Water Square (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Water Square?
What makes it 38% Baby-Friendly: Smooth paving suits strollers, however no nursing rooms, diaper stations, shade or quiet indoor space are provided; caregivers must bring full supplies and may need to leave quickly if baby overheats.
Positives:
- Free entry: Entry is free, ideal for budget families.
- Safe open space: No vehicles enter the plaza, so kids and strollers move freely.
Challenges:
- Lack of shade: Few shaded areas; the baby can overheat in strong sun on the paving.
- No baby facilities: No changing stations or restrooms; plan stops at SNFCC or your hotel.
What is Water Square?
- A broad paved public plaza along the southern coast of Athens in Kallithea
- An expansive seafront square adjacent to the marina on Poseidonos Avenue
- A multipurpose open-air venue regularly configured for concerts and music festivals
What is so special about Water Square for with baby?
- Smooth, stroller-friendly sea promenade
- Free waterfront picnic spots on stone benches
- Short 10-min walk to SNFCC soft-floor playground
- Benches ideal for sunset views
Note: Water Square is 38% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Athens for a more suitable experience.
Recommended visit duration: 30-60 minutes
Why 30-60 minutes visit duration is ideal for with baby: This gives enough time for a gentle stroll, waterfront views, and a short play break nearby for the baby.
Baby-Friendly Activities in Water Square
Stroller-friendly promenade:
Walk the flat, sea-facing plaza while pushing your stroller.
Tip: Bring a detachable sunshade and water; avoid the midday heat.
Picnic by the sea:
Set up snacks on the low stone walls for a quick break.
Tip: Pack baby-friendly finger foods and a waterproof mat.
Sunset viewing:
Enjoy sunset views over the marina from a bench.
Tip: Arrive 30 minutes early to secure a seat.
SNFCC playground detour:
Walk 10 minutes north to the Stavros Niarchos Park playground.
Tip: Check opening hours and follow signs to the soft-floor play area.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Water Square
- Time your visit: Come early morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds and heat.
- Combine nearby attractions: Pair with a visit to SNFCC park for playground and baby rooms.
Reviews of Water Square
Daan Hessels
One of the best festival experiences I’ve had! Upon entering we were gifted a free cola and if you stood in front of the stage you could receive ice cool water. This was well appreciated since it was 38 degrees Celsius outside. For the rest was the coin system a bit confusing but my experience was overall a 5/5. Thanks for having Haken Mastodon and Dream Theater all in one day! Never forgetting th...
NV
It's a nice and open space for the festival, but would've liked more spots for sitting/shade and a better variety of food and drinks. Food wise it's been only junk food. There should also be separate/away from the crowds areas for smoking.
Siegfried
Wonderful concert space everything neatly and tidily placed including drinks and food to cover all needs
Christina Matsaki
One of the best Venues for summer festivals with some really important acts coming to play here, either via Release Athens, or the Ejekt festival. There are many reasons to visit my home Athens, and one of the hidden gems is our summer music scene. Our Water Square (Plateia Nerou) is easy to get in and out of, and has all the facilities needed to put on a great show.including parking and public tr...
Cristina Tudos
Huuuge place! Well organized, in general. The facilities are right after the entrance ( wish there were closer to the stage) Drink stands - an infinite amount! Wish there were more. The cues become 30/40 minutes long during the main bands. Money exchange booths - there's very few, so the lines are infinite. No one can preview how much they drink, so exchanging money for the little coins is really ...
When is the best time to visit Water Square (Athens, Greece)?
In summer, visit early or late to avoid strong sun; in winter, bring a windbreaker as the seaside can be breezy.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Picnic supplies | EUR 10 |
| Water bottles | EUR 3 |
| Bus tickets (roundtrip for two) | EUR 4 |
| Coffee or snack | EUR 5 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 22 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Map of Water Square
Address: Leof. Poseidonos, Kallithea 176 74, Greece
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Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.
Phone Number
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