Undoubtedly, Plaka district is one of the most charming, picturesque and historical neighborhoods of Athens. Stroll around its winding cobbled streets, among antiquities and majestic neoclassical buildings and you will feel as if you were in another era, an unforgettable journey evoking past images and memories. Plaka is also known as “The Quarter of the Gods”, as it lies beneath the northeastern slope of the Acropolis.
Although this quaint area of Athens has a plethora of souvenir shops and touristic tavernas scattered around its small labyrinthine alleys, it has retained its ancient authenticity. It is definitely one of the most characteristic spots of the city for countless photos!
Plaka: The oldest street, with the oldest house in Athens
Walk along Tripodon Street, the oldest street in the world, which is more than 2,500 years old, see the “Choragic Monument of Lysicrates” and the “The Bath House of the Winds”, which is the only public bath of Athens surviving until today. Agios Nikolaos Ragavas and Agioi Anargyroi are additionally two of the most famous churches of Plaka, which are worth visiting. This area of Athens has continuously been inhabited since the days of ancient Greece.
Adrianou and Kydathinaion are the most popular streets, hosting magnificent neoclassical buildings, most of which are well-preserved. Stop at the steps on Mnisicleous Street for a relaxing coffee or a homemade lemonade and pay a visit to “Benizelos Mansion”, the oldest house in Athens. Visiting Plaka is a fulfilling, lifetime experience; just sit down and enjoy the atmosphere, feeling like a Greek for a day!
