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20 of the Best Beach Clubs in Athens
The Athens Riviera starts just 30 minutes from the centre. From the exclusive sands of Vouliagmeni to party beaches in Alimos and family favourites in Varkiza, these are twenty of the best places to spend a summer day by the sea.
Our 20 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
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Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love Athens.
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Most exclusive
Astir Beach
The most prestigious beach in Athens, on the Four Seasons Astir Palace peninsula: clear calm water, fine sand, smart sunbeds and cabanas, and excellent restaurants. Book ahead at weekends.
40 ApollonosExplore View on map
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Sunset & nightlife
Island Club & Restaurant
A Riviera landmark on the cliffs above the sea, with a pool, Mediterranean and sushi menus, sunset cocktails and DJs late into the night. Open roughly May to September.
27th km Athens–Sounio AveExplore View on map
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Most popular
Balux Beach Club
Glyfada's best-known beach club, a glass-fronted clubhouse with sunbeds by the sea, DJ sets, themed parties and famous Friday sundowners.
Asteras Glyfadas, Posidonos AveExplore View on map
The full list: Beach Clubs, A–Z
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Intimate
Akanthus
A smaller, design-led beach club with quality sunbeds, a relaxed upmarket feel and live music nights in summer.
Akti tou IliouExplore View on map
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Big-name DJs
Akrotiri Club
A seafront summer club known for house and techno with international DJ residencies, from sunset sessions to late-night parties.
Alimos waterfrontExplore View on map
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Kids' slides
Akti tou Iliou
A popular organised beach with water slides for children, a beach restaurant and easy access by tram from the centre.
Posidonos AveExplore View on map
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Sea-view dining
Ark Beach Club
Sister to Balux at Asteras Glyfadas, pairing a stylish beach with a Mediterranean restaurant and relaxed daytime music.
Asteras Glyfadas, Posidonos AveExplore View on map
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Great value
Asteria Glyfadas
A large, well-run organised beach with lifeguards, a playground, water sports and a beach bar. Entry includes a sunbed.
Posidonos AveExplore View on map
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Most exclusive
Astir Beach
The most prestigious beach in Athens, on the Four Seasons Astir Palace peninsula: clear calm water, fine sand, smart sunbeds and cabanas, and excellent restaurants. Book ahead at weekends.
40 ApollonosExplore View on map
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Small & relaxed
Athines by the Sea
A small beach with a laid-back restaurant, showers and good-value sunbeds, ideal for a quieter day by the sea.
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Most popular
Balux Beach Club
Glyfada's best-known beach club, a glass-fronted clubhouse with sunbeds by the sea, DJ sets, themed parties and famous Friday sundowners.
Asteras Glyfadas, Posidonos AveExplore View on map
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Party beach
Bolivar Beach Bar
An island-style beach bar on the sand that turns into a dance floor at night, with DJ sets and concerts and a more relaxed crowd than the Vouliagmeni clubs.
Posidonos AveExplore View on map
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Cabanas
Holy Spirit Beach Bar
A stylish beach bar on Varkiza's sands with luxury cabanas, big cocktails and themed summer evenings.
Varkiza beach (EOT)Explore View on map
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Sunset & nightlife
Island Club & Restaurant
A Riviera landmark on the cliffs above the sea, with a pool, Mediterranean and sushi menus, sunset cocktails and DJs late into the night. Open roughly May to September.
27th km Athens–Sounio AveExplore View on map
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Hidden cove
Krabo Beach
A small, stylish beach club in a sheltered cove, with island-inspired decor that feels more Mykonos than Athens.
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Wild swimming
Limanakia Vouliagmenis
A string of rocky coves with deep, crystal-clear water between Vouliagmeni and Varkiza. No sunbeds or facilities, just swimming off the rocks, so bring water and good shoes.
Athens–Sounio Ave, between Vouliagmeni and VarkizaExplore View on map
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Pool & beach
Lohan Seaside
The seaside summer edition of Gazi's famous club, with a private beach, heated pool, restaurant and a nightclub after dark.
83 Posidonos AveExplore View on map
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Tropical vibe
Macaw Beach Bar
An exotic, island-style beach bar serving Mediterranean food and colourful cocktails right on the sand.
Akti tou Iliou, Posidonos AveExplore View on map
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Garden lounge
Penarrubia Lounge
A modern seaside lounge with a lovely garden, open from breakfast to late-night cocktails.
20 Posidonos AveExplore View on map
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Day-trip beach
Tahiti Beach Bar
A beach bar on a private stretch of coast further down the Riviera, good for families and groups on the way to Sounion.
205 Athens–Sounio AveExplore View on map
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All-day
Varkiza Resort
A big, lively beach complex with several bars and restaurants, water sports hire and a buzzing atmosphere from morning to night.
Varkiza beachExplore View on map
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Classic beach
Vouliagmeni Beach (Akti Vouliagmenis)
A long, sandy organised beach by Vouliagmeni's marina, with shallow water, a playground and a casual café. A classic Athenian summer day out.
Posidonos AveExplore View on map
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Peaceful
Zen Beach
A tranquil beach in a natural setting with a well-regarded seafood restaurant. Sunbeds are cheaper early and late in the day.
Niriides, VouliagmeniExplore View on map
Price guide per person for entry and a sunbed: € under €10, €€ €10–25, €€€ €25–50, €€€€ over €50. Most beach clubs open from May to September or October; book ahead at weekends.
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