Thissio

What I can see

Apart from its historical significance, Thissio is a very popular neighbourhood, ideal for entertainment and socialization. On the main streets, there are many cafes, taverns, ouzo taverns and bars, which attract diverse clientele. More specifically, in the small section of Apostolou Pavlou Street, along with Jacqueline de Romilly Square, the cafes –one of which is historic – include all ages. On Herakleidon Street, younger people visit most cafes and downhill there are ouzeries (ouzo taverns) and tsipouradika (tsipouro taverns) frequented by students. The quiet taverns and ouzo taverns of Eptachalkou Street, on the other hand, attract visitors of various ages. Finally, in the western part of Adrianou Street there is a number of shops, mostly touristic, whose aesthetics are generally common, with exceptions that are worth visiting.

What I can't see

The name of the area comes from the Temple of Hephaestus, which for years was believed to have been dedicated to Theseus, the mythical king of Athens. Even during past centuries, Thissio was vibrant – especially before the excavation to uncover the Ancient Agora- with cinemas, cafes and theatres that were the hallmark of an active neighbourhood.

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