{"id":14298,"date":"2023-12-04T01:32:30","date_gmt":"2023-12-04T06:32:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/?p=14298"},"modified":"2025-10-16T12:52:55","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T10:52:55","slug":"plaka-athens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens","title":{"rendered":"Essential Plaka: Athens&#8217; Charming Neighborhood Uncovered"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Plaka is one of Athens\u2019 oldest and most central neighborhoods<\/strong>, one of the few that has been continuously inhabited since ancient times. Known for its hilly pedestrian streets, neoclassical buildings, and tiny shops, we\u2019ve compiled this local guide to get you off the beaten track, and make sure you get the most out of this idiosyncratic area.<\/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 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class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#The_Monument_of_Lysicrates_An_ancient_choral_prize\" title=\"The Monument of Lysicrates: An ancient choral prize\">The Monument of Lysicrates: An ancient choral prize<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#The_Fethiye_Mosque_Centuries_of_history\" title=\"The Fethiye Mosque : Centuries of history\">The Fethiye Mosque : Centuries of history<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#The_Benezilou_Mansion_A_look_at_Athens_historical_elite\" title=\"The Benezilou Mansion: A look at Athens\u2019 historical elite\">The Benezilou Mansion: A look at Athens\u2019 historical elite<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#The_Athens_Folk-Art_Museum_The_lives_of_everyday_Greeks\" title=\"The Athens Folk-Art Museum: The lives of everyday Greeks\">The Athens Folk-Art Museum: The lives of everyday Greeks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#The_Jewish_Museum_of_Athens_The_history_of_Greek_Jews\" title=\"The Jewish Museum of Athens: The history of Greek Jews\">The Jewish Museum of Athens: The history of Greek Jews<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#Anafiotika_A_village_on_top_of_Plaka\" title=\"Anafiotika: A village on top of Plaka\">Anafiotika: A village on top of Plaka<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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\/plaka-athens\/#The_best_shops_in_Plaka\" title=\"The best shops in Plaka\">The best shops in Plaka<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#The_Greek_Shop_Ouzo_of_any_kind\" title=\"The Greek Shop: Ouzo of any kind\">The Greek Shop: Ouzo of any kind<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#Byzantino_Jewelry_Store_Jewelry_with_an_eye_on_history\" title=\" Byzantino Jewelry Store: Jewelry with an eye on history\"> Byzantino Jewelry Store: Jewelry with an eye on history<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#Forget_Me_Not_Contemporary_Greek_designs\" title=\"Forget Me Not: Contemporary Greek designs\">Forget Me Not: Contemporary Greek designs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#Eat_like_a_local_in_Plaka_Local\" title=\"Eat like a local in Plaka Local\">Eat like a local in Plaka Local<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#Patisserie_Pantheon_Brunch_in_Athens\" title=\"Patisserie Pantheon: Brunch in Athens\">Patisserie Pantheon: Brunch in Athens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#Anefani_Small_plates_right_below_the_Acropolis\" title=\"Anefani: Small plates right below the Acropolis\">Anefani: Small plates right below the Acropolis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#Lyra_Farm-to-table_takes_on_Greek_classics\" title=\"Lyra: Farm-to-table takes on Greek classics\">Lyra: Farm-to-table takes on Greek classics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/plaka-athens\/#Unique_wines_from_every_corner_of_Greece\" title=\"Unique wines from every corner of Greece\">Unique wines from every corner of Greece<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interesting_historical_sights_and_museums_in_Plaka\"><\/span><strong>Interesting historical sights and museums in Plaka<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Monument_of_Lysicrates_An_ancient_choral_prize\"><\/span>The Monument of Lysicrates: An ancient choral prize<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Monument of Lysicrates stands by itself, an ancient wonder in the middle of Plaka\u2019s bustling center. This marble tower was built to commemorate Lysicrates, the winner of an ancient Greek choral prize in 334 BC. It&#8217;s the only monument of an ancient choral prize still standing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/lysicrates-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14299\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/lysicrates-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/lysicrates-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/lysicrates-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/lysicrates-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Lysicrates monument is the first known use of the Corinthian order on the exterior of a building. Photo credit: George E. Koronaios<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Fethiye_Mosque_Centuries_of_history\"><\/span>The Fethiye Mosque : Centuries of history<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Fethiye Mosque has had a series of lives and uses over the centuries. <strong>Originally an eighth-century Byzantine church, the building was turned into the Fethiye Mosque or the \u201cMosque of Conquest\u201d after the Ottoman conquest of Athens in the late 1450s<\/strong>. After the Venetian empire took over Athens in 1687, the building was turned into a Catholic church, and the characteristic minaret was removed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the Ottomans took back Athens the next year, they renovated the building and reopened it as a Mosque. When Athens was again under Greek control, the building was then turned into a school, and later a series of military-owned buildings including a bakery for the Greek army.