The park is built on a portion of the runways and taxiways of the decommissioned Hellenikon International Airport.
The landscape design emphasizes xeriscaping to minimize irrigation requirements in the local climate.
The site incorporates an industrial aesthetic, paying homage to the aviation history of the Elliniko district.
It is the first completed section of what will eventually become one of Europe's largest coastal parks.
The children's play areas feature equipment specifically designed to encourage sensory and motor development through natural elements.
The Ellinikon Experience Park is a sustainably designed urban green space built on the former site of the Athens International Airport. It functions as a precursor to the larger Ellinikon metropolitan redevelopment project. The park features over 500 trees and 55,000 plants selected for their low water consumption and compatibility with the Mediterranean climate. A central feature is the interactive fountain, which utilizes dynamic water sequences. The grounds include dedicated children’s play areas constructed with sustainable, natural materials. Visitors navigate through gravel paths that integrate with remnants of the historic airport infrastructure. The park serves as an open-air laboratory for landscape architecture and ecological restoration. It is situated on the coastal side of the Athens Riviera, providing proximity to the Aegean Sea. The space acts as a public-access buffer zone during the ongoing massive construction of the Ellinikon complex.
The interactive fountain area during the twilight hours when the water features are illuminated.
Bring portable sun protection, such as hats or sunscreen, as mature shade trees are still developing.
Carry a reusable water bottle to use at the on-site hydration stations.
Visit during golden hour to capture the interplay between the modern landscape and the surrounding coastal light.
Do not wander into the active construction zones surrounding the park perimeter for safety reasons.
Maintain clean surroundings, keep pets leashed at all times, and remain on designated pathways to protect the xeriscaped vegetation.
