Outdoor movie theatres in Athens

Summer cinemas are just that, outdoor cinemas that are open during the summer months, usually May to late September, although warm weather might keep some of them open into the first weeks of October. You will find them in any major city in Greece, along with quite a few islands and tourist centers, although their number has plummeted since the mid 70’s when Athens had an estimated 1000 outdoor cinemas… today barely 30 survive. Most have 2 showings a night starting at 9 and 11pm with movies being shown in their original language with greek subtitles.

The chance to cool off in the open, a frosty beer in front of you, free to light up a cigarette if you so choose (and the Greeks surely do choose), truly a great Athenian summertime tradition. Find the cinema nearest you from the list below, call to find out what is playing (some specialise in classics, last year’s hits etc while other show the latest blockbusters), and go do as the Athenians do, you won’t be disappointed!