Greece celebrates Independence Day on Thursday 25 March 2027, with the national military parade passing Syntagma Square in Athens. Luxura chauffeurs plan around the closures.
- Dates
- Thursday 25 March 2027
- Starts
- 11:00 local time
- Venue
- Vasilissis Amalias Avenue and Syntagma Square
- City
- Athens
Greek Independence Day is celebrated on 25 March, which in 2027 is a Thursday. Athens hosts the national military parade along Vasilissis Amalias Avenue, past Syntagma Square and the Parliament.
What does 25 March celebrate?
The day marks the start of the Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire in 1821. It is also the Feast of the Annunciation in the Orthodox Church. The parade includes armed forces units, and the traditional meal of the day is salt cod with garlic sauce, bakaliaros skordalia.
How do you travel in Athens on Independence Day?
Central roads, including Vasilissis Amalias, Syntagma and nearby streets, close for the parade and rehearsals. Security is tight around Parliament. Your chauffeur will drop you near an open viewing area and plan airport or Riviera transfers around the closures.
Planning your day
- Arrive early for a good view of the parade.
- Expect closures and security in the centre.
- Check museum opening hours for the holiday.
- Allow extra time for airport transfers.
Explore more about chauffeur travel in Athens, or book your transfer online or on WhatsApp.
How your chauffeured day runs
- Pickup at your doorYour chauffeur arrives ahead of time and messages on arrival.
- Drop-off at the venueAs close to the entrance as the venue allows.
- Return rideYour chauffeur waits at a meeting point we share with you on the day.
