Flaneur Souvenirs & Supplies
Flaneur Souvenirs & Supplies
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Souvenirs for the Curious Mind & Supplies for the Urban Explorer
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Neighborhood: Plaka
Due to its proximity to the Acropolis, Plaka remains the area where the majority of foreign visitors stay and play. Its attractive features include small squares, some notable museums and the beautiful Mitropolis cathedral, as well as a host of places to stay, eat and drink. Its pedestrian zones make it a pleasant place to escape from the city’s notorious traffic. Adrianou and Kidathineon Streets contain a number of souvenir shops, offering classier items than you will find in the Flea Market. The most rewarding section to explore is the upper reaches towards the Acropolis itself, where many old stone houses with tiled roofs have survived. Up here you can find leafier corners and the odd quaint taverna with unobstructed views of the ancient rock.
How to get there
- Akropoli • 6 min walk
- Monastiraki • 6 min walk
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- Rania S4 contributionsA place for real Flaneurs.A soulful place for genuine travellers, the flaneurs of this world, and not a tourist shop. Support local artists, designers and poets by shopping here instead of going to the larger more commercial stores that sell massmade objects. I highly suggest chatting up the knowledgable and friendly staff.Visited June 2024Traveled soloWritten June 15, 2024
- Pia CastagniniYork, United Kingdom104 contributionsLovely and Unique Gift Shop AthensLovely collection of souvenirs and gifts, bought two books: Walking in Athens by Nikos Vatopoulos and Selected Poems by C. P. Cavafy. The owner was very personable and one of the loveliest people we met in our time in Athens. Would definitely recommend visiting if in the Old Town area.Visited June 2024Traveled with friendsWritten July 19, 2024
- Courtney BMenlo Park, California17 contributionsAmazing, cool local art! Do not miss!This gift shop is nestled in among a see of typical gift shops with all the same stuff. THIS IS NOT that. This gift shop has art from local greek artist that is cool, beautiful and top quality. I bought almost all my souvenirs and gifts here. Do not miss this shop!Visited October 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten October 11, 2024
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John C
Tbilisi, Georgia7 contributions
Sep 2023 • Business
My favourite store in Athens, brimmed full of novel, different, local and hard to find goodies. Much of which are from local Greek creators and artists.
Not a naff, tourist thing in sight!
The owners are wonderful, relaxed and helpful. And the background shop music is my kind of stuff.
You can tell I love Flaneur!
Great to visit again and to see you.
I will be back in April.
Not a naff, tourist thing in sight!
The owners are wonderful, relaxed and helpful. And the background shop music is my kind of stuff.
You can tell I love Flaneur!
Great to visit again and to see you.
I will be back in April.
Written September 15, 2023
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Pia Castagnini
York, UK104 contributions
Jun 2024 • Friends
Lovely collection of souvenirs and gifts, bought two books: Walking in Athens by Nikos Vatopoulos and Selected Poems by C. P. Cavafy. The owner was very personable and one of the loveliest people we met in our time in Athens. Would definitely recommend visiting if in the Old Town area.
Written July 19, 2024
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warhol54
Dallas, Texas15 contributions
Nov 2016 • Couples
When I travel, I like to bring back special souvenirs for family. I look for something unique and modern. I am so glad we found Flaneur on a recent trip to Athens!
The minute we walked in, we were greeted and welcomed to the little shop. Flaneur has everything from tote bags to tee shirts. We got our nieces and nephew comic books telling Greek mythology in a sleek modern format. What a perfect way to introduce children to these stories!
If you are in the Plaka and looking for something other than your boring gifts that every other store sells, you have to check Flaneur.
They even have a cool skyline on the wall made out of a power cord!
Don't miss this little gem of a store. It is tucked down one of the streets so it is easy to miss but it is worth checking out if you like clean design and modern gifts.
The minute we walked in, we were greeted and welcomed to the little shop. Flaneur has everything from tote bags to tee shirts. We got our nieces and nephew comic books telling Greek mythology in a sleek modern format. What a perfect way to introduce children to these stories!
If you are in the Plaka and looking for something other than your boring gifts that every other store sells, you have to check Flaneur.
They even have a cool skyline on the wall made out of a power cord!
Don't miss this little gem of a store. It is tucked down one of the streets so it is easy to miss but it is worth checking out if you like clean design and modern gifts.
Written November 20, 2016
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Vieltraveller
Switzerland643 contributions
Dec 2019
This shop was a nice change in Plaka with all it's uber touristy shops all around. I wish Flaneur hat more Greek brands. But it's nevertheless a good stop.
Written December 29, 2019
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The Mills Twins
Wrexham, UK599 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
We came here after reading the great reviews and were not disappointed! The shop is full of interesting modern and indie art and the owner knows so much about it all! We bought plenty of souvenirs and if I could I'd go back for more!
Written November 24, 2019
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Mariza P
Thessaloniki11 contributions
Oct 2018 • Solo
The souvenir shop in Plaka that stands out. You will find particular items that differ from all the mainstream stuff you'll find around. The people are very friendly and help you out a lot. Lovely things for locals as well, not only for tourists!
Written October 8, 2018
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Linabrom
4 contributions
Nov 2016 • Couples
If you only visit one shop during your stay you should come here. Lots of stuff from greek designers mixed with brands from all over the world. Helpful and nice staff who told us stories behind the greek brands. Different from all the other shops in this turist area... Hipster in the very best of ways.
Written November 14, 2016
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thasss
3 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
I feel that's a must-visit for people visiting Athens and Plaka.
I found the couple running the shop fantastic to discuss about travelling, Greece, and about the origin of all sorts of very carefully selected gadgets they are selling.
Plus, the shop owners have a great taste in music!
Great experience, great items!
I found the couple running the shop fantastic to discuss about travelling, Greece, and about the origin of all sorts of very carefully selected gadgets they are selling.
Plus, the shop owners have a great taste in music!
Great experience, great items!
Written October 6, 2016
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Peter M
Boston, MA27 contributions
Sep 2016
This neat little shop in Plaka is all about travel and creating experiences. They carry a nicely curated collection of travel inspired gifts and supplies for traveling and they selection of souvenirs of Athens and Greece is much nicer that your typical shop in the surrounding streets. If you'll be in Plaka (which you will most certainly will be if you visit Athens, you should certainly check this shop out!
Written September 25, 2016
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SuperHumanJane
3 contributions
Aug 2019
The owner is so nice and wonderful to talk to. I definitely recommend asking him about the pieces that interest you and he can tell you all sorts of cool stuff about it. It’s awesome to shop for souvenirs that you can tell are from Greece, but don’t look like everything else and are actually MADE IN GRERCE. A must-visit shop.
Written August 17, 2019
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