The Bottom Line
It's definitely worth the effort to seek out Stavros' shop. While you're in the area, you can explore the rest of the up-and-coming Psirri area, with fun shops and dining.
Pros
- An inexpensive souvenir that comes with a great story.
- Your chance to own a shoe just like those owned by stars.
- You can admire a chair where your favorite Beatle once sat.
- It's an easy way of supporting the poetic arts
Cons
- Unique ancient design may not work for work.
Description
- All sandals are handmade from start to finish.
- Be sure you are headed to the "new" location - he was forced to move from his original shop at 89 Pandrossou Street.
- Sandals are flat and easy to pack.
Guide Review - Stavros Mellissinos - Sandalmaker
Detailed directions to the shop. Stavros describes several methods of getting to his workshop, but given the object is to purchase sandals, going by foot may be the most satisfying. It's easy to combine a visit to the shop with your explorations of the Acropolis and Monastiraki.
You can also order online - making this a great way to solve gift-giving problems back home. "I got these for you in Greece..."
Stavros Melissinos
The Poet Sandalmaker of Athens
New Address: 2 Agias Theklas Street
Psirri-Monastiraki
Tel: +30 210 3219247
Athens, Greece
Tel: +30 210 3219247[
Email: info@melissinos-art.com
