What's Plaka like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Plaka, especially its cafes and museums. Make sure that you enjoy this walkable neighbourhood's great shops and restaurants. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Roman Agora and Tower of the Winds. There's plenty more to see, including Adrianou Street and Jewish Museum of Greece.
How to get to Plaka
Flying to:
- Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos), 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Plaka
Things to see and do in and around Plaka
What to see in Plaka
- Roman Agora
- Tower of the Winds
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens
- Hadrian's Library
- Choragic Monument of Lysicrates
Things to do in Plaka
- Adrianou Street
- Jewish Museum of Greece
- Maria Callas Museum
- Technis Theater
- Dora Stratou Greek Dances Theater
Other popular Plaka attractions
- Church of Saint Catherine
- Church of Saint Nikolaos Rangavas
- Philomousou Etairias Square
- Frissiras Museum
- Museum of Greek Folk Art
When is the best time to visit Athens?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 26°C)
- Coldest months: January, February, March, December (average 11°C)
- Rainiest months: December, February, January, March (average 61 mm of rainfall)