirlandherpassport]

You're welcome! Much of it food things that I would recommend so I guess it depends on what country you are returning to and if that is allowed. There are some kitchen items in some places made of olive wood that would be cool. If you are on an island that produces ceramics, that could be nice but either need to be shipped or packed carefully! And lots of people buy handmade Greek sandals!

[@tammyleran]

@@agirlandherpassport thank you so much! Great suggestions. I’m very intrigued by the olive wood items because we don’t see too much of those in Canada.

[@agirlandherpassport]

You’re welcome! I haven’t bought any so I am not sure of the quality but they seem to be popular.

[@annelle525]

Hi Tiffany! Is there a company you can recommend to pick up people from the airport to the hotel? Thanks

[@agirlandherpassport]

Yes of course! It is called Welcome Pickups, www.welcomepickups.com/athens/airport-transfer-book/?tap_a=81984-3dc5a2&tap_s=2082833-652438 I use them all the time.

[@citaarroyo5663]

Hello Tiffany- Can you recommend a tour agency for trips to Metora by car or minivans. We do not want to rent a car or take the train🥶We Are traveling to Greece on September . Thank you

[@agirlandherpassport]

Hi! Yes, I just came back from a trip with this tour company and it was great. Although I didn't use them to get to Meteora. The train is very easy.

[@reneeblack2783]

Is the Spirit Boutique Hotel nice and in a good location for a couple of nights? Thanks

[@agirlandherpassport]

I haven’t heard anything about it but the location looks good.

[@SiokHoonChin]

Thanks so much for your enlightening video. I am planning a short trip to greece , 6 days . Only plan to visit Athens and Santorini. I plan to go to Budapest after Santorini. Do you think its better to go to budapest from Santori or from Athens. Much appreciate your advice . Thank you.

[@agirlandherpassport]

I haven’t been to Budapest so I can’t say for sure. I would think Athens would be better though.

[@gyorfizeteny5734]

Can I have a question about neighborhoods?

[@UpintheairFL]

Thanks for the video. I have a bunch of Marriott points that would make for a nice week stay in Moxy Athens on Omonia Square. All the reviews on all the different travel sites say it is great. Is Omonia Square that scawry? 🥺. Thanks

[@agirlandherpassport]

It depends on if you are a city person or not. If you are from a big city, then you might consider it just fine. If not you might be uncomfortable especially at night. There are several Marriott brand hotels in Athens so definitely look around.

[@UpintheairFL]

@@agirlandherpassport thanks. Hmmmmm the other brands have much higher point requirements..... hmmmmmmmm possible clue ? 🤓. Thanks again

[@agirlandherpassport]

@@UpintheairFL If prices or points are an indication, that should tell you something!

[@UpintheairFL]

@@agirlandherpassport Indeed! However there are some comfy apartments thru Booking to be had in the Koukaki area for those who do not like crowds. Seems a cozy apartment can be had for less than a hotel in some cases. Much work to be done before September. If planning is this much fun the actual trip will be a blast!! Thanks for all your hard work and videos they have been very helpful.

[@agirlandherpassport]

@@UpintheairFL It depends on the time of year, probably. September is not as crowded.

[@aldrickbanks3455]

Tempted to book apts in Amonia twice, true it is not a fancy neighborhood, haha.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Tempted but didn't do it?

[@aldrickbanks3455]

@@agirlandherpassport and did it ;) but second time didn't stay there, went directly to friend's apt.

[@agirlandherpassport]

@@aldrickbanks3455 That’s good.

[@yanwell79]

Hi Tiffany, whats the cost for a taxi from Airport to koukaki?

[@agirlandherpassport]

Taxis has set fares into town from the airport. It’s €40 for daytime and I think after midnight it’s €55.

[@nomicucce987]

i am in palaio faliro at the moment 😌

[@agirlandherpassport]

Nice area but too far from the sites for most people. Second visit, great idea.

[@nomicucce987]

@@agirlandherpassport you are right. this is my third visit

[@marinasimonian9776]

My family and I are going to Greece next month. We will be staying in Athens and one or two of the islands. Are there good outdoor cafes or street food you recommend in Athens?

[@agirlandherpassport]

There are lots of place I recommend. It really depends on where in Athens you are staying though. Let me know and I can give you a few.

[@marinasimonian9776]

@@agirlandherpassport Thank you. We are thinking about renting a car at the airport, may be stay at an air bnb at the beach and drive to Athens city center for the attractions and restaurants.

[@agirlandherpassport]

@@marinasimonian9776 I would not recommend driving into Athens. Parking is difficult. I would take public transportation or a taxi. If you are going to an island, skip the beach in Athens.

[@marinasimonian9776]

@@agirlandherpassport Thank you so much. We were not really sure where we should stay. Thanks again.

[@kennyscott1114]

Am going to the delphi art Hotel is this area safe

[@agirlandherpassport]

It’s not a great area.

[@kennyscott1114]

@agirlandherpassport thanks, there next Sunday for a week

[@aliasgaramirali323]

How is the weather in athen 7-14 may? Is i warm? i want to swim.

[@agirlandherpassport]

It will be warm but probably not warm enough to swim. At least for me. The water hasn't had enough time to warm up by then.

[@Philosophyaddict]

Hi, I have a question about the nature of the greek society when treating women is it a bit sexist? Cause I’ve been thinking about living in Greece and as a woman this is an important thing to know before moving there. Thank you.❤

[@agirlandherpassport]

I haven't had that experience but I know others have. I am not going to let that stop me from enjoying living here since it exists everywhere.

[@Philosophyaddict]

@@agirlandherpassport Thank you for the response ❤

[@georgeklimes7604]

Visited someone at a hotel in Omonia once. Definitely sketchy, but, frankly, is DisneyWorld compared to where I grew up (DC). I was warned by a few Greeks about there being "lots of immigrants" there. Yeah, I saw plenty of folks there who did not look Greek (LOL), but, again, it was pretty uneventful.

[@agirlandherpassport]

If you are used to a big city, it probably won’t bother you.

[@patrickpasson7247]

Huh 1 o clock in the morning, that's when I usually start to go out :S and is it not Psyri and not Siri

[@shaulkirsch1263]

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[@agirlandherpassport]

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[@CampingTravelsASMR]

New subscriber from @NickNimmin live❤

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you! Nice to meet you.

[@CampingTravelsASMR]

@@agirlandherpassport nice to meet you too❤️