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Things to Do in Plaka, Athens

The historic heart of Athens, situated just north of the Acropolis. It is adjacent to the popular districts of Monastiraki and Thissio, which attract both tourists and locals.

The historic heart of Athens, situated just north of the Acropolis. It is adjacent to the popular districts of Monastiraki and Thissio, which attract both tourists and locals.

  • Roman Forum of Athens (Roman Agora)Roman Forum of Athens (Roman Agora)Archaeology Museum
  • AnafiotikaAnafiotikaWorld Heritage Site
  • The Zillers Rooftop GastronomyThe Zillers Rooftop GastronomyFine Dining
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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Plaka

  • Roman Forum of Athens (Roman Agora) in Plaka, Athens

    Roman Forum of Athens (Roman Agora)

    ★ 4.5 · 15.0k
    Archaeology Museum★

    The remains of this agora built by the Romans from 19-11 B.C. include columns & an octagonal tower.

    Every day
    8 AM – 8 PM
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  • Anafiotika in Plaka, Athens

    Anafiotika

    World Heritage Site★

    Anafiotika is a scenic tiny neighborhood of the center of Athens, part of the old historical neighborhood called Plaka. It lies on the northeast side of the Acropolis hill.

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  • The Meet Market in Plaka, Athens

    The Meet Market

    ★ 4.5 · 124
    Festival
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  • Thiki Greece in Plaka, Athens

    Thiki Greece

    ★ 4.9 · 129
    Specialty Store
    Mon–Tue
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Wed
    12:30 PM – 8 PM
    Thu–Fri
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    12:30 PM – 8 PM
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  • Museum of Greek Popular Musical Instruments in Plaka, Athens

    Museum of Greek Popular Musical Instruments

    ★ 4.6 · 578
    Museum

    Museum with 1,200 traditional Greek musical instruments from the 18th century to the present.

    Mon
    8 AM – 8 PM
    Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    8 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 8 PM
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  • Record Club in Plaka, Athens

    Record Club

    ★ 4.9 · 105
    Record Store
    Every day
    10 AM – 9 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Plaka

  • The Zillers Rooftop Gastronomy in Plaka, Athens

    The Zillers Rooftop Gastronomy

    Michelin ★
    Fine Dining· €€€

    This restaurant occupies the former family home of the German architect Ernst Zillers, who came to Athens to design some of its public buildings, fell in love with the city and remained here for ...

    Every day
    7 PM – 12:30 AM
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  • Brettos in Plaka, Athens

    Brettos

    ★ 4.6 · 4.8k
    Winery & Brewery· €10–15

    An historic bar and distillery in Athens, known for its colorful wall of bottles, traditional liqueurs, and local wines.

    Every day
    10 AM – 2 AM
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  • Kuko's The Bar in Plaka, Athens

    Kuko's The Bar

    ★ 4.4 · 5.9k
    Cocktail Bar· €5–25

    A city center cocktail bar in Athens known for its atmosphere, music, and a variety of drinks, with both indoor and outdoor seating.

    Mon–Thu
    9 AM – 4 AM
    Fri
    9 AM – 5:30 AM
    Sat
    9 AM – 5:30 AM
    Sun
    9 AM – 4 AM
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  • Anefani in Plaka, Athens

    Anefani

    ★ 4.6 · 2.7k
    Coffee Shop· €10–35

    A traditional restaurant and coffee shop in the center of Athens, offering authentic dishes, aromatic coffee, warm wine, and daily live music.

    Mon–Thu
    8 AM – 1 AM
    Fri
    8 AM – 2:30 AM
    Sat
    8 AM – 2:30 AM
    Sun
    8 AM – 2 AM
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  • Aspro Alogo - Traditional Greek Food in Plaka, Athens

    Aspro Alogo - Traditional Greek Food

    ★ 4.7 · 7.0k
    Greek· €10–15
    Every day
    9 AM – 5 PM, 7 PM – 12 AM
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  • Symposio Restaurant in Plaka, Athens

    Symposio Restaurant

    ★ 4.9 · 2.6k
    Greek· €20-50

    A restaurant that offers table reservations, with a booking policy for late arrivals and cancellations.

    Mon–Thu
    9 AM – 11 PM
    Fri
    9 AM – 11:30 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 11:30 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 11 PM
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  • Yiasemi in Plaka, Athens

    Yiasemi

    ★ 4.3 · 7.8k
    Café & Bakery· €5–15

    Coffee, drinks, homemade pies & desserts in a snug traditional cafe with fireplace & outside seats.

    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 1 AM
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  • Athena 's Cook in Plaka, Athens

    Athena 's Cook

    ★ 4.7 · 5.2k
    Greek· €15-35

    A restaurant near Syntagma offering Greek dishes like moussaka, souvlaki, and lamb chops, with indoor and outdoor seating and a family-friendly atmosphere.

    Every day
    10 AM – 11:30 PM
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  • Melina Mercouri Café in Plaka, Athens

    Melina Mercouri Café

    ★ 4.4 · 3.9k
    Coffee Shop· €5–15

    Classic all-day dining is offered at this old-timey bistro dedicated to actress Melina Mercouri.

    Every day
    9 AM – 12:30 AM
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  • Kimolia Art Cafe in Plaka, Athens

    Kimolia Art Cafe

    ★ 4.5 · 1.8k
    Café & Bakery· €5–10

    Comfort food & cocktails in a house built in 1925 with colorful arty decor & a mellow vibe.

    Mon–Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Thu
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Fri
    11 AM – 1 AM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed
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Map of Plaka with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Roman Forum of Athens (Roman Agora)
  2. 2Anafiotika
  3. 3The Zillers Rooftop Gastronomy
  4. 4The Meet Market
  5. 5Thiki Greece
  6. 6Brettos
  7. 7Kuko's The Bar
  8. 8Anefani
  9. 9Aspro Alogo - Traditional Greek Food
  10. 10Symposio Restaurant

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