All open-air street markets will operate as normal on Christmas Eve allowing shoppers to stock up on fresh produce and holiday essentials, before closing for the Christmas holidays and resuming regular operations on Saturday, December 27

Public transport services in Athens will operate on a Sunday and public holiday timetable from Christmas Eve through December 27, with additional route changes due to events and works across the capital

A detailed guide to all the free festive events that will be taking place in Athens and Piraeus over the festive season. Could there be a better way for young and old alike to get into the holiday spirit?

The Mayor of Athens invites young and old to the Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on Syntagma Square this Thursday at 6pm.