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Central Market (Varvakios Agora)

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About Central Market (Varvakios Agora)

The bustling meat and fish halls of the city's central market, with spice shops, delis and old tavernas all around. Athens at its most authentic. Go early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the midday heat and the crowds, and buy tickets for state sites online at hhticket.gr to skip the queue.

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Central Market (Varvakios Agora) before you go.

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