Gazi

The basics

Gazi is easy to explore on foot or by bike, with the majority of venues clustered around Technopolis and the surrounding streets of Iakou, Persephonis, Dekeleon, and Voutadon. By day, join a street-art or food tour that includes a stroll through the area to take in its unique character; many Athens e-bike tours also take a turn through Gazi. After sunset, nightlife tours are also a great way to discover the area’s hot spots and get the inside scoop on the hippest bars and clubs. Gazi is also the heart of the city’s LGBTQ+ scene, with the highest concentration of gay bars and dance clubs in Athens; join an LGBTQ+ culture tour to explore this vibrant side of the neighborhood.

Things to know before you go

• Whether by day or night, you’ll be spending time on your feet to explore Gazi, so choose comfortable shoes and clothing to visit.

• The nightlife here attracts locals and visitors alike, so head to Gazi to dance the night away, elbow to elbow with Athenians.

• Thick with restaurants and cafés, Gazi is considered one of the best areas of the city for dining, offering everything from classic Greek dishes to edgy contemporary cuisine.

• The neighborhood is largely flat and paved, easy to explore with a wheelchair or stroller.

How to get there

The Gazi neighborhood is located in west Athens, and the closest metro station is Kerameikos. You can also reach the area on foot or by bike from Syntagma Square by tracing the entire length of Ermou, the main pedestrian shopping street that begins at Syntagma and leads directly to the Technopolis cultural center in the heart of Gazi.

When to get there

Gazi is one of Athens’ buzziest neighborhoods 24 hours a day. During the day, you can take in its colorful street art, bustling restaurants and cafés, and cultural center. In the evening, the streets and clubs fill with revelers out for a night of drinking and dancing. Experience both sides of the district by visiting both day and night.

Top nightspots in Athens

Though Gazi is the city's hottest spot for nightlife, it isn’t the only place to party. You can also head to Psiri, Plaka, and Monastiraki, a trio of central neighborhoods set beneath the Acropolis, known for their restaurants, bars, and clubs—all trendy outposts for drinks, concerts, DJ sets, and dancing.