Sightseeing
This is one of the major squares of Athens in inhabited areas and a socio-political meeting place for some.
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Exarchion Square
5 StournariThis is one of the major squares of Athens in inhabited areas and a socio-political meeting place for some.
Arts & Culture
The National Theatre hosts interesting plays and performances. It is dfinitely worth a visit, even for seeing the building. It is a pefect neo-classical example of the early 19th century.
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Itheater yaseNtshonalanga yeGreece
22 Agiou KonstantinouThe National Theatre hosts interesting plays and performances. It is dfinitely worth a visit, even for seeing the building. It is a pefect neo-classical example of the early 19th century.
The Breeder is one of the most interesting galleries in Greece, showcasing contemporary art of renowned local and international artists.
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45 IasonosThe Breeder is one of the most interesting galleries in Greece, showcasing contemporary art of renowned local and international artists.
The Municipal Gallery of Athens hosts periodical exhibitions and permanent collections of private collectors and the permanent collection of the Municipality of Athens itself.
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30 MillerouThe Municipal Gallery of Athens hosts periodical exhibitions and permanent collections of private collectors and the permanent collection of the Municipality of Athens itself.
Bernier Eliades is one of the most interesting galleries in Greece, showcasing contemporary art of renowned local and international artists.
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11 ΕπταχάλκουBernier Eliades is one of the most interesting galleries in Greece, showcasing contemporary art of renowned local and international artists.
Essentials
The Varvakios market hosts 3 separate, large markets, for: vegetables & fruits, fish and meat.
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Isitolo saseCentral Municipal Athens
AthinasThe Varvakios market hosts 3 separate, large markets, for: vegetables & fruits, fish and meat.
AB Vasilopoulos is one of the best super market chains in Greece. There is one just a few blocks away.
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24 MarniAB Vasilopoulos is one of the best super market chains in Greece. There is one just a few blocks away.
A mini market with all the basic stuff, like soft drinks, beer, detergents, toilet & kitchen paper is just around the corner.
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50 MarniA mini market with all the basic stuff, like soft drinks, beer, detergents, toilet & kitchen paper is just around the corner.
Shopping
Viktoros Ougko 18-20
18-20 Viktoros OugkoJust 1 minute away, offers washing and drying (6kg) for just 6 euros
Less than a minute away, offers a wide range of pharmaceutical essentials and antibiotics.
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3 Viktoros OugkoLess than a minute away, offers a wide range of pharmaceutical essentials and antibiotics.
Food Scene
A true Syrian take away store. One of those cheap places you think twice before trying. It is safe and tasty though!
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5 LiosionA true Syrian take away store. One of those cheap places you think twice before trying. It is safe and tasty though!
Microu-Lee is a tiny Chinese place, run by 4 or 5 young Greeks. It is tasty, safe and cheap! Mind the queue though, it should be 5 to 15 mins.
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Microu-Lee is a tiny Chinese place, run by 4 or 5 young Greeks. It is tasty, safe and cheap! Mind the queue though, it should be 5 to 15 mins.
Us Greeks are having a dofficult time finding a truly good, or even descent souvlaki. Skip all the touristy places in Monastiraki and do try this. You can eat in or take away.
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16 DrakouUs Greeks are having a dofficult time finding a truly good, or even descent souvlaki. Skip all the touristy places in Monastiraki and do try this. You can eat in or take away.
Tamarind is one of the best Thai restaurants in Athens. It is located on Avdi square, next to the Municipal Gallery of Athens and even closer to the Blue Parrot.
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51 KeramikouTamarind is one of the best Thai restaurants in Athens. It is located on Avdi square, next to the Municipal Gallery of Athens and even closer to the Blue Parrot.
San Francisco is a new arrival, following the footprints of Guarantee (best sandwich in Athens). Many excellent ingredients & some interesting menu options. If you don't mind hipsters, go for it!
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99 KeramikouSan Francisco is a new arrival, following the footprints of Guarantee (best sandwich in Athens). Many excellent ingredients & some interesting menu options. If you don't mind hipsters, go for it!
Guarantee is an oldschook, family-run sandwich place that's been there since the early 90's. It's definitely worth a visit, especially if you're a streetfood aficionado. Interesting smoothies too!
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41 VeikouGuarantee is an oldschook, family-run sandwich place that's been there since the early 90's. It's definitely worth a visit, especially if you're a streetfood aficionado. Interesting smoothies too!
Drinks & Nightlife
The Blue Parrot on Avdi square is definitely worth a visit & could become your daily place for an early coffee or a few drinks. The vintage furniture & the tale of a bird collector make it what it is!
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31 LeonidouThe Blue Parrot on Avdi square is definitely worth a visit & could become your daily place for an early coffee or a few drinks. The vintage furniture & the tale of a bird collector make it what it is!
Everything Else
These guys will try to help you, whether you lost your passport or just want to report something.
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24 VeranzerouThese guys will try to help you, whether you lost your passport or just want to report something.
Athens Lotus is a 4 star boutique hotel, situated in a neo-classical building and is within a 500 metre distance, so it should be handy if you are staying long term and have more than one visitors.
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9 ChiouAthens Lotus is a 4 star boutique hotel, situated in a neo-classical building and is within a 500 metre distance, so it should be handy if you are staying long term and have more than one visitors.
Athens International is one of the cheapest hostels in Athens and is just 1 minute away. It should be handy if you are staying long term and have more than one visitors travelling on a strict budget.
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16 Viktoros OugkoAthens International is one of the cheapest hostels in Athens and is just 1 minute away. It should be handy if you are staying long term and have more than one visitors travelling on a strict budget.
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2 ChiouUse the "Diligianni" entrance / exit and you're just 4 minutes away from "home"!