What is Plaka known for?

What is Plaka known for? Pláka (Greek: ????a) is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, clustered around the northern and eastern slopes of the Acropolis, and incorporating labyrinthine streets and neoclassical architecture. Plaka is built on top of the residential areas of the ancient town of Athens.

How hard is it to walk up to the Acropolis?

The problem with the Acropolis is that it is a relatively long hike (mostly uphill) from the entrance to get to the top. There are plenty of benches along the way where one can rest, but it would still be difficult for somebody who has walking limitations.

Where can I walk around in Plaka?

Can you wear jeans in Greece?

Greeks wear jeans just as much as anywhere else. Normal rules apply - dress up for smart restaurants & churches etc, I'd say. Also, it gets awfully hot to wear jeans in Greece!

Is Zeus at the Acropolis?

The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens, Greece, and contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historical significance, the most famous being the Parthenon. The word Acropolis is from the Greek words ????? and p????.

What to avoid in Athens?

Do you tip in Greece restaurants?

Restaurant workers in Greece don't expect you to tip, though the restaurant may sometimes charge a service fee. That fee can function as a tip instead, though it may go to the restaurant instead of the server. If you want to see your waiter receive the tip, you're better off leaving coins with the bill.

Where do celebrities hang out in Athens?

Which entrance is better for Acropolis?

A. If you're visiting Athens Acropolis during peak hours, you should choose the side entrance located on the southern side of the hill.

Is Acropolis and Parthenon the same thing?

Acropolis is the area the Parthenon sits on. The Acropolis is the high hill in Athens that the Parthenon, an old temple, sits on. I originally thought they were different ancient structures, but I was incorrect. Acropolis is the hill and the Parthenon is the ancient structure.

Where do rich people hang out in Athens?

Kolonaki is a very well known area only 5 to 10 minutes away from the center of Athens. From the beginning of the previous century it was supposed to be the area that rich and famous people of Athens were leaving in traditional blocks. Now is an area which is connected by two big roads of Athens, Akadimias Str.