A wonderful sight in its own right, this huge old wrought-iron market hall is dedicated to fish and meat, especially row upon row of lamb carcasses, hanging in just-barely EU-compliant glass cases. Tavernas within the market, many open 24/7, are an Athenian institution for hangover-busting patsas (tripe soup).

　　West across Athinas is the fruit and vegetable market. In the surrounding streets are olives, cheeses and spices.