In the heart of buzzing Athens there are a lot of open markets selling anything from food and spices to vintage clothing, antiques and souvenirs. Even if you don’t want to shop a walk into the flea market is a great way to get the real vibe of Athens.
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Monastiraki flea market starts next to Monastiraki metro station. It’s not an actual flea market but a collection of small shops. Here you can buy almost everything from clothing, jewellery, cheap souvenirs like T-shirts, toy evzone soldiers, marble Greek statues, postcards and quality souvenirs like backgammon sets, Byzantine Icons, traditional Greek products, musical instruments and leather goods. In Monastiraki flea market you will find almost everything. Near the flea market there are a lot of cafes where you can stop for a refreshment and watch the people passing by. Early in the morning and late at night when the shops are closed, all the shop fronts are covered with street art, which is totally worth checking out.