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Traveler&#8217;s tip<\/strong>: Want to take a tour of Athens to see all of the city&#8217;s amazing history? Check out our guide on how to see the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/greek-ruins-in-athens\">best Greek ruins in Athens<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"701\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/40273645624_9961c6d68e_k-1024x701.jpg\" alt=\"a mosque\" class=\"wp-image-14497\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/40273645624_9961c6d68e_k-1024x701.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/40273645624_9961c6d68e_k-600x411.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/40273645624_9961c6d68e_k-768x526.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/40273645624_9961c6d68e_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">After renovations, the Fethiye Mosque has been opened to the public for cultural exhibitions. Photo credit: Ava Babili<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Benezilou_Mansion_A_look_at_Athens_historical_elite\"><\/span>The Benezilou Mansion: A look at Athens\u2019 historical elite<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Benezilou Mansion is a gorgeous 16th-century house and is the oldest standing place of residence in Athens.<\/strong> Now a museum, this house was home to the wealthy Benizelos family, and provides a peek into the life of the Athenian upper class in the 1800s under the Ottoman empire. We love the castle-like window structures, a style you won\u2019t find anywhere else in Athens!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/The_Benizelos_Mansion_first_floor_on_August_31_2020-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"museum\" class=\"wp-image-14502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/The_Benizelos_Mansion_first_floor_on_August_31_2020-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/The_Benizelos_Mansion_first_floor_on_August_31_2020-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/The_Benizelos_Mansion_first_floor_on_August_31_2020-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/The_Benizelos_Mansion_first_floor_on_August_31_2020.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Benezilou Mansion features unique Ottoman-era architectural styles in Athens. Photo credit: George E. Koronaios<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Athens_Folk-Art_Museum_The_lives_of_everyday_Greeks\"><\/span>The Athens Folk-Art Museum: The lives of everyday Greeks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Athens Folk-Art Museum is <strong>dedicated to showing the material objects that made up the lives of everyday people living in Greece from the 1650s until today.<\/strong> This hidden gem is the best spot to check out traditional Greek textiles and embroideries, a vast collection of cooking ware and pottery, and our favorite\u2013traditional Greek outfits for occasions ranging from the everyday to wedding finery! This museum is a great chance to look at the lesser-known, but equally fascinating stories of Greek history after antiquity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/31774870777_8d9e957321_k-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"textile with bird pattern\" class=\"wp-image-14505\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/31774870777_8d9e957321_k-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/31774870777_8d9e957321_k-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/31774870777_8d9e957321_k-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/31774870777_8d9e957321_k-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/31774870777_8d9e957321_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stunning traditional Greek textiles. Photo credit: John Winder<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Jewish_Museum_of_Athens_The_history_of_Greek_Jews\"><\/span>The Jewish Museum of Athens: The history of Greek Jews<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The small but fascinating Jewish Museum of Athens looks at the history, customs, life, and movements of different Jewish communities in Greece over the centuries. <strong>The museum is home to thousands of objects, photographs, documents and archives which showcase the daily and religious life of Greek Jews in ancient times, during the second World War, and after.<\/strong> The museum has done excellent work digitizing the information as well, and offers several educational online modules built from their collections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"521\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8605754967_194fa993eb_k-1024x521.jpg\" alt=\"Star of David in a museum\" class=\"wp-image-14508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8605754967_194fa993eb_k-1024x521.