Top Things to do in East Attica Region
Top Restaurants in East Attica Region
10 Things to do in East Attica Region That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in East Attica Region, Greece including Agios Nikolas Chapel, Temple of Poseidon, Attica Zoological Park, Marathon Lake, St. Ephraim Monastery, Panagia Faneromeni, Vouliagmeni Beach, Astir Beach, Akti Vouliagmenis, Kavouri Beach.
Restaurants in East Attica Region
1. Agios Nikolas Chapel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By konegr - Rafina, Greece
One of the best places in Rafina. A traditional small church above the port of Rafina. An excellent and wonderful view of the entire sea around.
2. Temple of Poseidon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,382 reviews
Reviewed By ImmerWandern - Palos Heights, United States
Be sure to time your arrival for about an hour before sunset in order that you have time to explore the site and walk around to admire the temple from all angles before claiming your spot at the edge of the cliff to enjoy the sunset. The park staff are very strict about clearing out the site right as the sun drops below the horizon. Thing was, the best part of the light show came once the sun was down. Do not leave right away; the temple will be lit up about 30 minutes after sunset. Cape Sounion is the southernmost tip of the Attica Peninsula. It looks out onto shipping routes to Athens’ Piraeus harbor. Not unlike the Acropolis this rocky outcropping was devoted to Poseidon and Athena; unlike in Athens, however, Poseidon ruled here. The sanctuary of Athena once stood at a point to the northeast but was dismantled by the time of the Roman Empire while the Poseidon's Temple was left standing proud. The similarity to the Athens Acropolis extended to its having been a fortress and a means for Athenians to guard and control the approaches to its port. The builder of Poseidon's Temple is thought to be the same one that build the Temple of Hephaestus in the Agora below the Acropolis. Just like the Parthenon the temple was built to replace one destroyed by the Persians under Xerxes, also during the mid-5th Century BC. There is a legend associated with this site involving King Minos of Crete, the legendary Minotaur, King Aegeus and Theseus. King Minos of Crete demanded that the city-state of Athens pay an annual tribute of 7 young men and women to be fed to the dreaded Minotaur housed in the Labyrinth underneath the royal palace in Knossos. The king of Athens, Aegeus, had only one son, Theseus. This young man, already a legend in the making, volunteered for the sacrifice and went to Crete against his father's wishes. His plan was to find a way to slay the Minotaur. Enjoying the special treat of nature's light show. A ridiculous 'technicolor' Copper River salmon pink! Speaking of colors, King Aegeus and Theseus made an arrangement that when Theseus' ship returned it would fly white sails if he had survived, black sails if not. Theseus would have to sail past this headland on the way back to Athens, so King Aegeus is reputed to have set up camp here and monitored the seas for the return of his son. In Crete the daughter of King Minos, Ariadne, fell in love with Theseus and helped him find the way back out of the Labyrinth using a ball of string. She fled with Theseus and joined him on the ship to Athens. Theseus and his crew stopped on the island of Naxos. There they either searched for water or celebrated their victory. Regardless they all fell asleep, exhausted at the end of the day. The following day the crew set off, somehow leaving Ariadne behind. Furthermore it somehow took Theseus too long to realize she'd been left behind and there was no going back for her. Thoroughly distraught he forgot to have the crew change the sails to the white ones before approaching Athens. King Aegeus was overcome with grief when he saw the approaching ship bearing black sails. Such was his despair at the loss of his only son he threw himself off the cliffs. Hence the Aegean Sea, the waters here named in his honor.
3. Attica Zoological Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 706 reviews
Attica Zoological Park offers its visitors a unique journey to the five continents, through the lives of over 2.000 animals, from 350 species.A self-funded creation, extends to a total area of 20 hectares, hosting more than 2000 animals from 350 different species. It is located in Spata area near Athens International Airport
Reviewed By georgekP3384IZ - Kingswood, United Kingdom
Is the best zoo in Greece and for what is offering to its visitors the orice for the ticket is very good. You are able to see all the animals, take beautiful pictures and in some cases you can walk among them. The show with the dolphins is priceless. The staff shows real interest and love to the animals. You could see their reactions with the dolphins. The park is really huge. It has sitting areas scattered around. It took us 4 hours to see everything and read about each animal. It also has playground for the kids and a cafe where you can eat something. I fully recommend it!!!!!!
4. Marathon Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 138 reviews
Reviewed By niksk001
Marathon Lake is absolutely beautiful, and a "classic" dam make s it more attractive. It is not necessarily a tourist attraction, but a very nice place to stop and relax before heading out to your next destination.
5. St. Ephraim Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 144 reviews
Reviewed By Pit900
This monastery it is located at the north east side of Athens .It is.an old monastery were you can see actually the Saint himself and the tree wich they found him.You can take with you holy water and oil and as you finished your visit there you can have a nice lunch at the coast of N.Makri as it is near by So if are in this area it is worth it to visit
6. Panagia Faneromeni
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By helencr80 - The Colony, United States
In October of 2015, my son got married here in a most amazing experience! We had people attend the wedding from the United States, Greece, and Korea! It is a wonderful example of more contemporary Greek church architecture.
7. Vouliagmeni Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By mjanedis - McLean, United States
Ok, so a bit crowded for Aug., 2020. A line about 30 people deep, but it moved quickly & before you wmknow it, we were in. Absolutely beautiful beach, sunbeds for 5euros, bathrooms and changing rooms. Also a Bar and limited menu, but great. Also, we took a car from Athens this morning for 30 euro, but you could also take the bus, but I think it would take about an hr.
8. Astir Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 582 reviews
Reviewed By GM640
Great beach, lovely warm beautiful sea for swimming. We arrived about 10.30 on a week day and got two sunbeds in the front row for 30 euros, so good value. I think pre booking and weekends are more expensive. Nice lunch and lovely staff. Food and drinks can be delivered to your sunbed if you require by pressing a call button. A great way to spend the day, facilities are great, good showers, hairdryers etc. We watched the sun go down an amazing view from our sunbeds!
9. Akti Vouliagmenis
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 212 reviews
Reviewed By louise_L8303DP
After a couple of days in Athens we decided to go the beach to relax. We went with the metro (metro line 2) to the end station Elliniko. From Elliniko we took the bus 122 to Vouliagmeni. It was easy and took about an hour. The trip costed us 1.4 euros. At the beach we rented a safetybox which was stuck on the parasol for 2 euros. The entrance fee was 3 euros (we got student discount otherwise the entrance fee is 4 euros or 5 euros in the weekend).
