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Public Syntagma

Electronics store Book store Computer store Game store

One of the Most Reviewed Electronics stores in Athens


Address

Karagiorgi Servias 1, Athina 105 63, Greece

Website

www.public.gr

Contact

+30 21 0818 1333

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (11.8K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 9 am to 9 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am to 8 pm
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 9 am to 9 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am to 9 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am to 9 pm

Featured Reviews


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  • 1/5 Giacomo M. 6 months ago on Google • 136 reviews
    As promised: saturday 21st october, 5:45PM. They stopped me at the exit by manually triggering the alarm at the exit after I bought (AND PAID) 3 items. Lot of people there, been treated as a stealer, no privacy. When arised such a concern I've been treated with even more sufficiency. Syntagma square Public: learn being polite. Shame.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 E A. 3 months ago on Google • 12 reviews New
    Two days ago I bought a pair of Logitech speakers for my new iMac. While unpacking them and given the plastic wrappings were very tight, I committed the crime of using scissors and cut one of the wires. I went back to the store and waited 40 minutes in line at their Repairs Department. They refused to even consider helping me even though I said I would pay out-of-pocket. I walked across the street to a place called The Fixers (on Stadiou Street) and they glued the wire, NO CHARGE bless them. Public is the worst place I have ever shopped at. Heartless and unprofessional who only care to score a sale. If there were a 0 rating, I would give it to them. Avoid them like the plague. Go to close by PLAISIO instead
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Phoenicia P. 4 years ago on Google
    Loud music can be tolerated when you're shopping for electronics and stationary, but it is VERY distracting in the bookshop area. Please consider turning it off for the books floor specifically - it is entirely unsuited to this context. It is the reason I often reject the idea of buying my books from Public even though they have a good selection, as I can't just relax and browse with the constant sound of random radio pop music busting through the speakers.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A V. 11 months ago on Google • 378 reviews
    Well hidden secret cafe at the top of the terraced building that overlooks Syntagma Square and the Greek Parliament. No need to spend an arm and a leg to go to one of the luxury hotels nearby to enjoy the views, you just need to order coffee in the coffee shop at the top of Public.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Un4giveN P. 5 months ago on Google • 104 reviews
    Amazing place,tons of books and products to browse and get,even if you don't want to buy something, it's worth going there have a look around!!!Great Job for the store but please don't try to fool people about "discounts" and Black Friday offers...we can search it up and see if you are telling the truth and it's not good for your reputation to get called out for fake prices...just saying
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Michail C. 3 months ago on Google • 55 reviews New
    I visited the coffee shop at the top floor. Menu doesn't represent the truth. Greek coffee is supposed to be served with Greek sweet ( koutaliou) they called. Never got it, and when I asked, they told me they were busy. I asked again and they told me it finished but no one informed me about that when I ordered. Its not about money. I just don't like staff to play tricks with customers . I tipped the waitress even if she didn't deserve it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tansy F. 1 year ago on Google
    A bit chaotic in layout, but then, most Greek shops are. Other than a pleasant experience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Epigramma g. 1 year ago on Google
    You cannot get a better view of Athenian Christmas illuminations than from the balcony of Public cafe. Beware though, you are not going to be alone, it's a hugely popular spot!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dimitrius M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great roof garden café at the top of the store with beautiful view of the Greek parliament building and its famous guarded unknown soldier's monument and Syntagma (Constitutional) square. The chocolate souffle is a must have...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 George N. 2 years ago on Google
    An enormous store with literally everything involving tech from mobile phones to laptops, cameras, televisions, and gaming sets. Book lovers will love its enormous collection of Greek and international books in various languages.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Julie C. 2 years ago on Google
    They lost a sale and a customer today. I spent 20 min discussing computers with a seller, including why this model is the same price as this other one, even though the specifications are much better. He gave all kinds of technical explanations, and forgot to mention that there was a 600 euros discount valid only for that day and the next. The label didn't show any mention of special offer, expiry date, normal price or anything. I would have bought it on the spot otherwise. The seller obviously didn't know... How professional is that? I showed up 2 days later, and couldn't afford the computer. Paid 10 euros of parking each time... And went away with no computer and a lot of frustration. I expected better. Good thing we found the same model much cheaper on Skroutz.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 David L. 3 years ago on Google
    Masks are required to enter! Do not waste your time. Better to shop somewhere else.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 AEK F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice coffee overlooking the Constitution, if you can sit down !! (Original) Ωραίος καφές με θέα το Σύνταγμα , αν βρείτε να καθίσετε !!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zhanna L. 2 months ago on Google • 32 reviews New
    It's a great universal store where you can get practically everything for your home and office: stationery, little home decor, all kinds of gifts. I was lucky to find a rare kind of Moleskin notebook for musical notes in this store - so happy!

