Athens

This year, DjangoCon Europe lands in Athens, the city of democracy, ancient gods and Mediterranean light. Hemmed in by sea and stone, Athens holds three millennia of history and philosophy. The Acropolis rises above it all, watching over the bustling streets — the bars, cafés and conversations that spill into the night. There's something transcendental in the air. It carries the stories of a thousand years. Now it will carry yours.

Reaching Athens is simple and well-connected from anywhere in Europe and beyond. Athens International Airport (ATH) welcomes direct flights from most major European cities daily (London, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam and more), all within 2 to 3 hours of flight time.

The airport is about 40 minutes from the city center by metro, bus or taxi.

From boutique hotels with Acropolis views to cozy apartments in lively neighborhoods, Athens offers a wide range of accommodation.

For easy access to DjangoCon (check the main venue here) and the city’s main attractions, look for stays in:

Athens is compact, walkable and well served by public transport. You can use the ATH.ENA Card for convenient travel across all networks or simply use your bank card—either physical or digital via your mobile phone or smartwatch (Apple Pay, Google Pay)—for instant and secure contactless ticket payments without the need for additional cards or paper tickets.

* Public transport runs from early morning, with a few key night buses covering main routes after midnight.
** If you prefer a more relaxed way to explore, hop on one of the Athens tour buses. The Hop-On Hop-Off routes connect major landmarks like the Acropolis, Syntagma Square, the National Garden, and more.

Soak in the effervescence of Athens.

Start your day right with great coffee and focused vibes for work in downtown Athens. If you want to get some work done before the DjangoCon day begins, we recommend staying near Athens Conservatoire, DjangoCon's main venue. There are plenty of cafes for brunch and remote work at Pangrati, Ilisia or Kolonaki, neighborhoods you can easily walk to the venue from afterward. 

As night falls, wander to Exarchia, Koukaki or Pangrati, electric downtown neighborhoods where locals gather for drinks, music and chats. If you have time to explore beyond the center, head north to Kifissia for tree-lined streets or south to Vouliagmeni, for an ice-cream walk or dinner by the sea.

Must-see: The Temple of Athena Nike (or Wingless Victory) and the Erechtheion, an Ionic temple dedicated to both Athena and Poseidon. Built in 420 BC, this compact temple is famous for the Caryatids, the graceful female figures supporting its southern porch.