Where can I walk around in Plaka?


Where can I walk around in Plaka?

  • 1) Syntagma Square. ...
  • 2) Church of Panaghia Kapnikarea. ...
  • 3) Metropolitan Cathedral. ...
  • 4) Benizelos Mansion. ...
  • 5) Pandrossou Street Market. ...
  • 6) Tzistarakis Mosque. ...
  • 7) Hadrian's Library. ...
  • 8) Fethiye Mosque.


What is the famous walking street in Athens?

Ermou Street is a thriving pedestrian destination with a great history.


Can you walk around the Acropolis without a ticket?

To visit the Acropolis you will have to purchase a ticket. Choose between a combo ticket, skip-the-line entry, or a guided tour. While you can purchase your tickets on-site, if you don't wish to waste your time standing in long queues, it is best to purchase your tickets online.


What does Plaka mean in Greek?

In general a settlement can be called Plaka in many cases. Examples: - if a monumental tablet exists in the area ( a monument or a sign ) - if an administration activity used to be located there ( for example a local Birth record office ). In this case Plaka is referring to a writing stone.


What is the most beautiful street in Athens?

Adrianou street is the most touristic street of Athens.


Why is Plaka famous?

Due to the numerous ancient Greek monuments that are scattered all around the area, Plaka is also known as the neighborhood of the gods. Plaka is one of the oldest neighborhoods of Athens, located right below the Acropolis Hill.


What is the number one thing to do in Athens?

That said, the Acropolis tops most lists of things to do in Athens for good reason. It's not just a world-renowned monument and eternal symbol of the city, but its most recognisable feature, the Parthenon (dedicated to the goddess Athena), gave the city its name.