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8605754967_194fa993eb_k-600x305.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8605754967_194fa993eb_k-768x390.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8605754967_194fa993eb_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Jewish Museum of Athens was established in 1977. Photo credit: Tilemahos Efthimiadis<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Anafiotika_A_village_on_top_of_Plaka\"><\/span>Anafiotika: A village on top of Plaka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, make sure you get the chance to wander around the one-of-a-kind neighborhood of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/anafiotika\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anafiotika<\/a>, an area filled with white-washed houses and cobblestone streets that looks like it was sliced off an island and dropped in the center of Athens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8711625700_a286e57cd2_k-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"man looking over a wall on a street in Greece\" class=\"wp-image-14511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8711625700_a286e57cd2_k-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8711625700_a286e57cd2_k-600x480.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8711625700_a286e57cd2_k-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8711625700_a286e57cd2_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Anafiotika in Athens is popular for its charming Cycladic-inspired architecture, historical significance, and scenic views of the Acropolis. Photo credit: Randy Connolly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_best_shops_in_Plaka\"><\/span><strong>The best shops in Plaka<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Greek_Shop_Ouzo_of_any_kind\"><\/span>The Greek Shop: Ouzo of any kind<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The unassuming The Greek Shop (<em>Adrianoy 120<\/em>) sells olive oil, olive soap, dried figs, Greek oregano, and traditional sweets. But the real reason to visit is the impressive collection of <em>Ouzos<\/em> (traditional Greek anise-flavored liqueur) and <em>tsipouro<\/em> (a traditional Greek spirit that is often compared to the Italian grappa) from every corner of Greece. <strong>If you ask an employee, they can show you through their extensive stock and help you choose which bottle is most likely to suit your tastes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ouzo-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14303\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ouzo-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ouzo-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ouzo-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ouzo-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dry and with heavy notes of anise, Ouzo is one of Greece&#8217;s most imbibed spirits. Photo credit: Jdoukas21<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Byzantino_Jewelry_Store_Jewelry_with_an_eye_on_history\"><\/span> Byzantino Jewelry Store: Jewelry with an eye on history<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The <a href=\"https:\/\/byzantino.com\/en\/\">Byzantino Jewelry Store<\/a> is the best stop in Plaka for high-end, high-quality jewelry<\/strong>. The many rings, necklaces, earrings and bracelets are inspired by styles from all periods of Greek history\u2013be it bracelets ringed with ancient olympic olive leaves, or pendants with interlocking rings like those found in Byzantine architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/16237114850_b6e7f4a4b8_k-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"jewelry\" class=\"wp-image-14516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/16237114850_b6e7f4a4b8_k-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/16237114850_b6e7f4a4b8_k-600x429.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/16237114850_b6e7f4a4b8_k-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/16237114850_b6e7f4a4b8_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Byzantino Jewelry Store&#8217;s jewelry is inspired by the timeless designs of traditional Greek rings, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets throughout history. Photo credit: Dan Diffendale<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Forget_Me_Not_Contemporary_Greek_designs\"><\/span>Forget Me Not: Contemporary Greek designs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hosted in a historical Plaka house, <strong>Forget Me Not sells all kinds of trinkets, clothing, and products from modern Greek designers<\/strong>. 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Photo credit: Rawpixel Ltd<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_like_a_local_in_Plaka_Local\"><\/span><strong>Eat like a local in Plaka Local<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Patisserie_Pantheon_Brunch_in_Athens\"><\/span>Patisserie Pantheon: Brunch in Athens<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The pastry shop Patisserie Pantheon is known for sandwiches, sweets, and freshly-baked puff pastries, but we think this <strong>bakery plus restaurant is one of the best places in the city for brunch<\/strong>. We particularly recommend their Pantheon Special with chopped tomatoes and scrambled eggs tossed with cream cheese, cucumber and salmon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-8-web-size-1200px-coffee-pouring-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Hand pouring coffee from a traditional copper pot into a white coffee mug\" class=\"wp-image-12392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-8-web-size-1200px-coffee-pouring-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-8-web-size-1200px-coffee-pouring-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-8-web-size-1200px-coffee-pouring-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Athens-Stock-Photo-8-web-size-1200px-coffee-pouring.