Plaka is a hotspot for shopping and people watching at night in Athens. Vendors set up blankets in the middle of the avenue and lay out their offerings of fake designer purses, belts, wallets, watches... more
My favourite shop to buy dry fruit and nuts is the one in the corner of the central Public Market .
I can always find fresh products, and I buy walnuts and raisins, danes, and all sorts of different... more
I use to walk Ermou when I want to go to Monastiraki from Sytntagma square.
It is the basic commercial street of Athens for expensive clothes/shoes but also some low cost brands like Zara, Sprinter,... more
Wana find something "hi class" to bye? This is your option! For all label lovers, Kolonaki area is the ultimate shopping heaven.
Kolonaki is a wealthy, chic and upmarket district, and a fashionable... more
You cannot miss this tiny little corner 3X3 shop!
It is in Athinas street and you can buy Greek herbs like origan, basil, cinamon, paprika,
lavender, and Greek herb tea.
I always buy things from... more
All over Greece, I saw lots of stores that sold nothing but Olympic souvenirs (and this was during the Olympic year, so although they were cute they were not cheap.)
I did manage to find a few that... more
Travelbookstore as its name suggests is a bookshop specialised in travel guides and maps. it's situated in the center of Athens near the youthful Exarchia and sassy Kolonaki , in the place where stood... more
Hondos centers are all around Athens. They are sort of like pharmacies/clothing/luggage/cosmetic stores. They have almost everything. They are cheap too, so if you are looking for something that falls... more
The store is stylish and elegant.You can find the trendiest things ever but they are expensive even during the Sales season.What you can find here :... more
Try "Koulouri" when in Athens. It is very popular!It costs between 50 to 60 cents a piece and it is of good quality and nutrient.Ask for soft or hard koulouri... more
This is a very big wine, spirits sweets and candies shop. It is on Apollonos street so I used to pass in front of it on my way back to hotel and every day... more
I was passing the other day heading towards Monastiraki.I came across this beautiful shop that sells all kind of products coming from the beautiful island of... more
The shop at the National Archaeological Museum has a lovely range of reproductions of ancient artifacts. And not all are expensive.
This little "psi" figurine,... more
Located above the metro station of Agios Dimitrios the mall has cafes, cinemas, restaurants, lounge bars, banks, clothing stores, supermarket Fun Park for kids... more
At the end of Elefterios Venizelos road(Achillios tram station) between the areas of New Smyrni and Palio Faliro there is a variety of clothes and shoes shops... more
What an eye-catching shop this is! Established since 1928, and judging from the outside, one can see they retain an edge, and are going strong!First of all, the... more
I love this small place in the center of Athens! While you walk around the touristic Plaka district you have the opportunity to buy and taste some of the best... more
I still like to buy (and listen) vinyl records. I almost hate the small covers of cds and I think they wont exist the next years. Record Companies tried to cut... more
At Themistokleus Str(between Panepistimiou and Akadimias Avenues, 1’ from Omonoia Square) you will find many shoe stores with a big collection of shoes,... more
Athens International Airport has a range of duty free shops (international flights only) located in the boarding area. The boarding area is split up between the... more
Everywhere in Athens, if you are hungry or thirsty you can find a street seller that will help you feel better. They are usually old people trying to find a way... more
This was the oldest ldistillery in Athens, lately the owner changed but the athmosphere here is still great. They have all the different traditional Greek... more
I read about this old sandal's shop in my Athens' guide book, I searched a lot for it but the book had the old address on it so I can't find it while in Athens.... more
I was searching for the Mellissinos shop that was supposed to be at Pandrossou srt 89 but I find out after my coming home it moved a couple of years ago.... more
I found this little tiny shop strolling in Plaka neighboorhod. What first attracted me was the huge old camera they have on show! it is really antique and very... more
Athens... What to write about this monument of history, a modern city which makes its inhabitants usually to complain, but to love it deeply at the same time (even if sometimes they don't feel it so...
Hm, the truth is that I didnt know where to begin with. We had snow on winter 2008 so it was an opportunity to stay inside and get out only for playing with snow. We are not used of it in Athens.......
Athens is the capital of Greece the founding city of the Olympic Games and a city of culture, science and commerce.
Greece is a dream holiday destination — the beautiful islands, the history, the...
The history of Athens is
one of the longest
of any city in the world.
Athens name is related with the goddess
of wisdom Athena.
It is also known
as the birthplace of democracy
The Acropolis(and...
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