{"id":11704,"date":"2023-06-21T12:22:20","date_gmt":"2023-06-21T16:22:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cf-staging.takewalks.com\/blog2\/?p=11704"},"modified":"2025-10-16T12:54:15","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T10:54:15","slug":"athens-walking-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/athens-walking-tour","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Self-Guided Athens Walking Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Athens is a bustling metropolis \u2013 about half of Greece lives in the city. This means that there is always something to see and new parts of the city to discover. Of course, it also means there are countless places to eat and drink. Come along with us on this <strong>self-guided Athens walking tour, which includes some of our favorite traditional and contemporary Greek snacks, as well as panoramic views of this sprawling city.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-a83a8592\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-a83a8592\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/walks_athens_day_07.jpg\" alt=\"Tour guide in Athens, Greece, points out local landmarks from the top of a hill\" title=\"walks_athens_day_07\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/walks_athens_day_07.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/walks_athens_day_07-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/walks_athens_day_07-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/walks_athens_day_07-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/walks_athens_day_07-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-41792ec9 gb-headline-text\">No matter when you visit, there&#8217;s plenty to discover in Athens!<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/athens-walking-tour\/#Monastiraki_Square\" title=\"Monastiraki Square\">Monastiraki Square<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/athens-walking-tour\/#Krinos_Traditional_Greek_donuts\" title=\"Krinos: Traditional Greek donuts\">Krinos: Traditional Greek donuts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/athens-walking-tour\/#Varvakios_The_market_with_a_little_bit_of_everything\" title=\"Varvakios: The market with a little bit of everything\">Varvakios: The market with a little bit of everything<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/athens-walking-tour\/#Rex_Theater_and_the_Academy_of_Athens\" title=\"Rex Theater and the Academy of Athens\">Rex Theater and the Academy of Athens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/athens-walking-tour\/#Kora_Bakery_Innovative_and_classic_sandwiches\" title=\"Kora Bakery: Innovative and classic sandwiches\">Kora Bakery: Innovative and classic sandwiches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/athens-walking-tour\/#National_Gardens_and_Zappeion_Hall\" title=\"National Gardens and Zappeion Hall\">National Gardens and Zappeion Hall<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/athens-walking-tour\/#Syntagma_Square_of_the_Constitution\" title=\"Syntagma: Square of the Constitution\">Syntagma: Square of the Constitution<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/athens-walking-tour\/#Meze_break_small-plate_snacks\" title=\"Meze break: small-plate snacks\">Meze break: small-plate snacks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/athens-walking-tour\/#Roman_Agora_and_Hadrians_Library\" title=\"Roman Agora and Hadrian&#8217;s Library\">Roman Agora and Hadrian&#8217;s Library<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/athens-walking-tour\/#Cocktails_and_a_panoramic_view\" title=\"Cocktails and a panoramic view\">Cocktails and a panoramic view<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Monastiraki_Square\"><\/span><strong>Monastiraki<\/strong> Square<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Start your day in Monastiraki Square, the very center of Athens<\/strong>. The metro station has stops on both the Green and Blue lines making it easy to get to. Standing in the middle of Monastiraki you have a view that stretches over a Greek church, an old Mosque, an ancient Roman library, and up to the ancient Greek Parthenon\u2013 so many layers of Athenian history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you walk down Aiolou Street with the Acropolis behind you, you will find, Krinos,&nbsp; one of our favorite donut shops<\/strong>. Going strong for 100 years, this sweet shop has been running since 1923. They are famous for their <em>loukoumades<\/em> &#8211; Mediterranean fried pastries similar to donuts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-c880657f\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-c880657f\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-7-athens-market-web-size-1200px.jpg\" alt=\"Monastiraki Square in Athens, Greece with the Monastiraki Flea Market in foreground.\" title=\"Athens,athens\/greece-03\/19\/2019,View,From,The,Monastiraki,Square,In,Athens,greece.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-7-athens-market-web-size-1200px.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-7-athens-market-web-size-1200px-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-7-athens-market-web-size-1200px-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-7-athens-market-web-size-1200px-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-422e489c gb-headline-text\">Bustling with life, Monastiraki Square is a great place to start your self-guided walking tour of Athens.