{"id":25633,"date":"2025-08-10T15:55:25","date_gmt":"2025-08-10T15:55:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happyhostbnb.com\/?p=25633"},"modified":"2025-08-10T16:38:08","modified_gmt":"2025-08-10T16:38:08","slug":"where-to-swim-in-athens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happyhostbnb.com\/en\/2025\/08\/10\/where-to-swim-in-athens\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to Swim in Athens!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Summer in Athens\u00a0 means a quick swim just a few kilometers from the city center. Whether you stay in Koukaki or near Hilton, there are beaches you can enjoy without even needing a car! And if you have a car or prefer the KTEL buses, your options double.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>

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\ud83c\udfdd \u00a0<\/strong>Alimos Beaches (Akty tou Iliou)<\/strong><\/h6>\n

What to expect:<\/strong> Organized beach with beach bars (Bolivar Beach Club, Nalu), umbrellas, sunbeds, and live DJ events<\/p>\n

From Hilton area<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~50 minutes by public transport
\u2022 Access: Metro line M3 from Evangelismos (blue line towards Dimotiko Theatro) to Syntagma + Bus A2 from Syntagma towards Voula, stop 4th Kalamakiou<\/p>\n

From Koukaki<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~30 minutes by public transport
\u2022 Access: Bus A2 from Syngrou-Fix station towards Voula, stop 4th Kalamakiou<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfdd Flisvos (Palaio Faliro)<\/strong><\/h6>\n

What to expect:<\/strong> Unorganized beach, free entrance, public toilets, showers, and some umbrellas<\/p>\n

From Hilton area<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~45 minutes by public transport
\u2022 Access: Bus 550 from Pinakothiki towards Palaio Faliro, stop Panteios + Bus B2 from Panteios to Agios Kosmas, stop Palmyra<\/p>\n

From Koukaki<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~25 minutes by public transport
\u2022 Access: Bus B2 from Syngrou-Fix station towards Agios Kosmas, stop Palmyra<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfdd\u00a0Eden Beach<\/strong><\/h6>\n

What to expect:<\/strong> Beach with free entrance, showers, public toilets, and paid sunbeds<\/p>\n

From Hilton area<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~50 minutes by public transport
\u2022 Access: Metro line M3 from Evangelismos (blue line towards Dimotiko Theatro) to Syntagma + Tram T6 towards Pikrodafni from Syntagma to Eden stop<\/p>\n

From Koukaki<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~25 minutes by public transport
\u2022 Access: Bus B2 from Syngrou-Fix station towards Agios Kosmas, stop Eden or Tram T6 towards Pikrodafni from Fix station to Eden stop<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfdd\u00a0<\/strong>Vouliagmeni –<\/strong>Vouliagmeni Small Ports (Limanakia Vouliagmenis)<\/strong><\/h6>\n

What to expect:<\/strong> Unorganized rocky spots where you sit on the rocks<\/p>\n

From Hilton area<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~75 minutes by public transport
\u2022 Access: Metro line M3 from Evangelismos (blue line towards Dimotiko Theatro) to Syntagma + Change at Syntagma to metro line M2 (red line towards Elliniko) to Argyroupoli + Bus 122 from Argyroupoli station towards Saronida, stops A\u2019 Limanakia or B\u2019 Limanakia<\/p>\n

From Koukaki<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~50 minutes by public transport
\u2022 Access: Metro line M2 from Syngrou-Fix (red line towards Elliniko) to Argyroupoli + Bus 122 from Argyroupoli station towards Saronida, stops A\u2019 Limanakia or B\u2019 Limanakia<\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udfdd \u00a0Vouliagmeni Small Ports (Limanakia Vouliagmenis)<\/h6>\n

Highlight:<\/strong> Small coves with turquoise waters \u2013 ideal for those avoiding organized beaches, you sit on rocks<\/p>\n

From Hilton area<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~22 km (35 minutes by car)
\u2022 KTEL access: Bus 608, 622 from Evangelismos stop to Oikonomiko Panepistimio or 224 to Pedion Areos + KTEL from Pedion Areos towards Sounio to stops Prota Limanakia or Limanakia<\/p>\n

From Koukaki<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~21 km (32 minutes by car)
\u2022 KTEL access: KTEL from Syngrou-Fix towards Sounio to stops Prota Limanakia or Limanakia<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfdd \u00a0Anavyssos<\/strong><\/h6>\n

What to expect:<\/strong> Both organized and unorganized beaches with beach bars<\/p>\n

From Hilton area<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~41 km (58 minutes by car)
\u2022 KTEL access: Bus 608, 622 from Evangelismos stop to Oikonomiko Panepistimio or 224 to Pedion Areos + KTEL from Pedion Areos towards Sounio to second stop Agios Nikolaos or Palaia Fokaia for respective beaches<\/p>\n

From Koukaki<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~40 km (54 minutes by car)
\u2022 KTEL access: KTEL from Syngrou-Fix towards Sounio to second stop Agios Nikolaos or Palaia Fokaia for respective beaches<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfdd \u00a0<\/strong>Marathon Beach<\/strong><\/h6>\n

