Stores· Attica mainland (Athens)· Greece — Cyclades

Athens Central Market (Varvakios Agora)

37° 58.8′ N · 23° 43.7′ E

Athens' 19th-century covered central market on Athinas Street: a noisy, wonderful hall of butchers and about 100 fishmongers. It is the place to buy serious provisions or just soak up the city.

Practical

42 Athinas St, near City Hall and Kotzia Square. Built 1878–1886. Open from morning to late afternoon, closed Sunday (exact hours not verified). Meat, poultry, seafood and other foods. Reach it by metro or tram from Alimos, Flisvos or Zea, then take a taxi back to the boat with heavy bags.

Best for

Fresh fish and meat for a long passage, and Athens street life

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