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Plaka district

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Location: Athens, Attica, Greece

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1. Parthenon, Acropolis of Athens – Acropolis of Athens loop from Ευαγγελισμός

10.0km

02:44

150m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Acropolis of Athens – Temple of Hephaestus loop from Νέος Κόσμος

10.5km

02:51

150m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Parthenon, Acropolis of Athens – Acropolis of Athens loop from Μοναστηράκι

4.29km

01:12

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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RemcoM

October 18, 2021

The Plaka is the oldest part of Athens. Most streets are closed to car traffic, but you should remain vigilant for speeding motorcycles or delivery trucks.

In the past, it was a nightclub district; however, most of these establishments closed in the 1970s when the government banned loud music. The strategy was highly successful, and now it's an area with restaurants, jewellery stores, tourist shops, and cafes. While it has become quite commercialised, it still retains its neighbourhood charm, arguably making it the most pleasant area in central Athens.

Many restaurants cater to tourists, but some offer good food. By following my restaurant recommendations in this guide, you can enjoy your evenings without unpleasant surprises on your bill or a stomach ailment on the day of your Acropolis visit.

Petra

July 4, 2023

The Plaka is lively, colorful and often loud. Shops, bars, restaurants, ice cream parlors, cafés, there is everything your heart desires and some side streets also offer quiet places

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Isi-Sicilia

January 17, 2024

Plaka is the old town and the tourist heart of the city of Athens. Almost all tourists come to Plaka once or several times. There are many restaurants, cafes and shops for locals and visitors to the city.
There are few cars. Many alleys are too narrow for traffic, others are closed to motor vehicles. This makes the district so attractive, even in the otherwise noisy and busy city of Athens.

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Plaka district

1. Parthenon, Acropolis of Athens – Acropolis of Athens loop from Ευαγγελισμός

2. Acropolis of Athens – Temple of Hephaestus loop from Νέος Κόσμος

3. Parthenon, Acropolis of Athens – Acropolis of Athens loop from Μοναστηράκι

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