About this venue
Water Square is a beach-style open-air venue on the Athenian Riviera, built around one simple advantage: the sea itself. Rather than a traditional “arena,” it offers a spacious waterfront setting where the horizon, natural light, and coastal breeze set the tone. The key appeal is its open seaside layout, which can host everything from summer concerts to relaxed community events, with the shoreline and promenade forming a natural backdrop.
Inside the experience feels easy and immersive: sound carries in the open air, and guests often mix standing and casual seating with plenty of room to move. The atmosphere is unmistakably Mediterranean—salt in the air, soft evening light, and a holiday-like vibe even when you’re there for a ticketed event. Visitors especially value the sea views and the summer ambience that makes every program feel brighter and more memorable.
Address: Leof. Poseidonos, Kallithea, Greece. Access is directly from the coastal avenue, and the entrance is typically reached via the seafront promenade—follow event signage and designated meeting points. If you’re arriving by car, parking is usually along the avenue or nearby streets (subject to availability), while pedestrians will find the promenade the simplest route to the gate. For broader city transport and getting around beyond the venue area, see the text further down the page.
About the city
Kallithea, a lively seaside district of Athens, is not only a practical base for attending events, but also a place where the urban pulse naturally blends with culture, sport, and nightlife. Thanks to its proximity to central Athens and the Athenian Riviera, visitors often choose it when they want to reach top concert and sports venues with ease, without giving up a relaxed atmosphere. The area offers a solid range of accommodation and dining options, making it easy to plan a full day around an event—from coffee and dinner to a late stroll by the water.
Kallithea stands out for excellent connectivity, allowing visitors to get to key arenas and stadiums across greater Athens quickly. The backbone is Athens Metro Line 1 (ISAP) with the Kallithea station, which reliably links the district with Piraeus and the northern parts of the city. For moving toward the coastline and the Riviera, Athens Tram is also convenient, including the Tzitzifies and Kallithea stops. If you arrive by train, the main hub is Athens Railway Station (Larissa Station), while for flights the most common gateway is Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos”, from where it’s easy to continue by public transport or taxi into the city.
When you’re not rushing to your seat, Kallithea delivers a great “tourist bonus” before or after the event. A highlight is the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) with its vast park and panoramic viewpoints, perfect for unwinding and stepping away from the city’s buzz. For a classic Athens feel, it’s a quick hop to historic neighborhoods like Plaka and Monastiraki or a walk around the central squares, while sea lovers can easily continue to the Athenian Riviera and waterfront promenades along the Saronic Gulf.
