Guidebook for Plaka area and Athens
Getting around
Yiasemi
23 MnisikleousA nice place to drink your coffee in the streets of Plaka.
The port of Piraeus is the chief port in Greece and the largest passenger port in Europe.From here you take your boat to Cyclades.Very easy to reach by subway,only 30 minutes away from the flat.
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Portul Pireu
str Akti MiaouliThe port of Piraeus is the chief port in Greece and the largest passenger port in Europe.From here you take your boat to Cyclades.Very easy to reach by subway,only 30 minutes away from the flat.
Hertz
71 Vasilissis SofiasIf you like to rent a car this is the place
The hill is the best spot for great views of the city and majestic sunsets. It can be ascended by the Lycabettus Funicular. The hill has a large open-air amphitheatre at the top, which houses many Greek and international concerts.
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Zona de vizionare a Muntelui Lycabettus
The hill is the best spot for great views of the city and majestic sunsets. It can be ascended by the Lycabettus Funicular. The hill has a large open-air amphitheatre at the top, which houses many Greek and international concerts.
It was awarded from CNN as first of 10 of the world's most enjoyable movie theaters.
From your seat at Cine Thisio you not only get to view the latest blockbuster but also the Acropolis, and the Parthenon that sits on top.
Cine Thisio is the oldest outdoor movie theater in Athens, built in 1935 and shows both first-run studio releases and classic movies.
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Open Air Cinema THISION
7 Apostolou PavlouIt was awarded from CNN as first of 10 of the world's most enjoyable movie theaters.
From your seat at Cine Thisio you not only get to view the latest blockbuster but also the Acropolis, and the Parthenon that sits on top.
Cine Thisio is the oldest outdoor movie theater in Athens, built in 1935 and shows both first-run studio releases and classic movies.
The best views of Acropolis,Athens and Saronic Gulf. Great for photography.
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Dealul Filopappou
215 ΦυλήςThe best views of Acropolis,Athens and Saronic Gulf. Great for photography.
Shopping centres promoting most international brands.Ιt is in the top five shopping streets in Europe.
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Ermou
ErmouShopping centres promoting most international brands.Ιt is in the top five shopping streets in Europe.
Pl. Agias Irinis, Athina, Grecia
The hottest spot for coffee in town :)
Dionysiou Areopagitou Street is a pedestrianized street which starts from Thiseio station and ends to Acropoli. Great views of Acropolis.
Dionysiou Areopagitou, Athina, Grecia
Dionysiou Areopagitou Street is a pedestrianized street which starts from Thiseio station and ends to Acropoli. Great views of Acropolis.
Beautiful cove with green blue crystal clear waters to swim.There is also a beach bar where you can take your soft drinks and beers and relax under the shade. One hour away from the flat by public transport. You take the metro until Elliniko station (red line) and then bus 122,direction to Saronida. In one bus stop before you can swim in a natural spa, Vouliagmeni Lake!
Α'ΛΙΜΑΝΑΚΙΑ
Beautiful cove with green blue crystal clear waters to swim.There is also a beach bar where you can take your soft drinks and beers and relax under the shade. One hour away from the flat by public transport. You take the metro until Elliniko station (red line) and then bus 122,direction to Saronida. In one bus stop before you can swim in a natural spa, Vouliagmeni Lake!
Kekropos 5-7 Garage
the closest garage from the apartment
Lose yourself in our high-quality standard hammam facilities located in Athens at Plaka
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Al Hammam Traditional Baths
16 TripodonLose yourself in our high-quality standard hammam facilities located in Athens at Plaka
Drinks and Nightlife
A hidden paradise in the heart of Athens. Ideally to drink your coffee during the day or your drink at night. There are often live gigs. One of the best coffee-bars in Athens.
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six d.o.g.s
6-8 AvramiotouA hidden paradise in the heart of Athens. Ideally to drink your coffee during the day or your drink at night. There are often live gigs. One of the best coffee-bars in Athens.
Right next to Monastiraki square. It has a breathtaking view of the Acropolis. On the third floor you can enjoy your cocktails ;)
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360 Cocktail bar
2 IfestouRight next to Monastiraki square. It has a breathtaking view of the Acropolis. On the third floor you can enjoy your cocktails ;)
From the terrace of Gazi view you can see a panoramic view of Athens. Dancing with extraordinary cocktails! It's next from Kerameikos station.
