Historic site · UNESCO
Acropolis of Athens
Athens, Greece
The rock above Athens topped by the Parthenon, one of the world's most famous ancient monuments.
Market · Greece · Attica
Varvakios Central Market
Athens' bustling covered meat and fish market, with spice shops and cafes nearby.
Free to enter about 60 min
For storytellers
Why Varvakios Central Market matters
This is where Athenians shop. Butchers shout, fish stalls glisten and the smell of spices drifts out into the streets around. Nearby, Evripidou street has shops selling olives, cheese, spices and nuts. It is loud and not for the squeamish, but it is also real. Lunch at a simple grill in the area is a classic.
Talking points
- It is a working market, not a tourist show.
- Spice and cheese shops line the nearby streets.
- Locals eat early, so go before lunch.
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Good to know: Go in the morning, when the market is at its liveliest; it is quiet on Sundays.
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