Athens Historical Center Guidebook
Food Scene
Located between Monastiraki and Omonoia metro station at Athinas street. Varkvakeios market is the most important market of the city. You can buy meat, fish, cheese, herbs, fruits, vegetables, second hand furniture, books and clothes. But most of all you can take a look at what a normal day looks like in this capital. If you are interested in flea markets do not miss a walk at Varvakeios.
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Varvakios Central Municipal Market
42 AthinasLocated between Monastiraki and Omonoia metro station at Athinas street. Varkvakeios market is the most important market of the city. You can buy meat, fish, cheese, herbs, fruits, vegetables, second hand furniture, books and clothes. But most of all you can take a look at what a normal day looks like in this capital. If you are interested in flea markets do not miss a walk at Varvakeios.
Possibly the coolest hang-out joint in Athens. A London style cycle cafe
23 residents recomanen
The HandleBar
MelanthiouPossibly the coolest hang-out joint in Athens. A London style cycle cafe
in the heart of Plaka, this take away (or stay and eat there) restaurant makes the best Indian food you can get for just a few euros.. Service very friendly, even when they were packed and very busy.. also their beer menu is amazing. Worth every cent.
30 residents recomanen
Mirch
109 Ermouin the heart of Plaka, this take away (or stay and eat there) restaurant makes the best Indian food you can get for just a few euros.. Service very friendly, even when they were packed and very busy.. also their beer menu is amazing. Worth every cent.
The eatery specializes in lahmacun, the thin, round flatbread topped with spiced ground meat and vegetables – a kind of Middle Eastern version of pizza.
53 residents recomanen
Feyrouz
1 AgathonosThe eatery specializes in lahmacun, the thin, round flatbread topped with spiced ground meat and vegetables – a kind of Middle Eastern version of pizza.
Modern cuisine restaurant with stunning views of the Acropolis.The food—especially the inventive seafood and pasta dishes—is among the best in Athens, standing out on touristy Adrianou.(Apx. €38/pers)
81 residents recomanen
Kuzina
9 AdrianouModern cuisine restaurant with stunning views of the Acropolis.The food—especially the inventive seafood and pasta dishes—is among the best in Athens, standing out on touristy Adrianou.(Apx. €38/pers)
Elegant roof top bar and restaurant on the 5th floor of Herodion Hotel with breathtaking views of the Acropolis
11 residents recomanen
POINT a (Acropolis Point)
4a Rovertou GalliElegant roof top bar and restaurant on the 5th floor of Herodion Hotel with breathtaking views of the Acropolis
Chill hangout on the roof of the Central Hotel with local meals & cocktails, plus Acropolis views.
11 residents recomanen
Thea Terrace
21 ApollonosChill hangout on the roof of the Central Hotel with local meals & cocktails, plus Acropolis views.
Drinks & Nightlife
This tiny bar is located on a beautiful pedestrian street,away from the city's noise and car traffic. French bistrot influenced decor,Blue Bird is perfect for coffee and tea as well as drinks at night
43 residents recomanen
Blue Bird
4 IpitouThis tiny bar is located on a beautiful pedestrian street,away from the city's noise and car traffic. French bistrot influenced decor,Blue Bird is perfect for coffee and tea as well as drinks at night
A modern wine bar, with one of the greatest wine selections from around Greece and abroad. They often organise wine tasting events, and you can also buy a bottle of that wine you loved.
93 residents recomanen
Oinoscent
45-47 VoulisA modern wine bar, with one of the greatest wine selections from around Greece and abroad. They often organise wine tasting events, and you can also buy a bottle of that wine you loved.
Vibrant rooftop bistro with a terrace serving local & global fare, plus cocktails & Acropolis views.
179 residents recomanen
Couleur Locale
3 NormanouVibrant rooftop bistro with a terrace serving local & global fare, plus cocktails & Acropolis views.
Laid-back bar serving pizza, tacos & other comfort food in a homey space with a great terrace.
Buena Vista Social Bar
7 Agiou FilippouLaid-back bar serving pizza, tacos & other comfort food in a homey space with a great terrace.
In the heart of Athens just across the Metropolitan Cathedral, live the all-day brunch and cocktail bar experience on the terrace of CIEL
12 residents recomanen
Ciel Athens
2 MitropoleosIn the heart of Athens just across the Metropolitan Cathedral, live the all-day brunch and cocktail bar experience on the terrace of CIEL
Sightseeing
A must see - the largest temple in Athens will make you feel so tiny against it's tremendous columns. just opposite the apartment!
731 residents recomanen
Temple de Zeus Olímpic
A must see - the largest temple in Athens will make you feel so tiny against it's tremendous columns. just opposite the apartment!
Arts & Culture
Simply, the best way to experience the masterpiece of Parthenon except maybe for using a time machine... Grab some food and a drink on the terrace cafe!
2190 residents recomanen
Museu de l'acròpolis
15 Dionysiou AreopagitouSimply, the best way to experience the masterpiece of Parthenon except maybe for using a time machine... Grab some food and a drink on the terrace cafe!
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center is a complex in the bay of Faliro in Athens which includes new facilities for the National Library of Greece and the Greek National Opera, as well as the 210,000 m² Stavros Niarchos Park
741 residents recomanen
Centre Cultural de la Fundació Stavros Niarchos
364 Leof. Andrea SiggrouThe Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center is a complex in the bay of Faliro in Athens which includes new facilities for the National Library of Greece and the Greek National Opera, as well as the 210,000 m² Stavros Niarchos Park
Parks & Nature
Lovely garden to walk around. Many attractions lie around it so it is a great way to walk across the garden to visit them. The garden itself has a charming pond with ducks and turtles. Kids loved it. Highly recommended for a relaxing few hours.
1171 residents recomanen
Jardí Nacional
1 Leoforos Vasilisis AmaliasLovely garden to walk around. Many attractions lie around it so it is a great way to walk across the garden to visit them. The garden itself has a charming pond with ducks and turtles. Kids loved it. Highly recommended for a relaxing few hours.
Food scene
Modern Greek dishes & meze platters turned out in spacious environs with seating in a breezy garden.
178 residents recomanen
Ama Lachei
69 KallidromiouModern Greek dishes & meze platters turned out in spacious environs with seating in a breezy garden.