Dimitris Parthenis opened his first store in Athens in 1970. His next venture was the Mykonos¢ store in 1978, a great source of inspiration for the designer, but also the... Read more »
Katerina Lolou is a well known talented artist, who has been creating contemporary jewelry for more than twenty years. Preferring feminine forms, smooth curves and elegance, she... Read more »
Vavoulas company has been producing high quality shoes for four generations, with great success reaching beyond the local market. Soft leathers, studied designs and elegance combined... Read more »
Apriati jewelry, designed by Athena Axioti and Themis Bobolas is inspired from ancient Greek history and mythology and is distinguished for their understated elegance, making these... Read more »
Tonic Essentials in Psyrri is an aromatic paradise. Designed as a lifestyle concept store focusing on perfume in all its variations, Tonic offers a wide range of choice: the... Read more »
Antonis iKarras continues the craft of leather which his father started in Crete, in an arty studio in the bohemian district of Psyrri, manufacturing unique handmade bags in a... Read more »
Mati is a reference point in Athens for those searching for authentic local art. Under the direction of Rodi Konstantoglou, who for many years has specialized on the topic, the shop... Read more »
Diplous Pelekys has a long history which started in Crete many years ago, with Florentini Kaloutsis woven works of art inspired by ancient Minoan patterns and continues until today,... Read more »
A visit to Athens is not complete without seeing Dimitris Koutelieris studio in Plaka.The enchanter of wood as he has been called, salvages old pieces of wood from many sources:... Read more »
Pantopolio tis Mesogeiakis Diatrofis which translates into The Grocery Store of Mediterranean Taste is one of the most popular delicatessen in Athens. This wonderful store... Read more »
Citrus opened recently in the neighborhood of Kolonaki, selling exclusively the products of the Citrus Memory Scent of Chios. Marmalades, fruits in syrup, marzipan, sweet and salty biscuits, sea salt and aromatic vinegar are only some of the handmade delicacies made with the famous citrus fruit of Chios, cultivated in the area of Kambos. Read more »
LA Trap in the neighborhood of Mets is a shop gallery created by talented young designer Maria Polyxa, whose signature is Psarokokalo (fishbone in Greek). Maria designs and creates clothes for adults and children, jewelry, decorative objects, fairytale christening clothes and dolls using only eco-friendly and up-cycled materials, with a playful, unconventional approach. Read more »
No matter your shopping "style," you're certain to find what you're looking for in Athens. The upscale Kolonaki region is home to fashionable boutiques devoted to designers like Lagerfeld and Versace. "Treasure hunters" find they're on familiar turf at the weekly Flea Market, and a wide variety of shops specializes in authentic Greek crafts, from copper wine jugs to handmade sandals. Greek olives, Mediterranean spices, canned sardines, and pungent cheeses will undoubtedly please folks on your gift list. Just know that special permits are needed to purchase and transport anything more than 100 years old.
Local Expert Tips for Athens Shopping
Tsiakiris Silk Metaxi: "Tsiakiris Silk is an excellent place to buy genuine silk creations at affordable prices"
Lyceum Club of Greek Women: "The shop of the Lyceum Club of Greek Women is one of the most authentic places to find traditional artefacts"
El.marneri galerie: "El. marneri galerie features inspired and innovative contemporary jewelry and artistic objects"