Things to Do in Monastiraki, Athens

Monastiraki is a central Athens area with the ancient Athenian Agora being excavated below the modern city. It contains the Flea Market and several rooftop bars like 360 Cocktail Bar and Buena Vista Social Bar.

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Top things to do in Monastiraki

Monastiraki
Plaza★
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Flea Market
★ 4.4 · 13.8k
Flea Market
Warren of eclectic outlets selling eclectic gear from souvenirs to furniture, food & army surplus.
Every day
10 AM – 10 PM
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Hänsel & Gretel
★ 4.4 · 2.0k
Chocolate Shop
Mon–Thu
10 AM – 10:30 PM
Fri
10 AM – 12 AM
Sat
10 AM – 12 AM
Sun
10 AM – 12 AM
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The Athenian Agora
Archaeological Site
This ancient Greek place of assembly and marketplace is being revealed layer by layer below the modern Athens cityscape.
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Where to eat & drink in Monastiraki

Anglais Athens
★ 4.4 · 3.3k
Rooftop Bar· €10–15
Chic restaurant & bar with a leafy rooftop terrace offering views of the Acropolis.
Mon–Thu
3 PM – 1 AM
Fri
3 PM – 2 AM
Sat
3 PM – 2 AM
Sun
3 PM – 1 AM
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Lartecono Davinci Gelato (Monastiraki)
★ 4.6 · 3.4k
Ice Cream
Mon–Thu
10 AM – 12:30 AM
Fri
10 AM – 1 AM
Sat
10 AM – 1 AM
Sun
10 AM – 12:30 AM
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Karamanlidika
★ 4.7 · 13.8k
Greek· €10–20
A very remarkable, slightly upscale restaurant specializing in dishes native to the Karamanli people. Owing to their history, the food served here is a (very well-executed) mix between Greek and Turkish cuisine. A hidden gem (that is…
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 11 PM
Sat
9 AM – 11 PM
Sun
Closed
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360 Cocktail Bar
★ 4.3 · 10.9k
Cocktail Bar· €10–40
Vibrant bar with an industrial-style interior & a rooftop garden serving signature cocktails.
Mon–Thu
10 AM – 1:30 AM
Fri
10 AM – 2:30 AM
Sat
10 AM – 2:30 AM
Sun
10 AM – 1:30 AM
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Norman Athens Bar
★ 4.9 · 618
Bar· €5–10
A self-service cafe and bar in central Athens, it is known for its coffee, cakes, desserts, and cocktails, including spicy options and matcha.
Mon–Tue
10 AM – 5 PM
Wed–Fri
10 AM – 10 PM
Sat
10 AM – 10 PM
Sun
10 AM – 10 PM
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Maiandros Restaurant
★ 4.6 · 9.8k
Greek· €10–20
Classic open-air cafe serving generous plates of traditional Mediterranean comfort food.
Every day
10:30 AM – 12 AM
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Peggy Sue
★ 4.7 · 1.2k
Coffee Shop· €10–15
A multi-location establishment with branches in Monastiraki and Nea Smyrni, offering a menu and gallery for visitors.
Every day
8 AM – 6 PM
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Stone Athens
★ 4.8 · 3.6k
Greek· €15–40
A stylish restaurant in Athens with an upstairs balcony offering nighttime views of the Acropolis, known for its Greek food, cocktails, and family-oriented atmosphere.
Every day
8 AM – 1 AM
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Couleur Locale
★ 4.5 · 11.2k
Bistro· €10–20
Vibrant rooftop bistro with a terrace serving local & global fare, plus cocktails & Acropolis views.
Mon–Thu
9:30 AM – 1 AM
Fri
9:30 AM – 2 AM
Sat
9:30 AM – 2 AM
Sun
9:30 AM – 1 AM
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A Little Taste of Home Restaurant
★ 4.8 · 2.7k
Restaurant· €20–40
A restaurant in Athens offering a variety of dishes, including slow-roasted lamb, meatballs, beef brisket, shrimp orzo, and truffle and mushroom infused ravioli.
Mon
1 PM – 10 PM
Tue
Closed
Wed–Thu
1 PM – 10 PM
Fri
1 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat
1 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun
1 PM – 10 PM
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Buena Vista Social Bar
★ 4.4 · 3.3k
Bar· €10–15
Laid-back bar serving pizza, tacos & other comfort food in a homey space with a terrace.
Mon–Thu
10:30 AM – 1:30 AM
Fri
10:30 AM – 2 AM
Sat
10:30 AM – 2 AM
Sun
10:30 AM – 1:30 AM
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Efcharis restaurant
★ 4.5 · 7.5k
Greek· €10–20
Rustic eatery offering traditional Mediterranean dishes, homemade wines & al fresco dining.
Every day
10:30 AM – 12 AM
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