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 bars and shops. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Roman Agora and Hadrian's Library. There's plenty more to see, including Adrianou Street and Church of Saint Catherine.
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
- Hadrian's Library
- Church of Saint Catherine
- Tower of the Winds
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens
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
- Choragic Monument of Lysicrates
- 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)