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Athens beaches map
Map of Athens beaches. Athens beaches map (Greece) to print. Athens beaches map (Greece) to download. Beyond Athens, down the Attica peninsula, are more spectacular antiquities, such as the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion and the site of Ancient Eleusis, as well as very good beaches, such as those near historical Marathon (as its mentioned in Athens beaches map). Since 1959 Astir Beach at Vouliagmeni has been a favorite, exclusive destination for Athenians and also visiting celebrities, Sounio is one of the most beautiful places close to Athens, with the temple of Poseidon on the promontory overlooking the Aegean sea, Galazia Akti on the coast of Schinias, close to Marathon, is one of the most beautiful places to swim not far from Athens, the Grand Beach at top notch Grand Resort Lagonissi, located in the southern suburbs of Athens on the road to Sounio, is ideal for a one-day holiday in attractive surroundings.
If you are visiting Athens during the summer season, you will definitely want to enjoy swimming and sunbathing. Make your choice amongst high-end beaches (as its shown in Athens beaches map), lively beach bars or more athletic style beaches. Varkiza Resort Yabanaki Beach is a popular destination for swimming close to Athens and easy to access, Anavyssos, on the way to Sounio, is one of the best places to swim close to Athens, with crystal clear waters and sandy beaches, Karavi at Schinias is the ultimate beach destination close to Athens and is extremely popular with the young public who enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.