Experience in Athens, Greece by Danae

What is it like to live in Athens? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Well, living in Athens can be awesome but quite frustrating too.

What is the student lifestyle like in Athens?

Student lifestyle is very good, since there is so much nightlife and hanging out to go for a coffee, or gather around for studying at coffee places.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Food is amazing. 24/7 places to eat at the city center. Souvlaki is a traditional plate and also delicious.

What places would you recommend to visit in Athens?

Syntagma square, The Royal Garden (Zappeio), Acropolis, The Acropolis Museum, Plaka, Monastiraki, but also many bars and cafés at the city center. Nea Smirni's square accessible with the tram at Aghia Fotini stop. Or a stroll near the sea at Floisvos, also accessible with the tram at Floisvos stop.

Is it good to eat out in Athens? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

• "Hot Hot" burger bar at Kolokotroni road.
• "Juicy grill" at Cholargos
• "Makaronia" at Koukaki.

Is the nightlife good in Athens? Where is good to go?

There are so many places to go to, I cannot even begin. A few are:

• Six D. O. G. S. at Monastiraki
• TAF (the art foundation) also at Monastiraki.
• Loukoumi and A for Athens, also at Monastiraki.
• Gazi square has a lot of clubs and bars to go to