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Monastiraki

Monastiraki, Athens, Greece
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Ranked #1 of 36 shopping in Athens
4.5 of 5 stars 164 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Neighbourhoods, Flea/ Street Markets
Fee: No
Description: Lively flea market neighborhood with lots of small tavernas serving good-value local snacks.
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Mumbai (Bombay), India
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Best place for buying souvenirs... Best is to quote half... walk away even if he/she agrees... you will come across the same souvenir at the next shop where you can quote a better price without losing face. More

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Mhow, India
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

The square has an old mosque and next to the metro station is the flea market, where we got some nice decorative pieces like the Greek warriors, the helmet etc and other souvenirs. More

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Miami
Top Contributor
84 reviews 84 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Monastiraki is a good place for shopping. Do not forget to bargain in most shops, particularly those with merchandise on the street. and look your belongings since pick-pocket are walking around. Do not forget that Monastiraki is a metro station. It is nice to shop, to bargain and to see the Ancient Agora and pieces of ancient greek culture along... More

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Brussels, Belgium
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

I was very impressed by Monastiraki by day and even more by night. The place is just between 2 ancient Athens sides, and, since everything is closing at 3 pm, it's just perfect to hang out in the evening and afternoon. Absolutely recommend restaurants there, prices are lower than in Plaka and the quality was definitely better (but it's only... More

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Seattle, WA
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

We purchased items here from the vendors that were cheaper than when we got to the different islands. All of the vendors tell you this, but you aren't sure to believe them. Well, believe it. I got worry beads in teh Monastiraki that were $15 eu and $29eu in Mykonos! Get your shopping bug on in the Monastiraki, then enjoy... More

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Chandigarh, India
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

as written all over the web,,,,its one of the coolest place to be in during day or nite....look for the clubs tucked in between lanes, filled with locals having a good time. the place is must visit. More

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Bangalore
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

We were staying at a hotel called " A for Athens" right in front of Monastraki station and this place was filled with activities as there were too many cafes, shops and snmall eateris, gelatto shops and bars. Comparing Synragma and Syngrou and other fashionable areas of Athens, this one is the heart and soul of normal Greeks who cross... More

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Samos, Greece
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

An area near Plaka with it's tourist shops but you may find it cheaper to shop here. Antiques, bead shops, souveniers, shoes, clothing and lots of super cafes and restaurants all cheaper than the ones in Plaka. More

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Thessaloniki, Greece
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Lots of shops and lots to choose from. Good value to be found in a lot of places so look around and buy what you need at good prices. Keep an eye out for street peddlers that vanish at the sound of the police bikes. Can spnd too much time here looking around. More

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Salo, Finland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

remember to bargain, beware of pick-pockets, put your money to safe place in the monastirakis flee market More

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