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Center of Hellenic Tradition Mitropoleos 59, for quality local crafts, one could do no better than here for weavings, ceramics and old paintings. Friendly and helpful staff.

Ermou Off Syntagma is this very popular pedestrianised shopping streets with hundreds of stores, street performers and activities.

Tyria Outra –This very popular deli is just outside the central market and has a mouth-watering selection of local cheeses, olive oil and Halva.

Metropolis You will find this triple story Greek music store on Omonia Sq. Metropolis boasts a vast array of local and international CDs.

Athens Restaurants and Bars

Athens Restaurants

Daphne's In the heart of The Plaka (the nightlife area), Daphne's stands out from the more informal tavernas which populate the area. Greek cuisine is served in a restored 19th century mansion. Indoor and outside dining in authentic classical Greek atmosphere.

Neon Syntagma In the style of the original restaurants that lined Syntagma Square, this brasserie has a tempting array of pastries and Greek sweets. Tasty local food is served, with a fine view of the lively square from the first floor.

Vlassis In Mavili Square, near the American Embassy on the first floor of an old mansion, this basic taverna is famous for it's quality traditional Greek food, open till 1am and the prices are reasonable.

Athens Bars & Clubs

Privilege In the fashionable Gazi district, Privilege is the in place for the rich and famous. If you want to hang out with the beautiful people then make a reservation, as the entry policy at the door is strict. Great DJs, decor and music.

Stavlos In Thissio, this entertainment complex features a restaurant, Cafes and Nightclub which rocks till the early hours to the latest sounds. Fantastic vibe here with a world-renowned bar. Set in a traffic free area near the Acropolis and a cool place for that cup of coffee in the daytime.

Mommy Delfon 4, this funky bar and restaurant is the hip place to be seen, a favourite with people connected to the arts. From time to time they do theme nights. If you say you are going to Mummy's tonight you won't be lying.

Klimataria In the Plaka, this hundred-year-old taverna host's live Greek entertainment. Reasonably priced food and drinks.

Athens Weekend Breaks

Top 10 things to do in Athens for a weekend.

• The Acropolis
• The Acropolis Museum
• National Archaeological Museum of Athens
• Kerameikos
• National Art Gallery and Alexandros Scutzos Mus

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Athens Tours

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• Athens City Tour with Acropolis
• Athens by night City that never sleeps
• Greek Islands Tours 1

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