Beaches

Glyfada

There are other beaches even nearer to Athens, but our first swimming stop is in Glyfada, the largest (and liveliest) neighbourhood in the southern suburbs. In fact, you four beaches to choose from here. The first three beaches – Glyfada A, Glyfada B and Asteria – are successive coves that look pretty similar, with a mixture of sand and small pebbles and quaint wooden umbrellas, as well as locals who have popped in for a bob or a bit of beach-time. Just a little further along is Asteras, where you notch up the lifestyle-meter at a private beach complex that includes great eating and cocktail options. And if you’re at one of Glyfada’s public beaches and get hungry, fear not. Just pop over the coast road into Glyfada’s shopping district where there’s no end of choice of trendy places to eat and drink. Amenities: Umbrellas (sunbeds on paid beach), restaurants, bars, shops Entrance: Free (Glyfada A, Glyfada B, Asteria), Paid (Asteras)