Indulge Yourself

With a wide range of restaurants open for 24-hours, you can grab a bite no matter how late you’re landing in AIA. Some of the Greek options include Kir-Yanni Wine Bar which is quite popular for it’s dining experience, or check out some European cafes and sit-down restaurants.

Surf the Internet

Free Wi-Fi option in AIA is only available for a time period of 45 minutes, but it can be upgraded for more premium options for a reasonable cost. Free WiFi is also available for 15 minutes through one of the 22 internet kiosks located through the airport.

Get a Relaxing Massage

If you’re in need of some pampering, the spa inside the Sofitel hotel is open to non-guests. Services include facials, massages, manicures and pedicures, and more. Since the Sofitel is located outside the airport terminal, you’ll be required to exit and re-enter Security.

Shop Your Heart Out

Famous international brands, duty-free shops like the Hellenic Duty Free shop have all the standard necessities. There are also plenty of shops for cigars, jewellery, perfume, beauty products, and much more.

Get a dose of History

For many travellers, Greece is synonymous with history. The Main Terminal features permanent exhibitions from the Acropolis Museum in town. There’s also the Exhibition of Archaeological Findings and the Eleftherios Venizelos Permanent Exhibition is dedicated to Greek aviation history. This is a must visit for all Greek History fanatics.

Explore Athens

If you’ve got a few hours, you can take advantage of the airport’s location to get out and about for some fresh air and local Greek culture. Getting to the downtown using a subway is recommended since the taxi fares are expensive for tourists.

1. Visit the Syntagma Square This famous square of Greece is a very busy and lively place in Athens. It is best to take a relaxing walk along the Parliament Building in the immediate vicinity or spend some time near the artesian fountain.
2. Visit Ermou Street To get to the heart of shopping in Athens, Ermou Street is the place. Luxury brands, chic cafes, and cool terraces are all lined up on the vibrant Ermou Street. This street is also popular for the mesmerising architecture of the buildings.
3. Visit the Ruins of AcropolisMany people confuse the Acropolis with the ruins, but the Acropolis is just the name of the citadel, the fortified chine. The Parthenon is the most admired building on the Acropolis. It was built as a temple for goddess Athena, became a church and later, a mosque. For the historic lover in you, this is the best layover stop to experience.

Others

AIA, being the busiest and largest airport of Greece has a variety of services to offer its passengers. Some of them apart from the ones already mentioned above include Currency Exchange centres, Pharmacies, Emergency Medical Assistance Services, Smoking Areas, Lost and Found, Baggage storage centres, Tourist and Airport Information Desks, Children’s Play Areas, Airport Hotels, Charging units, ATMs, among many others are spread throughout the two terminals of the airport.

Athens also has an Airport App to help passengers navigate through the airport easily without any worry and stress, although the information desks are there to cater to any information you may need.

Passenger Meet and Greet services offered by us at JODOGO will include a representative who will welcome you with a name board (a bouquet of flowers on request) and help you with everything from luggage handling, lounge access, etc.