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SHOPPING STREETS
Once again, it could be argued that almost any street in the center of Athens and its surrounding area could be considered "Shopping Streets".
Here, the focus is on where a visitor will find the greatest number of stores located on major avenues. The ease of finding their location is another pre-requisite, as is accessibility.
So, from Ermou to Metaxa, here is the best overview of what streets to shop on in Athens.
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Adrianou Street starts in Agora Square, in the heart of Plaka, and forms the ideal... more
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Like a more narrow extension of Patision Street toward the Acropolis, Aeolou starts from Panepistimiou... more
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This street leads from Omonia Square to Monastiraki. It is difficult to find another place... more
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Most well known for what is considered a flea market down the pedestrian street of... more
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Not far from the Holy Metropolis of Athens and the church of Panagia Gorgoepikoos, visitors... more
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Although one will find mostly historical buildings and banks on this, the busiest street of... more
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This huge and incredibly long street is bounding with clothes, shoes and accessories shops. Household... more
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THE BEST LOCATIONS IN ATHENS
Gastronomy
KAFENEIO KAPETAN MICHALISSmall hangout for snacks in the heart of the business district of Athens and an ideal place for quick breaks... more
TO KAFENEDAKI TOU KIPOU
For those who are looking for a natural green shelter in the heart of the city! A quiet café on... more
BOOZE COOPERATIVA
A neoclassical building that functions as events multi-space. Café, bar, club, exhibitions, live music, theater and seminars... more
Stage Performances
ODEON OF HERODES ATTICUSUnderneath Acropolis, widely known as “Herodeion”, constitutes the permanent home of the Festival of Athens, with capacity of 5000 persons.... more
DORA STRATOU THEATER
From the end of May through to the end of September, visitors can enjoy the dance troop of Dora Stratou... more
LYCABETTUS AMPHITHEATER
On the top of the hill, a modern open theater hosts domestic and international names from the music and entertainment... more
Nightlife
SIX D.O.G.SCosy multiplace with live and DJ shows as well a gallery exhibitions and festivals.... more
CIRCUS
This funky hangout is located on the borders of upper-class, Kolonaki, and the rocker area of Exarchia. The name, Circus,... more
LE GRAND BALCON & LA SUITE LOUNGE
With an unforgettable view of the Acropolis as well as the AthensĒ skyline, the restaurant lounge is located on the... more
Entertainment
DEXAMENIThis classic, beautiful outdoor cinema has a bar with tables for its customerĒs pleasure and regularly screens international films. Summer... more
ODEON OPERA
Hosts two cinema halls that include digital sound and air conditioning. They offer more economic tickets for club members and... more
EMBASSY NOVA ODEON
The Embassy is a classic cinema hall that often screens movies from all over the world for real film connoisseurs.... more
Shopping
ANAVASIMaps and Navigation Systems in a nice travel bookstore in the Arsakios arcade with a wide variety of foreign-titled books.... more
PETAEI - PETAEI
A small jewelry store with unusual choices and good taste.... more
GLOU
A great selection of well made clothes by this Greek company that is continuously expanding to the international stage.... more