  • 4/5 Tijana D. 4 months ago on Google • 26 reviews
    Huge variety of books, toys, gaming accessories and so on. The prices are fair. Great selection of books in English. The only con would be the fact there was only one cashier during holiday season, making an insanely huge waiting line.

  • 1/5 Christos S. 2 months ago on Google • 13 reviews New
    Hello everyone, This review is not specific to this store but to the whole business. Recently I placed an order from their site (specifically in 22/1/24) and one thing from the total order was from an external retailer. The rest things of the order were deliver on time but this one was delayed a few days so I decided to cancel this. The order was paid so I was waiting for a refund. 7 days later and as the refund didn’t com so I tried to communicate again with Public. They said that they will communicate with their external retailer. 5 days later the refund was still pending and I communicated again and they said the same thing. I have already communicated 6 times and they say the same thing. Today, 29/2/24 the refund has not arrived. A very very bad experience. Didn’t expect this from Public.

  • 5/5 Mark S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great store for electronic, small appliances, computers, media including vinyl. On top is a great cafe.

  • 5/5 Panagiotis S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Its very nice (Original) Είναι πολύ ωραίο

  • 2/5 SPNH2233 1 year ago on Google
    Was about to buy a smart watch there but we left empty handed. Cannot find anyone at smart watch session to get help, walked around and found employees (boys and girls) were chitchating in the corner and avoiding customers, very disappointed..... Go to Kotsovolos instead for electric items?

  • 2/5 BB Q. 1 year ago on Google
    I do not quite understand where come so many " 5 star" ratings. I have done online purchasing with Public twice. The first time, they decided to send by two batches without informing me in advance, the second batch did arrive but I was asked for additional delivery fee, which would cost more than the two books I was expecting , so I rejected and my payment for these two books never got returned, luckily that was less than 10 euro. The 2nd time, I had to purchase books for the new semester for my child, things didn't get better, my order was done by 3 batches of delivery, again without informing me. There were information on available date of each book but you never know when they will be delivered, if you are lucky, they inform you one day in advance, if not, you would be only notified 1 or 2 hrs earlier. Yes, in their stores, you could find better looking products than some other similar stores but they are much more pricy and there are hardly any serious discounts even during the sales season. Lastly, for a company of such size, they do not have hot line customer support who can speak fluent English, what a shame! I would try my best not to shop again with this company.

  • 3/5 Christina R. 1 year ago on Google
    Happy with the store, quite unhappy with the cafe on the 5th floor which tried to economize on A/C on a hot September day. Pretty unacceptable that the A/C was not strong enough to cover the whole area and we were sweating inside the place. Coffee is decent but nothing special. Service is good.

  • 3/5 lydia s. 4 years ago on Google
    It's great, although very pricey. I love that they have so many books and so many other things, but for example there are jigsaw puzzles that cost around 15-20€ and at Jumbo I can find the same ones at 5€ , so if I can find that product somewhere else, it'll be more convenient due to the price, but there are still things I can't find anywhere else, so at least I can buy the CDs that I want there, not that expensive either if it's not new. But I would advice people, not to buy any electronics at Public, unless there's no other place that sells what you're looking for.

  • 5/5 NITSA V. 4 years ago on Google
    Always happy to shop in this store. Great service, smiling faces, good prices.

  • 3/5 Alexandra S. 1 year ago on Google
    Favourite level: the BOOK store. Great selection and very helpful staff ❤ The Café upstairs offers a great view and the atmosphere is pleasant, however the food is not what I'd go for; tried it twice, and was quite disappointed. The floor with laptops and cameras is also a bit disappointing. The "assistance" I got on two occasions was either focused on talking me into buying THE most expensive camera/laptop cancelling out all other budget-friendly options available. I found that highly annoying and unprofessional. I just got unlucky with those two, I guess. I've had better service from other sales staff on that floor. Room for improvement 😊

  • 1/5 Hermes P. 1 year ago on Google
    Do not order online from them. They have huge delays, they use ACS the worst postal company in Greece. My package was ment to deliver from Athens to Athens. 4 km distance. It has been 10 days since i made the order! You get stuff from Amazon Germany delivered in the half the time . Step your game up or people will opt to shop from Amazon instead. My parcel is now stuck in pl vathis for the last 5 days.

