Central Market Athens
Central Market Athens
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- Monastiraki • 2 min walk
- Akropoli • 7 min walk
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52 reviews
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Karen P
Girona, Spain887 contributions
Nov 2019
I have travelled to food markets all over the world and feel the frustration of some of the stall holders when visitors like myself are not interested in buying, only asking questions. Here everyone was smiling and helpful and let me take lots of photos. I especially liked Epirus Tavern within it where we tasted the famous tripe and trotter soup. Delicious!
Written 11 May 2020
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venicefish
London, UK355 contributions
Jan 2015 • Couples
An incredibly vibrant and lively fish and meat market full of amazing produce..........the whole place is rocking with sounds and smells you would expect from this arena................
If I was a local I too would be buying my meat and fish here............really cool place to visit!
If I was a local I too would be buying my meat and fish here............really cool place to visit!
Written 27 January 2015
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greekcypriot2009
Athens, Greece8,970 contributions
Jun 2014 • Friends
Monastiraki Square is a center of activity day and night.
One of the best places to buy just about anything is the Flea Market of Monastiraki. I wouldn’t call it a Flea Market on regular days though, but a Grand Bazar.
What to Buy?
Anything that looks interesting.
You never know what you will find especially on a Sunday….all kinds of stuff from junk to antiques!
The tiny shops contain everything from worry beads, furs, backgammon sets, toy evzone soldiers, ancient Greek bottle openers, Byzantine Icons, paintings, statues, handbags with the Parthenon on and so on.
You will find sandals made by Chinese factory workers or made right there in the shop and fitted exactly to your foot.
One of the best places to buy just about anything is the Flea Market of Monastiraki. I wouldn’t call it a Flea Market on regular days though, but a Grand Bazar.
What to Buy?
Anything that looks interesting.
You never know what you will find especially on a Sunday….all kinds of stuff from junk to antiques!
The tiny shops contain everything from worry beads, furs, backgammon sets, toy evzone soldiers, ancient Greek bottle openers, Byzantine Icons, paintings, statues, handbags with the Parthenon on and so on.
You will find sandals made by Chinese factory workers or made right there in the shop and fitted exactly to your foot.
Written 5 June 2014
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drsh99
Chicago, IL105 contributions
Dec 2013 • Family
You can find all manner of jewelry, paintings, replicas of ancient artifacts, religious objects, musical instruments and wood carved objets d'art in the market. The usual tourist-focused T shirts, etc. are everywhere. But wandering around the market and heading uphilll and around toward the Acropolis museum, you can find small ancient churches, tucked away tavernas and lovely open-air restaurants to keep you happy for hours or even days as you window and gift shop.
Written 1 March 2014
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Lucian B
Champlin, MN142 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
This is the place to shop in Athens for souvenirs and /or gift to family and friends, great selection of things, good prices and most of the things were made in Greece!! which is a plus
Written 28 October 2016
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linsyahirah
Salak Tinggi, Malaysia21 contributions
Jan 2015
Some of the shops here are cheaper than other places, so if you would like to buy souvenirs like fridge magnets and soaps, you can buy it here
Written 14 July 2015
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grassykeydan
Hawaii103 contributions
Feb 2015 • Family
You will come alive if your a foodie! Lots of fresh produce,meat,cheese and bread! Hit the spice street.
Written 8 February 2015
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Missy M
Monroe, OH39 contributions
May 2021 • Friends
The market was a fish and butcher shop only. I had read reviews that mentions nuts and spices. There were very few around the outside of the market. Lots of homeless on the streets. I’m sure the changes were due to Covid, but not a tourist attraction today.
Written 26 June 2021
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Sunshine177159
Toronto, Canada21 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
When visiting a new place, I always visit the wet market. Visiting markets makes you feel the people, what they eat, and how they interact. This is a seafood and meat market with a few restaurants. Make sure you try the tripe and cow foot soup.
Written 5 June 2017
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2016_jeni
West Yorkshire, UK59 contributions
Nov 2016
Visited on a sunny Sunday and found it was really really busy so difficult to see the stalls and shops. On the other days it was more enjoyable. The tube station is also very busy so look after your valuables!
Written 17 November 2016
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Γιατί αυτή η καταχώρηση βρίσκεται κάτω από την Περιοχή Ευρυτανίας;
Written 19 December 2015
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