<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Insider\u2019s tip<\/strong>: Of course, seeing all of the amazing Acropolis means planning it right. If you\u2019re planning to visit, make sure to read our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/visiting-the-acropolis-tips\">Tips for Visiting the Acropolis<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Krinos_Traditional_Greek_donuts\"><\/span>Krinos: <strong>Traditional Greek donuts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s nothing like a bit of sugar to kick-start your day, and there\u2019re no better sweets than <strong><em>loukoumades<\/em>, traditional Greek donuts<\/strong>. Krinos makes some of the best <em>loukoumades<\/em> in Athens, served slathered with honey or chocolate. Entering Krinos is a bit like stepping back in time \u2013 all of the decor looks untouched for decades, and the sweets are still served on little metal cafeteria trays. We recommend a stiff Greek coffee to go along with the sugary bites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Varvakios_The_market_with_a_little_bit_of_everything\"><\/span>Varvakios: <strong>The market with a little bit of everything<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No Athens walking tour would be complete without a visit to a market. Leaving Krinos, head west towards Athinas street and you will find yourself in the middle of the Central Athens Varvakios Market. <strong>This open-air market sells spices, cheeses, olives, meat, fish, flowers, glassware, carpets, and more.<\/strong> Meander through the stalls see the different wares but make sure you get some Greek oregano and olives as a souvenir. The olive sellers usually have a little machine that can even vacuum seal the olive bag, making it perfectly travel-ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-69e4896e\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"753\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-69e4896e\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-6-olives-web-size-1200px.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor market in Athens, Greece with tubs of black and green olives\" title=\"Mixed,And,A,Lot,Of,Pitted,Olives,In,The,Central\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-6-olives-web-size-1200px.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-6-olives-web-size-1200px-600x377.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-6-olives-web-size-1200px-1024x643.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-6-olives-web-size-1200px-768x482.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f706ca9c gb-headline-text\">Varvakios, or Athens Central Market , is one of the biggest closed markets in Greece.<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rex_Theater_and_the_Academy_of_Athens\"><\/span>Rex Theater and the <strong>Academy of Athens<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you weave your way outside of the market, keep going down Athinas street, and you will soon arrive in the Omonia neighborhood. Stroll around the massive fountain, take a selfie if you\u2019re feeling inspired, and head to your right down Panepistimiou street. I<strong>f you keep walking you will pass the historical <a href=\"https:\/\/www.n-t.gr\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rex Theater<\/a>, considered Athen&#8217;s first skyscraper.<\/strong> Soon after, you&#8217;ll reach the Academy of Athens\u2013 the national university building where students study history, law, and literature in a neoclassical building erected in the 1800s.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"343\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Academy_of_Athens_facade_by_ArmAg_1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Academy_of_Athens_facade_by_ArmAg_1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Academy_of_Athens_facade_by_ArmAg_1-600x322.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Established in 1926, the Academy of Athens hearkens back to Plato&#8217;s Academy. Photo Credit: Armine Aghayan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kora_Bakery_Innovative_and_classic_sandwiches\"><\/span>Kora Bakery: <strong>Innovative and classic sandwiches<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After you pass the Academy, head to your left uphill until you reach Kora bakery. This new venture was opened by two bakers who wanted to make simple, quality bread while also focusing on supporting charities and minimizing their carbon footprint. <strong>Known for their hand-crafted sourdough, Kora also has delectable croissants made with French butter, and savory sandwiches stuffed with local vegetables.<\/strong> Our favorite is the mortadella sandwich, served on thick hand-made focaccia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-a3b03f72\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-a3b03f72\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Devour_Paris_ParisPastry_WEB_0004.jpg\" alt=\"Croissants on a plate\" title=\"Devour_Paris_ParisPastry_WEB_0004\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Devour_Paris_ParisPastry_WEB_0004.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Devour_Paris_ParisPastry_WEB_0004-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Devour_Paris_ParisPastry_WEB_0004-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Devour_Paris_ParisPastry_WEB_0004-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Devour_Paris_ParisPastry_WEB_0004-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-d1e281db gb-headline-text\">Kora specializes in sourdough and viennoiserie. <\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Insider&#8217;s tip: <\/strong>Have limited time? Discover our top picks for what to do during <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/2-days-in-athens\">two days in Athens<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Gardens_and_Zappeion_Hall\"><\/span><strong>National Gardens<\/strong> and Zappeion Hall<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Continue strolling down Solonos street and you will reach the National Gardens. The paths in this park loop and wind into each other and if you let your feet lead you, <strong>you will happen upon botanical gardens, a mini zoo, the colonnaded Zappeion Hall, an outdoor theater, playgrounds and various cafes\u2013perfect for an afternoon coffee if you\u2019re so inclined.<\/strong> Athenians gather in the gardens for fresh air, especially on sunny days, and there\u2019s a good chance you\u2019ll stumble on a band playing live music amongst the trees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Zappeion_Hall_on_February_3_2021.