Athens

Shopping

Greek antiques along with other antiques from all over Europe are available here for purchase. Most of the merchandise dates back to the 1400s to about the 1800s. A diverse selection is available here ranging from clocks to paintings to wood carvings to crockery. Whilst the goods are beautiful they are highly priced as well.

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Antiqua

Greek antiques along with other antiques from all over Europe are available here for purchase. Most of the merchandise dates back to the 1400s to about the 1800s.

Centre of Hellenic Traditions

This shop houses a variety of traditional Greek arts and crafts. Merchandise consists of pottery, wood carvings, embroideries and textiles. Quality is this store's forte.

Nick's Corner

This shop is renowned for the knitted sweaters that are its specialty.

Christos Veloudakis

This boutique comprises of collections of women and menswear. The interior of the shop is interesting in itself and the merchandise even more so.

Martinos

This shop is well- known for the home ware it sells which include beautiful Venetian glass, swords and tables.

Kolonaki

This is one of the major shopping areas of Athens. The following brands are available here:

Monastiraki Flea Market

Tourists ought to browse through the various shops and stalls that make up the Monastiraki Flea Market. All sorts of goods are available from books, to antiques, to souvenirs, to clothes to crockery.

Oikotexnia

Beautiful traditional Greek merchandise is available for purchase here. Products range from carpets to rugs to tablecloths to bed linen. All goods sold reflect traditional Greek designs and embroideries.

Benaki Museum Gift Shop

This shop boasts an excellent collection of jewelry, ceramics and textiles that are quintessentially Greek. Quality is guaranteed as well.

The Central Market

This market consists primarily of edible products. It is an interesting place to go to. Tourists can stock up on Greek spices, herbs and cheese whilst at the same time learning about Greek culture.

Eleftheroudakis

This is a rare treat for book lovers. A diverse collection of books are available in this massive shop spread over seven storeys. Greek literature is widely available so be sure to stop by here.

Korres

Beauty products by Greek entrepreneur Korres are the specialty of this store. These include excellent skin and hair care products.

Melissinos Art

For the past two generations this store has been supplying Athenians and others with diverse collections of sturdy sandals. The sandals are made of leather and are modeled on those worn by Ancient Greeks.