The Best Bars in Athens
We used Athens for a stop over on our way to Crete and Santorini, and didn’t have much time. By the time we got to our hotel, we were exhausted and hot, and there was no way we were heading to get in line for the Acropolis at 3pm on a Friday afternoon. So instead, we decided to hunt down the best roof top bars in Athens to see the Acropolis. Because if you cant see it up close, might as well enjoy it from afar with a nice cocktail. Even if you make it see the Acropolis, make sure you hit these rooftops up for an incredible view of the city.
Pella Inn hotel
Pella Inn hostel is one of the best hostels in Athens, for the price and quality, now has a rooftop bar perfect for lounging at night and overlooking the city. It’s located a few blocks away from the train station, so its not as busy as some of the other bars in Athens. Its a chill place at early sunset, then turns into a party bar at night, including great drink specials and beer pong. The drinks are cheap and the view is incredible!
I mean the view from Pella Inn Hotel is just incredible- especially at night!
Address: 104 Ermou & 1 Karaiskaki , Athens, Greece
Hours: Open after 7pm
360 bar
Located right above Monastriki square, the industrial rooftop at the 360 degree bar has good music, great cocktails and the perfect view. They have over 60 delicious cocktails to choose from like the 360 sunset daiquiri, frozen cherry poppins and heat wave. One of the best, and busiest rooftops in Athens to enjoy a drink at. It can get very busy close to sunset due to its prime location, so make sure to reserve a table or get here early.
Address: Ifaistou 2 Athens, Greece
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-3am, Sat and Sun 9am-4am
You can see the rooftop of the 360 cocktail bar from A for Athens bar
A for Athens
The A for Athens bar is located only a few minutes from the Monastriki metro station. It has the perfect location for views of the Acropolis. On the top floor of the building, is an urban terrace overlooking the Monastriki square. There is an option to sit on the terrace with air-conditioning, or head to the rooftop for the complete 360 view of the city. Drinks and food are available.
Address: 2-4, Miaouli Str., Monastiraki, Athens, Greece
Hours: 11am-2:30am
The perfect view of Monastriki square and the Acropolis
Air Lounge bar at Fresh Hotel
Not only does the air lounge have great views and cocktails, but it also has a pool! In the heart of the city, the bar is located on the 9th floor with panoramic views of the Pantheon, Acropolis, and the city’s skyline. A little further away than the other bars listed.
Address: 26 Sofokleous Str. 10552 Athens, Greece
Hours: Daily 10am-2pm
When you visit, you need to stop by at least one roof top bar in Athens. The Athens nightlife is unreal, as bars stay open really late, and people love to party in Athens, so make sure you take in the views of the city from the roof tops of Athens.
If you have been to Athens, what is your favorite roof top bar that you visited?
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This looks amazing! The views in your pictures are fantastic. I love that there is a pool, drinks and great views. What a way to relax!!
I’ve been dying to visit Greece and this just makes me wanna visit even more!! Such phenomenal views, I’d cheers to that! Thanks for sharing and I’ve pinned it 🙂
I don’t drink, but I would love to visit some of these rooftop bars to catch a great view! I agree with not wanting to jump in line for the Acropolis in the late afternoon! What a nightmare it would have been!
I was in Athens a couple of weeks ago. I wish I had read this sooner, although with the Athens’s heat, any kind of bar was good for us.. I’ll just have to plan another trip!
I love roof top bars. That 360 degree bar looks awesome, such a gorgeous view. I will have to check it out when we go to Athens.
I am sure the food and drinks at these bars are great. But the views are even more stunning. When I travel to greece, I will refer back to your post and will visit some of these.
Now this is somewhere i definitely want to go. Thanks for adding to my intrigue.
Rooftop bars with some amazing views! This is going on my list. Thanks for suggesting some places to chill in Athens.
Is there anything better than a rooftop bar with an amazing view? I love the places you’ve listed here, and can’t wait to visit them the next time I’m in Athens!
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