We felt safe staying in this area during our time in Athens and found it was easy to find good food at restaurants everywhere we went. We visited in March and didn't find it too crowded but could definitely see it getting crowded in the summer season. This area is full of affordable souvenir shops, cafes, bars, restaurants and hotels. Many of the hotels in the area had rooftop bars which were perfect for a relaxing drink away from the streets and gave fantastic views of both the sunset and the Acropolis. We also like how the locals take care of the cats and they are pretty much everywhere as well. Major sites in Athens can be found here like the Roman Agora, Hadrian's Library and some of the oldest churches. There are also some modern sites here like the Museum of Illusions and a Flea Market. The closest metro is Monastiraki and two lines go through this station. The station also has some ruins that are visible inside the station.

A very nice neighborhood at the foot of the acropolis, where there are no shortage of souvenir shops and places to eat, I already said souvenir shops! Whole streets of these shops, especially near the metro. Between one street and the other there are also archaeological ruins to visit, which I recommend buying a ticket that allows access to 6/7 archaeological sites.

A very busy central area with a metro station in the heart of Athens. There is a flea market with many other streets littered with tourist shops and an awfully large range of restaurants. I didn’t enjoy the pressure of being constantly asked to stop and eat in Athens. It seems to be standard practice to drag your customers in ad people wander by enjoying the sights. All in all a very lively place and very busy please be aware of the pick pockets! I nearly got done twice. There are some girls that try snd distract you with free roses and try snd get into your bags please have your wits and be cautious at all times especially in the evening when it is very crowded

We visited Monastiraki with my boyfriend and really enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere! The narrow streets are full of small shops, vintage items, and cozy cafés. Our walk was wonderful, especially with the beautiful view of the Acropolis, though it’s good to stay alert in some busier spots where it can feel a bit crowded. Despite that, it’s a unique experience, and we’d love to visit again!

Monastiraki offers an excellent environment for exploration, featuring a variety of charming shops. Visitors can find souvenir outlets, jewelry boutiques, fashion retailers, and dining options, catering to diverse preferences. The narrow, picturesque cobblestone streets are vibrant with cheerful travelers appreciating the historical scenery.

Monastiraki is a fantastic place to wander and gaze and shop at all the beautiful stores. There are souvenir shops, jewelry stores, fashion stores, eateries, anything you want. The narrow, quaint, cobblestone streets are full of upbeat, happy travellers enjoying the historical views.

Central square with pretty Orthodox church, mosque and fantastic Acropolis view. The area is full of museums and archaeological sites and is very lively with shops, bars and restaurants and a pretty flea market. Do not miss a walk

It is one of the emblematic squares of the city. So much so that it's crowded at any hour. It is difficult to feel the square with so many people and so much restaurant. It's a very passing area. I recommend having a drink at one of the rooftop restaurants that have privileged views.

Shopping and dining heart of Athens. There is everything here, and you absolutely need to visit the city. Whatever you want, you can find it in Monastiraki, and it is a very safe place to walk, even at night. Shops open until late, and restaurants almost all day

I loved this neighborhood, it is central, close to the Acropolis and with many restaurants options. Well-moving streets with strong trade. A delight to walk around there, it was my favorite place to eat, but not too late to be able to enjoy the sunset, in the restaurants q are well laying at the bottom of the Acropolis.