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11746\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Zappeion_Hall_on_February_3_2021.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Zappeion_Hall_on_February_3_2021-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Zappeion is one of Athens&#8217; most renowned modern landmarks. Photo Credit: George E. Koronaios<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Syntagma_Square_of_the_Constitution\"><\/span><strong>Syntagma: Square of the Constitution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Exit the gardens through the main gateway and you will arrive right on central Syntagma square. <strong><em>Syntagma <\/em>means constitution in Greek, and is home to the parliament and much of the political life of the city. <\/strong>Take a stop in the middle of the square for some of the best people-watching in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From Syntagma, walk down Ermou street, the shopping center of Athens. If you are in need of high-quality shoes or all-natural Greek beauty products, look no further.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"430\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/640px-Attica_06-13_Athens_04_Syntagma.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/640px-Attica_06-13_Athens_04_Syntagma.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/640px-Attica_06-13_Athens_04_Syntagma-600x403.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Syntagma Square is one of Athens&#8217; busiest transport hubs and a mandatory stop on any Athens walking tour. Photo Credit: Alexander Savin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meze_break_small-plate_snacks\"><\/span>Meze break: <strong>small-plate snacks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you hit Fokionos street, hang a left. You will have to wind your way down some tiny streets, bustling with people and motorbikes until you reach <strong>To Kafenio, a traditional Greek <em>meze <\/em>restaurant, which serves small plates of all sorts of Greek classics like rice-stuffed <em>dolmades<\/em>, the fried cheese <em>saganaki<\/em>, and flame-roasted aubergine salad<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the owners,&nbsp; the building of To Kafenio is at least 400 years old and the restaurant is decorated like a village taverna, made to make you feel right at home. Make sure you take your time with your afternoon <em>meze<\/em>, and if you want the full experience order a small bottle of Greek<em> ouzo<\/em> to help your digestion before you begin your walk again!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Traveler\u2019s tip<\/strong>: If you are looking for a restaurant that has a wide variety of lunch and dinner options, check out our list of the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-restaurants-in-athens\">Best Restaurants in Athens<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Roman_Agora_and_Hadrians_Library\"><\/span>Roman Agora and Hadrian&#8217;s Library<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you do get moving, keep the Acropolis on your left and walk until you reach the ancient Roman Agora and the remains of Adrian&#8217;s Aqueduct. Turn so the Acropolis is behind you, and curl your head downwards until you see <strong>Hadrian\u2019s Library\u2013 once the largest research institution in ancient Greece<\/strong>. This is one of Athens\u2019 most impressive Roman ruins. Keep walking and you will find yourself again in central Monastiraki Square.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-e459699b\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1289\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-e459699b\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Athens_Day_08.jpg\" alt=\"Columns of Hadrian's Library in Athens, Greece\" title=\"Hadrian's Library\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Athens_Day_08.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Athens_Day_08-600x403.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Athens_Day_08-1024x687.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Athens_Day_08-768x516.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Athens_Day_08-1536x1031.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-603c35eb gb-headline-text\">Squint slightly at Hadrian&#8217;s Library as you imagine ancient library-goers poring over their scrolls. <\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cocktails_and_a_panoramic_view\"><\/span><strong>Cocktails and a panoramic view<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you finish your day in Monastiraki there\u2019s no better way to cap off all the adventure than with a flavorful cocktail. <strong>360 Cocktail Bar has a verdant rooftop that makes you feel like you could reach out and touch the Acropolis<\/strong>, and it gives you a bird-eye view of the whole tour you just made. Not to mention the bar has a host of specialty cocktails named after the different Greek islands, made with ingredients local to each one.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/360-1-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/360-1-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/360-1-600x375.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/360-1-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/360-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">360 Cocktail Bar has one of the best views of the Acropolis in the city. Photo Credit: 360 Cocktail Bar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re feeling energized, Monastiraki has many more bars to offer whatever piques your fancy \u2013live music, avant-garde art vibes, or local beers. Or you can call it a day and rest up for another Athens walking tour in a different part of the city.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Athens is one of the best cities for a stroll! 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