Location: Plaka
Top Things to do in Plaka
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Once known for smog, traffic and tacky architecture, Athens is a city reformed thanks to fortunes brought by the 2004 Summer Olympics. Spotless parks and streets, an ultra-modern subway, new freeways, an accessible airport and all signs in perfect English make the city easily negotiable. Meriting more than a stopover en route to the islands, sophisticated Athens sites include many pillars of Western history, from the Acropolis to the Temple of Olympian Zeus, as well as treasures in the National Archaeological Museum.
Restaurants in Athens
1. Ioannidou Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 35 reviews
2. Pandora Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 90 reviews
Pandora Art Gallery operates since 1975, in the old town of Plaka under the shadow of the Athens Acropolis, serving International clients who travel to Greece for tourism or business from across the globe. All Art items as Paintings, sculptures and ceramics are well crated in wooden boxes, certified by the National Gallery of Greece, insured and delivered door to door via UPS.
Reviewed By 213kashifh
Absolutely loved the place. As soon as walked in overwhelmed by the paintings on display. Unfortunately, one cannot take photographs in the gallery. Great art work by artists. I could have sat there all day spellbound by some of the artwork. A must see when visiting the area even if one can only dream of buying as prices are quite high!
3. Sofokli Art Gallery
4. Koilon Theatre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Watch a unique, funny and touching play, right beneath the Acropolis. Do not leave Greece without joining that thrilling experience, a theater performance given by actors talking in English and learn about some of the most interesting myths related to ancient Greece. The story goes like this: “During his visit to the Acropolis, a present-day tourist slips and gets knocked out. When he awakens, he finds himself transported to the 5th century B.C, Athens. There, he will have an intense talk with Medea, watch the daughters of Oedipus grieve, chase the god of Wealth himself around the Parthenon and find out how Odysseus solved a Cyclopean problem.”
Reviewed By Bolerochilote - Paris, France
You'll have an exquisite experience of diving into ancient Greece in the shadow of the Acropolis with this witty and clever play. Visuals and performances are riveting, and the writing is delicious! This very creative piece with a twist of modernity quickly becomes the highlight of your stay in Athens! Bravo!!
5. Orlik Gallery
6. Theatro Technis Karolos Koun - Frinichou
7. Museum of Greek Folk Musical Instruments
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By permia
Housed in an elegant mansion from the 1840s the fabulous varieties of making music reflect the enduring love of Greek music. Its foundation was a 1978 donation of over 1000 folk instruments by musicologist Fivos Anoyanakis to the State, with the museum opening about 13 years later. We enjoyed strolling around the exhibits comprising wind, string plus so many more and listening to excerpts.
8. The Jewish Museum of Greece
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 176 reviews
Reviewed By ogenias
Not big in size, but very important and well arranged. Beautiful costumes, small synagogue and more. Definitely worth a visit.
9. Plaka
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4.5 based on 16,134 reviews
Historic neighborhood located at the base of the hill topped by the Acropolis.
Reviewed By megan-woodruff - Kyiv (Kiev), Ukraine
This area of town came highly recommended from friends that have visited Athens multiple times. It is full of delicious restaurants, great shopping (touristy stuff and clothes/shoes), and has a very young and hipster-ish vibe. There is plenty to do and see, but it gets pretty crowded and busy, so steer clear if that isn't your scene.
10. Anafiotika
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4.5 based on 1,233 reviews
Reviewed By MargieD300 - York, United States
I had read about this group of island-like houses and it was a highlight for me to not only find it but explore this small area of only about 45 homes. Part of the Plaka neighborhood set at the "back" side of the Acropolis, it is picturesque! Built in the 18th century by workers from the island of Anafi, there are small, narrow walkways, steep steps, and worth the climb to the top for a beautiful view of Lycabettus Hill, one of the highest points in Athens!
