Extremely valuable on the Athenian Riviera, Glyfada is a paradise suburb in the center of Athens. It offers a holiday break for tourists looking for sun, sea and a breath of freshness. Glyfada boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in Athens. With its sandy beaches surrounded by the clear waters of the Saronic Gulf, it is a paradise for beach lovers. The azure sea provides ideal conditions for practicing water sports and creating precious memories.

Location

Glyfada, located on the shores of the Aegean Sea (just half an hour’s drive) in the Attica region, offers sandy beaches, elegant restaurants and rows of exclusive shops.

Best Beaches in Glyfada

• Glyfada Beach

Glyfada, a picturesque sandy beach, is famous for its prime location, just 16 km from the vibrant heart of Greek culture, Athens. The center is located among a charming pine grove and invites guests for a walk along the extensive pier. Here you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the crystalline sea, the tranquil local bay and the majestic Hellas Mountains, creating an unforgettable backdrop for your beach holiday. The sea here is very shallow, to reach deeper waters you have to walk 15-20 meters from the shore. Additionally, the lack of strong waves and currents provides a safer swimming environment for kids.

• Asteras Glyfada Beach

• Kalamaki Beach

Sea Turtle Rescue Centre

The center was established in 1999 by the Israel Nature and Parks Authority, the agency responsible for wildlife conservation in Israel, to rehabilitate injured sea turtles and return them to the wild after recovery. Since its establishment, the center has cared for over 700 individuals, mainly loggerhead turtles, green sea turtles, softshell turtles, West Caspian turtles, and even five dolphins. About 70% were released into the open sea.

Saints Constantine & Helen Orthodox Cathedral of Glyfada

The Cathedral of Saints Constantine and Helen was found in 1932 and was build in 1934 on land bought for that purpose from Alkiviadis and Euagelia Tataki. Six years ago the temple was renovate by the family of Thanassis Martinos. Reinforced with carbon fiber and the paintings were replaced with mosaics from Vlasis Tsotsonis while the study of the static from the church has been donated, by the professor of the Technical University of Athens Constantinos Spyrakos.

Today the church, completely renovated, is one of the most beautiful and majestic in the country, with Sunday school, hagiography school, piano lessons, choir, theater group and other activities. Every year, on the 21 of May, residents of Glyfada celebrate with dignity and respect their Saints.

Elegance and style

Glyfada is synonymous with elegance and style. Its bustling streets are full of fashionable boutiques, designer stores and luxury fashion brands. The city offers luxury shops and elegant restaurants. It is an open shopping center for international and Greek clothing chains and shoe stores.

Market

As befits a Greek city, weekly markets are organized here. The so-called laymen – which also take place within Glyfada. Here you will find the freshest seasonal products and the best deals of the day. The quantity and variety of supplies here are exceptionally impressive. Fruit, vegetables, gray herbs and olives. As is usually the case at Greek markets, you can try almost everything before buying.