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VARKIZA

Varkiza

About Varkiza

Varkiza is a beloved suburb of Southern Athens, offering everything for a perfect coastal escape. This seaside area features organized beaches as well as secluded small harbors, cafés, restaurants, and a lively nightlife. Beautiful villas, modern apartment complexes, and contemporary hotels complete the picture. It enjoys a privileged location close to Athens, with easy access via Poseidonos Avenue and Vari Avenue, only 27 km from the city center. From Varkiza, you can also easily reach nearby beaches such as Saronida, Anavyssos, and Sounio. Varkiza boasts a beautiful organized sandy beach where visitors can enjoy a refreshing swim with full amenities. Water sports are available, along with tennis courts, basketball and volleyball courts, playgrounds, restaurants, and cafés within the beach facilities. For those who prefer quiet, secluded spots, the small harbors of Varkiza create the impression of a private beach. Historically, Varkiza has been inhabited since ancient times. Excavations in the wider area have revealed cemeteries from the Geometric period, as well as remnants of ancient settlements including roads, houses, and walls. Of particular interest is the Cave of the Nymphs, which served as a place of worship in antiquity and is located northwest of the Evelpidon School.
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