Monastiraki

Monastiraki
ΜΟΝΑΣΤΗΡΑΚΙ
the Flea Market neighborhood

Monastiraki, (literally little monastery) is a distinctive old Athens area, with narrow, irregularly criss-crossing streets, and small buildings, typical of Ottoman and, to some extent, Byzantine urban planning. Here is the flea market neighborhood in the old quarters of the city of Athens and one of the principal shopping districts in Athens.

On the outdoor stands of street vendors, or the small shops on the central roads (Adrianou, Pandrosou, Ifaistou, Thisseiou, Agiou Filippou, Astegos and Ermou Streets) the area is home to several clothing boutiques, souvenir shops, and specialty stores, and is a major tourist attraction for bargain shopping. You can find anything, such as shoes and leather sandals, traditional clothes or hip garments, used or new furniture, old books and maps, antiques and curiosities.

Museums

The Traditional Ceramics section of the Museum of Folk Art on the left, housed in the mosque built in 1759 during the dark years of the Turkish occupation by Moustafa Agas (or Tzistarakis). Seeking lime for the construction of the Mosque, this savage removed and used the 17th surviving column of the Temple of Zeus!

Where to Stay
The Dolli is a boutique 5-star hôtel-maison by Grecotel with only 46 luxurious bedrooms, pied à terre and private apartments bathed in the Athenian light. Awarded state-of-the-art accommodation exuding warmth, intimacy and discreet luxury, A short walk from Monastiraki Square and the Roman Agora, The Dolli offers a rooftop swimming pool, fitness centre, sun terrace, restaurant, massage services, bar, and free WiFi.