If you are vacationing in Athens, there are excellent spots to discover in the eastern part of Attica, on the other side of mount Hymettus and Penteli.

On the east coast of Attica there is a series of settlements-cities that used to be summer resorts, yet now they constitute the main residence of the majority of their population. Lavrio, Porto Rafti, Loutsa, Rafina, Nea Makri, Mati are areas with excellent beaches and many options for accommodation, food, coffee, drink and entertainment.

In this side of Athens but off the coast, is also the area of Spata, with the International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos and the area of Paiania, with the famous Cave Koutouki.

A significant area of ​​eastern Attica is the Marathon, one of the most historic parts of the entire Attica. It is here that the famous Battle of Marathon took place between Greeks and Persians, it is here that the Tomb of Marathon lies in honor of the fallen and of course it is here that the Athens Classic Marathon starts. Locations in East Attica with intense archaeological interest include Horopos with the Amphiaraeion and Brauron with the ruins of the Temple of Artemis.

Eastern Athens is an ideal destination for a day trip from central Athens, both for the permanent residents and for those who have chosen to spend their holidays in Athens.