Plaka
· Landmarks · 4 min
Wander the narrow streets of Plaka, the old neighbourhood beneath the Acropolis.
Wander through Plaka, the old neighbourhood beneath the Acropolis. Its narrow streets are lined with neoclassical houses, small shops and traditional tavernas: stay for a long Greek lunch and the unhurried pace.
Plaka sits in the shadow of the Acropolis, its winding streets running between ancient ruins and Byzantine churches. It is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Athens, and its layered history is visible on every corner. Start your exploration at the Roman Agora and let yourself wander — the joy of Plaka is in its unexpected discoveries.
Stop at a traditional kafeneio for a Greek coffee, browse antique shops for vintage treasures, and dine at a rooftop taverna with views of the illuminated Parthenon above. In the evening, rebetiko drifts out of small bars along streets hung with bougainvillea.