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Gazi
From the terrace of Gazi view you can see a panoramic view of Athens. Dancing with extraordinary cocktails! It's next from Kerameikos station.
The 7 Jokers Coffee & Cocktail Bar
7 VoulisLacandona
Easygoing café serving light fare such as pizza, sandwiches & salads, plus coffee & cocktails.
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Blue Parrot
31 LeonidouEasygoing café serving light fare such as pizza, sandwiches & salads, plus coffee & cocktails.
Ipitou The Bar
4-6 IpitouBustling indoor-outdoor lounge offering craft cocktails & wine in a chic, eclectic atmosphere.
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Drunk Sinatra
16 ThiseosBustling indoor-outdoor lounge offering craft cocktails & wine in a chic, eclectic atmosphere.
Cocktails & classic pub fare are served in this quirky, multi-room bar that has a warm atmosphere.
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The Clumsies
30 PraxitelousCocktails & classic pub fare are served in this quirky, multi-room bar that has a warm atmosphere.
Praxitelous
Essentials
BAZAAR Supermarket
the closest supermarket from the apartment
Food scene
Traditional greek souvlaki since 1946. One of the best of Athens. You must taste it!! It is opened until 5 p.m.
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κωστα - Kostas
2 Pl. Agias IrinisTraditional greek souvlaki since 1946. One of the best of Athens. You must taste it!! It is opened until 5 p.m.
Aspro Alogo (i.e. White Horse) Traditional Greek Food
a nice and cheap tavern close to the apartment
SECRET ATHENS-9TH FLOOR!
It is a well hided authentic restaurant which serves delicious burgers in the heart of Athens, Syntagma. Highlight is the terrace which gives you an outstanding view of the Greek Parliament and Syntagma square. In Karagiorgis Servias 2 enter in the glass door,say hi to the doorman in your right and take the lift till up. It is opened until 5 p.m from Monday to Friday. It is better to come early if you like to find a seat.
The canteen of Karagiorgi Serbia (The Cretan)
SECRET ATHENS-9TH FLOOR!
It is a well hided authentic restaurant which serves delicious burgers in the heart of Athens, Syntagma. Highlight is the terrace which gives you an outstanding view of the Greek Parliament and Syntagma square. In Karagiorgis Servias 2 enter in the glass door,say hi to the doorman in your right and take the lift till up. It is opened until 5 p.m from Monday to Friday. It is better to come early if you like to find a seat.
Italian specialties & Neapolitan pizza dished up in a polished venue that has a warm atmosphere.
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Italian specialties & Neapolitan pizza dished up in a polished venue that has a warm atmosphere.
Amandine's Bagels
13 NikisSnug Japanese eatery serving noodles, meat plates, beef nigiri & sandwiches, plus unique cocktails
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Birdman
35 VoulisSnug Japanese eatery serving noodles, meat plates, beef nigiri & sandwiches, plus unique cocktails
Compact, stylish, light-filled restaurant serving an eclectic menu of elevated Asian fusion cuisine.
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Nolan
31 - 33 VoulisCompact, stylish, light-filled restaurant serving an eclectic menu of elevated Asian fusion cuisine.
HANOI ATHENS - AUTHENTIC VIETNAMESE FOOD
Authentic Vietnamese food
Gastone Athens
Eclectic bistro dishes & clever cocktails served in a cool, atmospheric space with outdoor seating.
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Feedέλ Urban Gastronomy
1 KtenaEclectic bistro dishes & clever cocktails served in a cool, atmospheric space with outdoor seating.
Los Gatos
To Neoklassiko
20 Karagiorgi ServiasGlykis
2 Gerontahoocut
9 Pl. Agias IrinisMonster Burgers & Beers
Dióskouroi
13 DioskouronOggi - Officina Gelato Gusto Italiano, Athens
17 VoulisBBL espresso bar & bakery
5 Kekroposa nice cafe close to the apartment
Neighborhoods
At the end of the road near the St. Simeon Church is a scenic tiny neighborhood of Athens, Anafiotika, part of old historical neighborhood called Plaka. It lies in northerneast side of the Acropolis hill. It gives to visitors the feel of Greek islands in the heart of the city, with white walls and small spaces. Deadends at terraces, where one can sit and enjoy an amazing night view of Athens.
