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Discover Greece with Starwood
Witness to Athens’ singular mix of old and new, Hotel Grande Bretagne is a gateway to the vivid sights and sounds that capture the unmatched spirit of Europe’s oldest capital. Located at the corner of the impressive Syntagma Square, the hotel offers uninterrupted views of the Acropolis, while the ritual changing of the Evzone guard in front of the Parliament building occurs virtually on its doorstep.
In addition to such celebrated attractions as the Parthenon, the Temple of Poseidon, the National Archeological Museum, and Cape Sounion, to name a few, we recommend the following as special nearby places to explore:
The Plaka - This enchanting neighborhood embraces archeological sites nestled next to small ouzerias and tavernas, colorful flower stands, and artisan shops for an authentic flavor of local Athens. The Sunday flea market at Monastiraki Square is well worth a visit.
The Psiri - This quarter comes alive when the sun sets—perfect for night owls in search of superb live performances of every kind of music imaginable.
Temple of Zeus - Just 700 meters south of Syntagma Square, the temple's foundations date back to the tyrant Pisistratus in 515 BC. Its graceful columns influenced the development of Corinthian style.
Ancient Agora - The most famous agora in Greece, Ancient Agora once had private housing, until it was reorganized by Peisistratus in the 6th century BC into the center of Athenian government.
Lycabettus Hill - Approximately 300 meters high, this favorite spot among locals and visitors alike boasts superb views and a sense of tranquility amidst the sprawling Athenian cityscape. Intrepid travelers may ascend the hill on foot. The funicular provides an easier alternative.
Shopping hours are generally 8:30am – 5pm Monday, Wednesday, Saturday; 8:30am – 2pm, 5:30pm – 8:30pm Tuesday, Thursday, Friday. Large shopping malls remain open until 9pm. While most are closed on Sunday, some shops around the Plaka and Monastiraki are frequently open.
Time Zone: EST+7/GMT+2
Currency: Euro
Electric Current: 220 Volts
Language: Greek. Most of the local population speaks English.
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Community
- Ancient Athenian Cemetery 2.0 km/1.2 miles
Corporate Offices
- Morgan Stanley 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Halyvourgiki Inc. 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Commercial Bank of Greece 2.0 km/1.2 miles
- NovaBank 2.0 km/1.2 miles
- ING Bank 3.0 km/1.9 miles
- BNP Paribas 3.0 km/1.9 miles
- Investment Bank 4.0 km/2.5 miles
- Societe Generale 5.0 km/3.1 miles
- Megaro Mousikis 5.0 km/3.1 miles
- Dresdner Bank AG 6.0 km/3.7 miles
- European Investment Bank 7.0 km/4.3 miles
- The Royal Bank of Scotland 7.0 km/4.3 miles
- Hellenic Bank 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Republic of South African Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- National Bank of Greece 70.0 km/43.5 miles
- Agricultural Bank 200.0 km/124.3 miles
Government Offices
- Embassy of Canada 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Brazilian Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Spanish Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Finnish Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Embassy of France 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Hungarian Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Mexico Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Irish Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- German Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Portuguese Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Netherlands Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Embassy of Norway 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Belgian Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- India Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Egyptian Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Swedish Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- United States Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Italian Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Austrian Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Argentinean Embassy 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Royal Netherlands Embassy 2.0 km/1.2 miles
- Turkish Embassy 2.0 km/1.2 miles
- Republic of Lithuania Embassy 2.0 km/1.2 miles
- Embassy of Cyprus 2.0 km/1.2 miles
- Uruguayan Embassy 3.0 km/1.9 miles
- Colombian Embassy 3.0 km/1.9 miles
- Switzerland Embassy 3.0 km/1.9 miles
- Peruvian Embassy 4.0 km/2.5 miles
- Australian Embassy 4.0 km/2.5 miles
- Embassy of Estonia 4.0 km/2.5 miles
- The Holy See Embassy 7.0 km/4.3 miles
- Lebanon Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Polish Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Czech Republic Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Romanian Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Congolese Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Philippine Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Ukraine Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Honduras Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Jordan Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Kuwait Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Iranian Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Japanese Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Panama Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Israel Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Thai Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Libyan Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Embassy of Vatican 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Armenian Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Thailand Consulate General 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Republic of Georgia Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Nigerian Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Bulgarian Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Indonesian Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Embassy of Slovenia 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Venezuelan Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Syrian Arab Republic Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Slovak Republic Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Embassy of Georgia 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Kingdom of Morocco Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Republic of Tunisia Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Iraq Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Embassy of the Russian Federation 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Republic of Croatia Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Chinese Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
- Royal Thai Embassy 8.0 km/5.0 miles
Local Attractions
- Casino 48.3 km/30.0 miles
Nearby Destinations
- Cape Sounio 72.4 km/45.0 miles
Recreation
- Vouliagmeni Beach 19.3 km/12.0 miles
Shopping
- Gift Shop 0.0 km/0.0 miles
- Monastiraki Flea Market 1.0 km/0.6 miles
Entertainment
- Theatre of Dionysos 2.0 km/1.2 miles
- Olympic Stadium 12.9 km/8.0 miles
Transportation
- Car Rental Desk 0.0 km/0.0 miles
- Piraeus Port 11.3 km/7.0 miles
Arts & Culture
- The Parthenon 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- The Acropolis 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Ancient Agora 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Natural Historic Museum 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Royal Palace 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Lycabettus Hill 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- Folk Art Museum 1.0 km/0.6 miles
- National Archaeological Museum of Athens 2.0 km/1.2 miles
- National Gallery 2.0 km/1.2 miles
- Cycladic Museum 2.0 km/1.2 miles
- Cucladic Museum 2.0 km/1.2 miles
- Museum of Contemporary Art 3.0 km/1.9 miles
- Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum 3.0 km/1.9 miles
- Archaeological Museum of Delphi 289.7 km/180.0 miles
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