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Flea Market

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Wander the Flea Market in Monastiraki, Athens' long-running treasure hunt beneath the Acropolis. Browse antiques, souvenirs, art and army surplus from shops and street vendors while soaking up the lively atmosphere.

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Full description

The Flea Market around Monastiraki is one of Athens' classic shopping districts, a maze of small outlets and free-standing vendors offering art, antiques, collectibles, souvenirs, furniture and army surplus. It is reachable by metro or the electric train and sits in the Acropolis area, with views of the Acropolis possible from nearby.

Reviewers describe an energetic, welcoming atmosphere and plenty of room to haggle. Sunday is particularly lively for treasure hunting.

Set aside about 75 minutes to wander, with moderate walking involved.

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Address

Ifestou, Athina 105 55, Greece · Athina
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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

1h15

Best time

morning, lunchtime, afternoon or early evening

Intensity

Moderate walking

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Good to know

  • Arrive by metro or electric train to Monastiraki
  • visit on a Sunday for the busiest vendor activity
  • bargain on souvenirs and last-minute gifts, and look up to catch views of the Acropolis.
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Reviews

One of the ""classic" and old places in athens Monastiraki as the locals call it. U can reach it either with metro or the ""electric" train. U can view acropolis also. Also a few minutes walk from the historic neighbor of plaka... It a road that has everything especialy clothes and souvenirs. Also.shops with records…

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Dim076

3/5

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