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Anafiotika
At the end of the road near the St. Simeon Church is a scenic tiny neighborhood of Athens, Anafiotika, part of old historical neighborhood called Plaka. It lies in northerneast side of the Acropolis hill. It gives to visitors the feel of Greek islands in the heart of the city, with white walls and small spaces. Deadends at terraces, where one can sit and enjoy an amazing night view of Athens.
Gazi
Clubs and night life spot!
The central square features many cafes and bars. Due to the political character of the neighborhood, many bookstores, fair trade shops,organic food stores and comic book shops are also located here. Exarcheia region is a place where many intellectuals and artists live and it is also famous as a home for Greek anarchists.On street walls you can observe many graffiti of W.D. who lives in Athens and is the creator of many recognizable artworks globally. Exarcheia is 30 minutes on foot from the flat.
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Exarcheia
The central square features many cafes and bars. Due to the political character of the neighborhood, many bookstores, fair trade shops,organic food stores and comic book shops are also located here. Exarcheia region is a place where many intellectuals and artists live and it is also famous as a home for Greek anarchists.On street walls you can observe many graffiti of W.D. who lives in Athens and is the creator of many recognizable artworks globally. Exarcheia is 30 minutes on foot from the flat.
Sightseeing
The National Archaeological Museum is considered one of the greatest museums in the world and contains the richest collection of artifacts from Greek antiquity worldwide. The museum is 30 minutes on foot from the flat.
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National Archaeological Museum
44 28is OktovriouThe National Archaeological Museum is considered one of the greatest museums in the world and contains the richest collection of artifacts from Greek antiquity worldwide. The museum is 30 minutes on foot from the flat.
Cape Sounion is the best half-day trip you can do out of Athens. The drive there is one of the most picturesque all over Greece. It is located 70 kilometres southeast of Athens. Once you arrive you see the magnificent Temple of Poseidon. The temple is surrounded on three sides by the sea and it is well known as one of the best spots for the sunset in Greece. The view is incredible, you can see the islands of Saronic Gulf and as far as the coast of Peloponessos.
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Situl arheologic de la Sounion
Ethniki Odos 91Cape Sounion is the best half-day trip you can do out of Athens. The drive there is one of the most picturesque all over Greece. It is located 70 kilometres southeast of Athens. Once you arrive you see the magnificent Temple of Poseidon. The temple is surrounded on three sides by the sea and it is well known as one of the best spots for the sunset in Greece. The view is incredible, you can see the islands of Saronic Gulf and as far as the coast of Peloponessos.
Park and Nature
The National Garden is a public park in the center of the Greek capital, Athens. It is located directly behind the Greek Parliament building
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Grădina Națională
1 Leoforos Vasilisis AmaliasThe National Garden is a public park in the center of the Greek capital, Athens. It is located directly behind the Greek Parliament building
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.
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Centrul Cultural al Fundației 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.
Vouliagmeni Lake is truly a miracle of nature and one of the most beautiful places that you will discover in Athens.Swimming in the lake in this extraordinary scenery is something you will not forget! The lake is
excellent for swimming for pleasure or for therapy as it has a mineral spa with many healing properties. There is an entrance fee €16 during the weekdays and €19 during the weekend. You can find a cafe-restaurant if you like some refreshments. One hour away from the flat by public transport. You take the metro until Elliniko station (red line).Outside of this station you wait to the
bus stop for 122,direction to Saronida. Bus stop Limni-Λίμνη station. Also if you prefer you can swim in the sea next to the lake which is very nice. In the next bus stop is A' Limanakia with a lovely cove and crystal
waters!
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Vouliagmenis Lake
Λίμνη ΒουλιαγμένηςVouliagmeni Lake is truly a miracle of nature and one of the most beautiful places that you will discover in Athens.Swimming in the lake in this extraordinary scenery is something you will not forget! The lake is
excellent for swimming for pleasure or for therapy as it has a mineral spa with many healing properties. There is an entrance fee €16 during the weekdays and €19 during the weekend. You can find a cafe-restaurant if you like some refreshments. One hour away from the flat by public transport. You take the metro until Elliniko station (red line).Outside of this station you wait to the
bus stop for 122,direction to Saronida. Bus stop Limni-Λίμνη station. Also if you prefer you can swim in the sea next to the lake which is very nice. In the next bus stop is A' Limanakia with a lovely cove and crystal
waters!