  • 5/5 Fox M. 1 year ago on Google
    Big; mega; huge! Anything and everything you're looking for in terms of books, arts & crafts, electronics, gadgets, gaming, PC, mac, smartphones, normal phones, TV, home cinema, security cameras...you name it, Public has it. Staff are very welcoming, knowledgeable and willing to help. Public tends to be on the upper range of prices, regardless of the item. Nevertheless,If you are out and about for a buy, whether small or large, make sure that you do an on-line price comparison, especially with similar stores such as Plaisio. These two tend to cycle which one provides a certain category of products cheaper; one period is the first; another is the latter.

  • 5/5 YAFEA A. 1 year ago on Google
    Great range of electronics and books. I went there to buy a freddo cappuccino shaker for myself. Great prices too. And a huge store with 6 floors and a rooftop cafe. It's amazing. It's located at syntagma square. You won't miss it at all.

  • 4/5 Loukas I. 4 years ago on Google
    Large multi store housed in gorgeous restored classic building the heart of Athens. Ideal for all-round purchases of electronics, gaming, books and stationary. As expected, prices are much higher than your online warehouse and staff are helpful but overworked and not expert. Recommended for location and a nice browsing ride.

  • 5/5 Pigi S. 1 year ago on Google
    Has the best collection of books both in Greek and in English. Really good view if you have time to visit the cafe which is located at the roof of the building.

  • 3/5 Yiannis M. 10 months ago on Google
    Very nice building and a wide selection of products, but unfortunately too wide for the topography of the building that the store almost entirely takes up. It's a bit maze like and hard to pinpoint the products you want. On the plus side the staff is plentiful and very helpful. So better for going and asking a specific item than browsing for it, but still top selection of products.

  • 3/5 Kay R. 11 months ago on Google
    Great view. Good service and food. Good window shopping W some geek stuff like Harry Potter and mandalorian chachkis. I will go back.

  • 5/5 Slax P. 1 year ago on Google
    Public Συντάγματος is an exceptional bookstore that truly deserves a 5-star rating. This store is a book lover's paradise, with a vast selection of books on every topic imaginable, as well as a welcoming and inviting atmosphere that makes browsing and shopping a pleasure. The layout of the store is thoughtfully designed, with clear signage and well-organized shelves that make it easy to find what you're looking for. Whether you're searching for a new release, a classic work of literature, or a book on a specific topic, you're sure to find it here. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, always willing to help you find what you need or make recommendations based on your interests. In addition to books, Public Συντάγματος also offers a variety of stationery, gift items, and technology accessories, making it a one-stop shop for all your reading and lifestyle needs. The store even has a cozy café on the upper level, where you can relax with a cup of coffee or tea and read your new purchases. One of the standout features of Public Συντάγματος is its commitment to promoting Greek authors and literature. The store regularly hosts book signings, readings, and other cultural events that celebrate the rich literary tradition of Greece. Overall, Public Συντάγματος is an exceptional bookstore that is a true gem in the heart of Athens. With its vast selection, inviting atmosphere, and commitment to promoting Greek culture, it's a must-visit destination for anyone who loves books and reading.

  • 4/5 Anninos M. 1 year ago on Google
    On the roof of public syntagma, there is one café that you can go seat,relax, and enjoy your favorite drink and sweet watching the syntagma view and square from a high.

  • 5/5 Cajes 2. 3 years ago on Google
    Every possible Android phone and accessory is here. All the staff speak English.

  • 3/5 Sofia M. 3 years ago on Google
    Always too crowded with no one to help you.

  • 1/5 N.I. D. 3 years ago on Google
    Syntagma Square's Public is grossly overestimated... and expensive...

  • 2/5 Amanda L. 3 years ago on Google
    Always have to wait so long to pay.

  • 4/5 Tarvod 3 years ago on Google
    Everything here is pretty amazing, except the prices.

  • 5/5 Poly B. 3 years ago on Google
    Ah - Mazing and really let's you shop til you drop! Electronics, Media, and more at great prices!

  • 5/5 Sotiris B. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent location with reasonable prices. All the prices are slightly a higher than normal the location due to the location it certainly justifiable. Highly recommend to visit.

  • 4/5 Luisella V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Lots of choice and good prices, nice staff (Original) Molta scelta e prezzi buoni, personale gentile

  • 1/5 Aggeliki T. 3 years ago on Google
    Απατεώνες! Μακρυά!

  • 1/5 MOHAMMED TAWFIQ K. 3 years ago on Google
    No good ?

