Christmas in Athens 2026 | Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel

Embrace Christmas in the Athens Riviera with an extraordinary coastal getaway at Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens, combining scenic winter views of the Saronic Gulf with wellness spa rituals, festive dining, family activities and luxury waterfront shopping. Enjoy ice-skating, Christmas markets and gingerbread classes mixed with local traditions and seasonal festive food. Our seaside sanctuary provides a luxury setting for your festive celebrations.

Seasonal Wellness & Holiday Fitness

Gold Body Polish by Omorovicza

The Blue Diamond Performance Facial by Omorovicza

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12 Days of Christmas Fitness Challenge Stay active through the holidays with our engaging wellness series that runs from December 12 to 24. Inspired by the traditional Christmas carol, our hotel fitness team hosts daily movement challenges, ranging from high-intensity interval sessions to restorative beachside mobility work, creating a fun and communal workout environment.

Festive Dining

Christmas Eve Dinner Celebrate the night before Christmas with distinct dining experiences at our Hotel. At Mercato, savour a refined five-course Italian set menu, featuring chestnut and foie gras velouté with espresso, Wagyu carpaccio, pulled rabbit cannelloni, a choice of herb-crusted turbot fillet or beef osso buco ragù, and panettone ispirato with rum ice cream. Savour a selection of festive à la carte items at Winter Taverna 37, including lachanodolamdes stuffed cabbage, roasted turkey with traditional Greek rice and chestnut stuffing, glazed beef cheeks with pumpkin cream, and classic galaktoboureko.

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Christmas Dinner at Taverna 37 On Christmas Day, Winter Taverna 37 offers an authentic Greek Christmas menu. Begin with traditional chicken avgolemono soup and cold meze selections such as Athinaki salad with bottarga, fava bean cream with truffle, and Cretan lamb meat pie. For the main course, choose between traditional roasted turkey with rice and chestnut stuffing or crispy roasted porchetta served with atzem pilaf rice. Conclude the celebration with loukoumades, tsoureki brioche such as ekmek, or warm chocolate pie.

Christmas Brunch at Mercato Elevate your holiday afternoon with an Italian Christmas Day brunch at Mercato. Highlights include an extensive antipasti bar, a dedicated cevicheria and oyster corner, and live carving stations with roasted turkey, porchetta, tomahawk steak and glazed roasted ham. Savour hot tavola calda items such as Wagyu beef ribs cooked in beer sauce, slow-cooked lamb shoulder, hand-rolled pasta and a giant pass-around panettone station.

Winter Taverna 37 Christmas Celebrations & Game Specials From December 15, 2026, to January 10, 2027, Winter Taverna 37 presents an exclusive à la carte menu celebrating winter game and poultry. Featured seasonal specialties include wild boar stifado braised with pearl onions, red wine and allspice; venison salmis in a dark wine-infused sauce with butter, aromatic spices and chestnuts; and guinea fowl slow-cooked in a rich tomato sauce served over traditional hylopites pasta with mizithra cheese.

Christmas Entertainment in Athens for Families Younger guests can enjoy our dedicated holiday calendar running December 24 to 26 and December 31 to January 2. Interactive activities include gingerbread house building, handmade Christmas stocking workshops, custom Advent calendar crafting, snow globe creation and interactive candy cane hunts across the Hotel’s grounds. Learn More

Experience Winter Luxury on the Athenian Riviera

Staying at Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens during Christmas offers the tranquil privacy of a 30-hectare (75-acre) pine-filled peninsula positioned just 30 minutes from Athens’ historic centre. From sparkling marina light displays to warm fireside dining, celebrating the holidays here balances city sightseeing with a seaside retreat.

Christmas Eve Dinner & Christmas Lunch

Savour tailored multi-course menus on Christmas Eve and a rich seaside lunch on Christmas Day at Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens.

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Ice-Skating, Gingerbread Classes & Crafts

Younger guests can participate in gingerbread house workshops, candy cane hunts and holiday craft sessions this festive season.

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Signature Festive Gifts at the Boutique

Discover refined holiday shopping at the hotel boutique, featuring an exclusive seasonal gifting selection. Highlights include our signature limited-edition Four Seasons holiday candles and luxury silk scarves, alongside curated artisan products and luxury travel accessories ideal for holiday gift giving.

Winter Wellness

Experience radiant skin treatments such as Gold Body Polish by Omorovicza and The Blue Diamond Performance Facial by Omorovicza at our award-winning hotel spa.

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Scenic Seaside Walking

Walk the scenic coastal paths that wrap around 30 hectares (75 acres) of private pine gardens and quiet rocky coves before visiting the festive Astir Marina.

FAQ

: December along the Athenian Riviera brings mild winter weather, with average daytime temperatures from 12 to 16 degrees C (54 to 61 F). Days are typically crisp and pleasant, ideal for coastal walks and outdoor market visits.
: Holiday dining reservations for Mercato and Winter Taverna 37 can be arranged directly through our central food and beverage reservations team or concierge desk. Because of high seasonal demand, advance bookings are required for both hotel guests and visitors.
: The Astir Christmas Market is located directly adjacent to our Hotel at Astir Marina. Take a five-minute walk along the coastal path or request complimentary golf cart transfers at the concierge desk.
: Yes, day visitors are welcome to book seasonal spa experiences at our Four Seasons Spa in Athens, including the Gold Body Polish by Omorovicza and The Blue Diamond Performance Facial by Omorovicza. Access to thermal facilities is included with booked treatments.
: Complimentary daily festive activities run from December 24 to 26 and December 31 to January 2 in our Kids For All Seasons program. Activities include gingerbread house workshops, Advent calendar crafting, stocking design and guided candy cane hunts.

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