Glyfada Experiences

The ideal location of Fenix Hotel allows easy access to activities both inside and outside the Municipality of Glyfada.

The municipality of Glyfada, in antiquity was called “Aixone”. Recently the town named “Glyfada”, a name that comes from the local wells that give brackish water. Today, Glyfada is one of the heartiest municipalities of Athens with significant growth in restaurants and bars that make the area a destination for fun and entertainment.

SPORTS

> Glyfada Golf Course; 5’ on foot

> Glyfada National Swimming Facilities; 5 stops away by tram

> Agios Kosmas Sports facilities; 3 stops away by tram

> Sailing Center; 4 stops away by tram



SHOPPING

Glyfada has one of the best organized and complete markets of the region that attracts people from all over Athens. Storefronts of major Greek and foreign fashion houses, department stores with all kinds of goods and small shops form the fascinating set of Glyfada’s high streets.

Good deals throughout the year as well as official sales periods make the market of Glyfada an even more attractive destination.

After your shopping therapy, you can relax and enjoy a meal or drink at one of the many cafes with unique style that you will find in the centre of Glyfada.



ENTERTAINMENT

Glyfada offers countless entertainment options.

From small taverns with traditional food to luxury restaurants with gourmet dishes and from small cafes to well-known clubs and live music stages, visitors of Glyfada can surely find a place that will best suit their taste and mood.



BEACHES

Whether you want a cosmopolitan sandy beach or wish to isolate yourself and enjoy the sun and sea, Glyfada is the ideal destination that gives you access to the best beaches of Attica. To name but a few:

Asteras Glyfada: The beach starts behind the old “Asteria” club and extends along the entire length of the small peninsula to the south of Glyfada, less than 2km from Fenix Hotel and only 5 stops away by tram.

Akti Vouliagmeni: Approximately 8km from Fenix Hotel, is the large, popular and organized sandy beach. With cosmopolitan surroundings, but still maintaining its rural character of old-times, this is a spectacular sandy beach with many trees.

Akti tou Iliou (Sun Coast) in Alimos: Meets all the requirements of an organized beach. Indeed, according to laboratory tests performed in 2013 by the Panhellenic Center of Environmental Studies, Akti tou Iliou is one of the cleanest beaches in Attica. (Take the tram to Zefiros stop)

Kavouri: Just 7km from Fenix Hotelin Vouliagmeni, lies the picturesque beach of Kavouri. Many people prefer this beach as it is free and picturesque. Appropriate for night swimming.



SIGHTSEEING

> VOULIAGMENI LAKE: Just 9.5km from Glyfada is an imposing landscape with labyrinths of underground caves and underwater tunnels

> ATTICA ZOOLOGICAL PARK: Emphasizing on the combination of entertainment and education, Attica Zoological Park offers visitors a unique journey across the five continents, through the life of 2,000 animals from 350 different species.

> EXCURSIONS: There are several options for excursions if staying at Fenix Hotel . Here are just a few:

  • Tour of Athens historic center and visit to the Acropolis museum
  • Visit to the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion
  • Full-day excursion to Epidavros and Mycenae
  • One-day cruise to the islands of the Saronic Gulf.
Do not hesitate to consult our front desk staff, which shall be glad to assist you in collaboration with experienced travel agents and help you organize a memorable trip.