The Complete Guide to a Kosher Trip to Athens
Athens' Jewish community — led historically by the Romaniote community, one of the oldest in the world — today centers around the Psiri neighborhood, with a Chabad house and kosher restaurant a short walk from the Acropolis and the old city. Here's a short guide to planning your visit.
Synagogues
Beth Shalom Synagogue is Athens' active Sephardic synagogue, standing on Melidoni Street alongside the Romaniote-style Etz Hayyim Synagogue — a reminder of the ancient Greek-Jewish community that predates the arrival of Sephardic Jews in the city. The Jewish Museum of Greece, documenting over 2,300 years of Jewish presence in Greece, is a short walk away.
See all optionsChabad House and where to eat
Chabad of Athens, on Aisopou Street in Psiri, is the community's hub, with the kosher Gostijo restaurant and E-Kosher Mini Market right next door. Parakalo is another dairy option in the neighborhood.
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The Acropolis — arrive at opening time
The Acropolis and its Parthenon, built in the 5th century BCE, are the symbol of Athens and the city's most sought-after sight. Practical tip: buy a ticket in advance and arrive right at opening time, 8am — this avoids both the harsh midday Greek heat and the large tour groups that arrive later.
See all optionsBetween the Jewish Psiri quarter and the Acropolis and the old city, Athens offers a combination of ancient Jewish history alongside one of the world's most impressive heritage sites — all within walking distance.
Stay in the kosher area of Athens
For Shabbat in Athens, base yourself in or near Psiri - Chabad of Athens (Chabad house listed on the site) is within walking distance from there, along with the other kosher listings for the city.
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