Ampelokipoi Car Hire

Guide of Ampelokipoi

Geography

Ampelokipoi is a central suburb of Athens in Greece. It lies some 4km north of Syntagma Square in Athens city centre and is part of the Attica region. Ampelokipoi means 'vineyards', in Greek as the region was once famous for its grape growing. Five of the city's major boulevards today cut through the district of Ampelokipoi. One of which is Vasilissis Sofias, the most emblematic street of Athens. Many refugees settled in this area during the the Population Exchange between Greece and Turkey in the 1920s. The area is also home to many hospitals, which were built here to take advantage of the healthy climate.

Climate in Ampelokipoi

Athens is one of Europe’s hottest cities. Temperatures soar from July to August, most days reaching over 30°C. If you are visiting the city’s show-stopping sights during the summer months, you should start early in the morning to avoid the crowds and the worst of the high heat, UV and humidity levels.

The winter months are much more tolerable with average temperatures hovering around 13°C (55.5°F). Overall, Ampelokipoi enjoys a warm Mediterranean climate with mild, damp winters and long, hot summers. The city doesn’t get much rainfall apart from short showers throughout the winter months. The best time to visit Ampelokipoi is in spring or autumn when temperatures are much more pleasant - usually in the 20s - and the crowds have thinned out.

Culture

Ampelokipoi takes its name for the vineyards that used to dot the landscape of the region. Once a small village and when rich Athenians built cottages, the population grew when refugees settled in the area after the Asia Minor Disaster of 1922. Today, the neighbourhood is famous for being the home to Panathinaikos A.O., the popular Greek football team, as as home to the Apollo Tower, the tallest residential tower in Greece.

Things To Do in Ampelokipoi

Shop till you drop

Ampelokipoi is a lively neighbourhood with a youthful character with wonderful shopping opportunities, should that be your thing. Head along the streets of Larisis and Kifisias to find a wide range of fashion shops, from high street to designer and independent boutiques.

Meander Mail Square

Need to escape the hustle and the heat? Then make your way to lovely, leafy Mavli Square right in the centre of Ampelokipoi. Make sure you check out the beautiful carved bust of Lorenzo Mavilis, the poet who lends his name to this green space. Then, find a shady bench and take refuge whilst watching the world go by.

Learn more about the Olympics

The Olympic Athletic Center of Athens O.A.K.A. “Spiros Louis” is a massive sports stadium that has hosted many important sporting events and music concerts. It is named after Spiros Louis, the first modern Olympic marathon gold medalist in 1896. On a tour, you can learn more about the history of the Olympics and the contraction of the stadium.

Watch a soccer match

Head to the legendary Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium, home of the famous Greek soccer team Panathinaikos. For a thrilling game, try and catch a derby clash between Panathinaikos and Olympiacos.

Watch a movie

Film fans rejoice! There are nine cinemas in Ampelokipoi where you can watch the latest blockbusters and indie releases whilst munching on popcorn. Films are sometimes dubbed in Greek or are in English with Greek subtitles. There are even open-air film screenings in the summer months.

Eating Out in Ampelokipoi

Ampelokipoi offers a variety of options when it comes to enjoying local food and drink. It also hosts a market for every taste. In fact, one of Athen’s largest farmers’ markets takes place every Saturday on Louizis Riankour Street. Make sure you stock up on up a mixture of seafood, olives, and nuts, as well as anything else that catches your eye from the wide variety of fresh produce available. Whilst at the market, sample a range of local delicacies by ordering an ouzaki lunch. Ouzaki is a light lunch that consists of different types of meze dishes accompanied by Ouzo, a dry anise-flavoured aperitif. Some of our favourite restaurants and cafes in Ampelokipoi include Oroscopo, Avanti, Barato Cafe Panormou, and Mylólithos.

Transport

Airport

The nearest airport to Ampelokipoi is Athens International Airport (ATH). The distance from Athens International Airport to Ampelokipoi is 18.6 miles (30 kilometres). From the airport, you can catch a train, bus, or taxi to Ampelokipoi. You can of course rent a car and make your own way there are your own pace.

Getting Around Ampelokipoi

Ampelokipoi is best explored by walking around. However, if you want to give your feet a rest, you can get around on public transport. There are five main public transit options in the Athens urban area: metro/electric rail, city buses, electric trolley-buses, tram, and the suburban railway. You can purchase a universal ticket which can be used on any mode of public transport. You can easily reach Ampelokipoi from Athens city centre by taking metro Line M3 to the Ampelokipoi station. The journey takes around 15 minutes. If you want to explore the charming Athenian countryside, hiring a car is a great idea, especially if you are on a tight schedule or just want the flexibility to do your own thing. Hiring a car is ideal for honeymooning couples who want to enjoy spontaneous pitstops, and families with children who need to make frequent stops. Whatever your reasons may be, Enjoy Travel has got your car hire needs covered.