  • 5/5 Nick P. 3 years ago on Google
    Cool pace

  • 4/5 Λαμπρινή �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice rooftop cafe with panoramic views of Syntagma. The prices for the quality they offer are a bit high. (Original) Ωραίο καφέ στον τελευταίο όροφο με πανοραμική θέα του Συντάγματος. Λίγο ανεβασμένες οι τιμές για την ποιότητα που προσφέρουν.

  • 5/5 Dimitris T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I liked it very much (Original) Μου άρεσε πολύ

  • 5/5 Ermias A. 3 years ago on Google
    You can find anything i love the place i was searching Xbox 360 gmes the only place in athens they have it

  • 4/5 panagiotis g. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Service, Variety of electronic products, electronic purchase and distribution with frequent information via SMS ... In terms of prices do not differ significantly from other online stores of the kind ... (Original) Εξυπηρετηση,Ποικιλια ηλεκτρονικων προιοντων,ηλεκτρονικη αγορα και διακινηση με συχνη ενημερωση με SMS...Οσον αφορα τις τιμες δεν διαφερουν ουσιωδως απο αλλα ηλεκτρονικα καταστηματα του ειδους...

  • 5/5 Soula T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very large variety in all species !!! (Original) Πολύ μεγάλη ποικιλία σε όλα τα είδη!!!

  • 5/5 Chris Nikitas L. 2 years ago on Google
    I love the AC in there!!!! It's like entering heaven after you've been walking in the Athens hell. Of course the service friendly and helpful and there's also Starbucks at the main entrance. What else you need to ask ?

  • 1/5 Anargyros P. 2 years ago on Google
    Try to avoid shopping there. Some of the staff are rude, unprofessional and not truthful. Three employees couldn't agree about the price of an item. When they came together they would contradict each other. Fortunately one of them was good and helped resolve the matter.

  • 4/5 Evaggelos K. 3 years ago on Google
    Αφθονία ηλεκτρονικών ειδών και βιβλιων μαζί με ποιοτικη καφετερια με θεα. Πολύ καλές τιμές.

  • 2/5 Sketchy 2 years ago on Google
    Very kind but not so helpful employees. They clearly have no idea what they are talking about on the technical side and I would suggest contacting your device's manufacturer before making a move in a Public store in general. If I followed their instructions it would cost me ~€200 which I doubt they would be held accountable for.

  • 5/5 Melina X. 2 years ago on Google
    Great breakfast, excellent view...medium range prices!

  • 5/5 Dimitris T. 2 years ago on Google
    Top floor cafeteria and gaming section at - 1 are the places I often visit. Covid measures applied.

  • 1/5 ΓΙΑΝΝΗΣ �. 3 years ago on Google
    απαράδεκτοι καινούργιο προϊόν .. και δεν μου κανουν αντικατασταση.και με βάζουν να αγορασω καινούργιου

  • 5/5 Katerina G. 2 years ago on Google
    Feel so excited when visiting it ! Book section smells love for the book readers. The other departments are so well placed for the customers . Enormous amount and variety of appliances and products and a very friendly service and stuff!!!!

  • 3/5 Ulgrod 2 years ago on Google
    Great veiw from the cafe, prices are high but the food is decent. Only issue is that the people who go there chain smoke for hours over a single cup of coffee. Even though it is outside it is often powering.

  • 3/5 Anastasia 2. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice place with good coffee and food. Prices vary depending on what you choose to eat but in general are medium to high. The view of the Syntagma square is great, so you can visit it sometime.

  • 1/5 김한울 3 years ago on Google
    το προσωπικό ήταν άκρως αγενές ?

  • 1/5 Daphne 2 years ago on Google
    I unfortunately encountered a rude lady from the staff and bad costumer service. However, it turned for my good, because I went to another library and found the same book I wanted for about 10 euros less than the price in Public library.

  • 5/5 Geor_Dan 2 years ago on Google
    This is the main Public store, it has most of the available stock and if not all of it. Recommended if you are looking for something more specific.

  • 3/5 Zefy P. 1 year ago on Google
    Pricey but cozy cafe/restaurant. Some prices are just as much as a cafe in Switzerland. Good views, AC but long wait for attendance and service. I feel that this place used to be more approachable but it's now focused on a different audience that is definitely not local. Room for improvement on the wait, prices or the portion sizes.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Repair services
  • Recycling
    • ✓️ Batteries
    • ✓️ Electronics
    • ✓️ Light bulbs
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ In-store pick-up
    • ✓️ In-store shopping
    • ✓️ Same-day delivery

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