What to expect:<\/strong> Endless sandy beach, pine forest, and shallow waters \u2013 ideal for families or a full day excursion<\/p>\n

From Hilton area<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~50 km (60 minutes by car)
\u2022 Access: Metro line M3 from Megaro Mousikis (blue line towards Airport\/Plakentias) to Nomismatokopio stop + KTEL from Nomismatokopio towards Marathon<\/p>\n

From Koukaki<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~53 km (65 minutes by car)
\u2022 Access: Metro line M2 from Syngrou-Fix (red line towards Anthoupoli) to Syntagma + Change at Syntagma to metro line M3 (blue line towards Airport\/Plakentias) to Nomismatokopio stop + KTEL from Nomismatokopio towards Marathon<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfdd\u00a0 \u00a0Zoumberi \u2013 Nea Makri<\/strong><\/h6>\n

What to expect:<\/strong> Clean, shallow waters, free and organized options, playground, beach bars, and tavernas with tables on the sand. Ideal for families or a peaceful beach day<\/p>\n

From Hilton area<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~30 km (45 minutes by car)
\u2022 Access: Metro line M3 from Megaro Mousikis (blue line towards Airport\/Plakentias) to Nomismatokopio stop + KTEL from Nomismatokopio towards Nea Makri<\/p>\n

From Koukaki<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~33 km (55 minutes by car)
\u2022 Access: Metro line M2 from Syngrou-Fix (red line towards Anthoupoli) to Syntagma + Change at Syntagma to metro line M3 (blue line towards Airport\/Plakentias) to Nomismatokopio stop + KTEL from Nomismatokopio towards Nea Makri<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfdd \u00a0Porto Rafti<\/strong><\/h6>\n

What to expect:<\/strong> A popular destination for swimming and dining, with many beaches (Avlaki, Agia Marina, Erotospilia), beach bars, and tavernas. Perfect for a day trip combining sea and fun<\/p>\n

From Hilton area<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~35 km (45 minutes by car)
\u2022 Access: Metro line M3 from Megaro Mousikis (blue line towards Airport\/Plakentias) to Nomismatokopio stop + KTEL from Nomismatokopio towards Porto Rafti<\/p>\n

From Koukaki<\/strong>
\u2022 Distance: ~40 km (60 minutes by car)
\u2022 Access: Metro line M2 from Syngrou-Fix (red line towards Anthoupoli) to Syntagma + Change at Syntagma to metro line M3 (blue line towards Airport\/Plakentias) to Nomismatokopio stop + KTEL from Nomismatokopio towards Porto Rafti<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>

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\n\ud83d\udca1 Happy Tips:
\n\u2022 Bring a hat, water, and sunscreen!
\n\u2022 For a more comfortable experience, prefer weekdays or go early in the morning to find shade.
\n\u2022 Apps like Google Maps or Moovit can guide you live depending on your starting point.
\n\u2022 If you have a family, choose organized beaches with shallow waters like Alimos, Kavouri, or Schinias.<\/strong>\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>

<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Summer in Athens\u00a0 means a quick swim just a few kilometers from the city center. Whether you stay in Koukaki or near Hilton, there are beaches you can enjoy without even needing a car! And if you have a car or prefer the KTEL buses, your options double. \ud83d\ude8c\u00a0 \ud83d\ude8c \u00a0 \ud83d\ude8c \u00a0 BEACHES ACCESSIBLE BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT\u00a0 \ud83d\ude8c \ud83d\ude8c\u00a0 \ud83d\ude8c \u00a0\u00a0 \ud83c\udfdd \u00a0Alimos Beaches (Akty tou Iliou) What to expect: Organized beach with beach bars (Bolivar Beach Club, Nalu), umbrellas, sunbeds, and live DJ events From Hilton area\u2022 Distance: ~50 minutes by public transport\u2022 Access: Metro line M3 from Evangelismos (blue line towards Dimotiko Theatro) to Syntagma + Bus A2 from Syntagma towards Voula, stop 4th Kalamakiou From Koukaki\u2022 Distance: ~30 minutes by public transport\u2022 Access: Bus A2 from Syngrou-Fix station towards Voula, stop 4th Kalamakiou \ud83c\udfdd Flisvos (Palaio Faliro) What to expect: Unorganized beach, free entrance, public toilets, showers, and some umbrellas From Hilton area\u2022 Distance: ~45 minutes by public transport\u2022 Access: Bus 550 from Pinakothiki towards Palaio Faliro, stop Panteios + Bus B2 from Panteios to Agios Kosmas, stop Palmyra From Koukaki\u2022 Distance: ~25 minutes by public transport\u2022 Access: Bus B2 from Syngrou-Fix station towards Agios Kosmas,...","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":25644,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[119],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-25633","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-advice-for-guests"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/happyhostbnb.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25633","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/happyhostbnb.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/happyhostbnb.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/happyhostbnb.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/happyhostbnb.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25633"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/happyhostbnb.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25633\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25647,"href":"https:\/\/happyhostbnb.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25633\/revisions\/25647"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/happyhostbnb.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25644"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/happyhostbnb.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25633"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/happyhostbnb.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25633"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/happyhostbnb.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25633"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}