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pantheon not only has a wide array of coffee, pastries and baked goods but an extensive dining menu. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Anefani_Small_plates_right_below_the_Acropolis\"><\/span>Anefani: Small plates right below the Acropolis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Anefani is a traditional <em>mezedopolio<\/em>. This means you order and share a bunch of small <em>meze<\/em> plates instead of choosing one entree. <\/strong>One particularly excellent option is their grilled octopus. Anefani has seating indoors, and outside on the terraced stairs that make up most of Plaka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These stairs lead right up to the rock of the Acropolis. There is live music every evening so if you are able to snag a table you can listen to traditional Greek tunes while you enjoy the night-time view of the Acropolis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/509328318_9a9131dc59_k-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Grilled Octopus\" class=\"wp-image-14522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/509328318_9a9131dc59_k-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/509328318_9a9131dc59_k-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/509328318_9a9131dc59_k-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/509328318_9a9131dc59_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dive into Athens&#8217; culinary scene with a must-try local delicacy: grilled octopus. Photo credit: PrettyKateMachine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lyra_Farm-to-table_takes_on_Greek_classics\"><\/span>Lyra: Farm-to-table takes on Greek classics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The hot new restaurant Lyra is housed in a neo-classical building in the center of Plaka. <strong>This restaurant operates with a farm-to-table philosophy, and focus on bringing local ingredients to their modernized Greek fare<\/strong>. Some excellent appetizers: the sausage with cream cheese and fresh oregano, or traditional lamb skewers spiced up with chimichurri sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/vegetarian-restaurants-in-athens\">vegetarian restaurants in Athens<\/a> is notably easier than in other cities, and at Lyra, you&#8217;ll find a variety of options that cater to non-meat eaters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We especially love to come to this spot for the live music most evenings!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8267785479_55927aad40_k-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"meat on a plate with pita and sauce\" class=\"wp-image-14523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8267785479_55927aad40_k-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8267785479_55927aad40_k-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8267785479_55927aad40_k-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/8267785479_55927aad40_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> Lyra offers a diverse menu that caters to both meat lovers and those seeking vegetarian options. Photo credit: wEnDy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unique_wines_from_every_corner_of_Greece\"><\/span>Unique wines from every corner of Greece<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For a great dining experience, try out Mono Wine Restaurant.<\/strong> They switch up the menu twice a year to keep things fresh and in tune with the seasons. In the summer, Mono offers a delightful experience with its rooftop terrace providing a cool view of the Acropolis. Indoors, enjoy the cozy ambiance with tables and a charming tiled courtyard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Madrid_Toledo-Day-Trip-WB-0054-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Swirling a glass of red wine so that the light is reflected off of the drink\" class=\"wp-image-12432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Madrid_Toledo-Day-Trip-WB-0054-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Madrid_Toledo-Day-Trip-WB-0054-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Madrid_Toledo-Day-Trip-WB-0054-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Madrid_Toledo-Day-Trip-WB-0054-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Walks_Madrid_Toledo-Day-Trip-WB-0054.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Greece is one of the oldest wine producing regions in the world.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>What&#8217;s really cool about Mono is their <strong>collection of over 160 different wines<\/strong>, including some rare Greek ones that are hard to find elsewhere! 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