Monastiraki Square consists of crossroads with many visitors since it is here that the pedestrian ways of Ifaistou and Pandrossou Streets begin. The small square is at the junction of Athinas Street and Ermou Street, under which the Monastiraki Metro Station is found.
Pantanassa Church (or Koimiseos tis Theotokou - The Assumption of the Virgin) is located directly on Monastiraki Square. The basilica that belongs to the monastery, whose name it carries. more
There are two entrances to Monastiraki Metro Station. One is directly on Monastiraki Square and the second at the beginning of Athinas Street. The station was inaugurated on May 17th, 1895. more
From Monastiraki Square, one of the most popular places in Athens' Old Town, several streets lead off and offer a rich shopping experience. The first to mention is Ermou Street, which is considered the most important sh... more
The Tzistarakis Mosque (1759), located on the Monastiraki Square, takes its name from the Ottoman ruler Mustafa Tzistarakis. It was known as the Mosque of the Lower Fountain, a well that was nearby, which provided water... more
Going down Ermou Street we meet Kapnikareas Square with its same-named church, which causes a halt in the pedestrian road. It hosts one of the oldest churches in Athens, circa 105... more
Alexandras Square has some lovely, rustic fish taverns with canopied tables directly overlooking the water. Upon taking a slanted right turn to the beautiful Square with a view of... more
Agora Square is located between Monastiraki and Plaka. It's a small square but miraculous. One can take a rest under the trees with a beverage at of the many cafeterias or have a ... more
Kanari Square in Piraeus is littered with cafes that mainly cater to the youth of the area. These venues offer affordable beverages and the opportunity to enjoy the favored Greek ... more
Syntagma Square is located in central Athens, Greece. The Square is named after the Constitution King Otto was forced to grant the people after a popular and military uprising, on... more
Lysicratous Square is one of the oldest squares in Athens. Named after a much-admired sponsor of the arts in Ancient times, it is most well known as being the land upon which the ... more
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Choose your packageMinoan Lines was founded in 1972 and was the first to offer a ferry service between Piraeus and Heraklion, Crete. In the following decades, the fleet was gradually expanded and more routes were offered. Since 1990, daily connections are available between Patras and Igoumenitsa and Ancona, Italy. more
Based near Pireos Street, GR Cycling is a professionally managed company that offers rentals for road cycling and mountain biking. All of their products are made out of premium materials, top quality frames and technologically advanced components more
At the top of Lycabettus Hill is the Church of Agios Georgios (Saint George). It is a remarkable whitewashed chapel that dates back to around the 1800s. It is built on the same spot that the Temple of Zeus was in ancient times. more
The Ministry was founded by the government of Kostas Karamanli and replaced the Ministry of Landscape. The Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food supervises all agricultural processes and innovations in Greece. more
A historic 4-star hotel in central Athens under the imposing shadow of Lycabettus Hill. Titania Hotel offers 385 beautifully and elegantly designed rooms, perfect for private and business travellers. Two restaurants and a fully equipped conference more
Alexandras Square has some lovely, rustic fish taverns with canopied tables directly overlooking the water. Upon taking a slanted right turn to the beautiful Square with a view of the Saronic high above the beach, one will be confronted with a more
