Just 16km from Athens city center from Glyfada residents can visit via car (approx. 20 mins), or via multiple public transport modes, bus (approx. 55 mins) and coastal tram (approx. 55mins). Alternatively, the nearest metro station from Glyfada (10-15 mins by car) is currently Elliniko which takes 17 mins to reach the city center. Astir Beach, Zen Beach, Athines Beach, Akti Vouliagmeni are a few of the locals favorite beaches within a 15 minute driving range. An alternative thermal (healing) experience would be to visit and swim at Limni (Lake) Vouliagmeni where temperatures range between 22 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. It is recognized as Greece’s natural NATURA 2000 network and it and is considered as a Site of Outstanding Natural Beauty by the Ministry of Culture. Other activities recommended are visits to the Ellinikon Experience Centre and to the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre, in Kalithea.


The new One & Only Aesthesis in Glyfada by Grivalia is expected to open its doors in 2023.The project concerns the reuse and modernization of the 5-star hotel Asteria Glyfada, with a capacity of 400 beds. According to the architectural study, they will be created 115 luxury rooms, 14 tourist residences, 12 suites, an exhibition space and a multi-purpose hall, 2 restaurants, archaeological walks, activity areas for children and teenagers and a rejuvenation center.