Is Glyfada worth visiting?
Walking along the sea, shopping and great dining options draw people year round. Glyfada is definitely worth a visit! If you have any questions about where to go, what to do, and all that jazz- please feel free to contact me or Ask a Local.
What is Glyfada known for?
Glyfada on the south coast of Attica, is well known for the vibrant atmosphere, the lively entertainment, the interesting shopping and of course the beach. Two marinas host a number of yachts and the young crowd flocks to the water sports and other athletic activities.
Is Glyfada safe?
Crime rates in Glyfada, Greece
Level of crime | 68.75 | High |
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Crime increasing in the past 3 years | 81.25 | Very High |
Worries home broken and things stolen | 71.88 | High |
Worries being mugged or robbed | 68.75 | High |
Worries car stolen | 62.50 | High |
Is Glyfada a good place to live?
Generally I would say Glyfada is good because it is insulated from the rest of Athens; you will be paying more for everything than you would in other parts of the city but it will be a nicer experience and if you have the money, it’s worth it.
How many people live in Glyfada?
87,305
Glyfada
Glyfada Γλυφάδα | |
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Lowest elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
Population (2011) | |
• Municipality | 87,305 |
• Municipality density | 3,400/km2 (8,900/sq mi) |
How much is a taxi from Athens to Glyfada?
The quickest way to get from Athens to Glyfada is to taxi which costs €13 – €16 and takes 14 min.
What is Glyfada in Corfu like?
Information about Glyfada beach The beach offers a wide variety of beach facilities like sunbeds and umbrellas, water sports facilities, shops and taverns. Glyfada attracts mostly young crowds and it is usually noisy. Glyfada is one of the best examples of the island’s sandy beaches.
Is Piraeus safe at night?
Stay Safe[edit] Piraeus is a huge port filled with sailors, and parts of it are about as tough as you’d expect such a place to be. The areas right by the ferry quays are safe enough, but avoid wandering around the rest of Piraeus, especially at night, unless you know your way around.
What is the best area in Athens to live?
- Plaka Neighborhood – Best Neighborhood in Athens for First-timers.
- Gazi Neighborhood – Best Area to Stay in Athens on a Budget.
- Psyri Neighborhood – Best Area to Stay in Athens for Nightlife.
- Exarchia Neighborhood – Artsiest Neighborhood in Athens.
- Kifissia Neighborhood – Best Neighborhood for Families.
What is Glyfada Athens like?
A well-to-do resort on the Athens Riviera, Glyfada is where Greek tycoons, politicians and foreign oligarchs go for sun, sea and sand a short drive of the capital. To the uninitiated it’s a kind of Greek Marbella, with luxury boutiques, snazzy cocktail bars, a golf course and a string of private beaches.
Where in Greece is Glyfada?
South Athens
Glyfada (Greek: Γλυφάδα, pronounced [ɣliˈfaða]) is a suburb in South Athens located in the Athens Riviera along the Athens coast. It is situated in the southern parts of the Athens’ Urban Area. The area stretches from the foot of the Hymettus mountain to the Saronic Gulf. It is the largest of Athens’ southern suburbs.