Athens City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Acropolis
Learn about the history of Acropolis, one of the top monuments in Athens. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Syntagma Square
Learn about the history of Syntagma Square, one of the top monuments in Athens. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Parthenon
Find out about the history of Parthenon, a well-known monument in Athens. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Acropolis Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Acropolis Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Ermou Street
During your trip to Athens, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ermou Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Monastiraki Flea Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Monastiraki Flea Market during your stay in Athens. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Top hotels in Athens City Centre
The Stanley
Check in initially went well. We were told we were given a room upgrade. The room was definitely not an upgrade!! The floor was under construction and the noise level was extremely loud! A lot of hammering and drilling. When we inquired how long the noise would continue, we were told it was from ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Electra Metropolis is a very solid choice in Athens, and I would stay here again, primarily for its excellent location. The hotel is perfectly positioned in Syntagma, making it incredibly easy to walk to most major sites, restaurants, and shopping areas. For a short city break, this level of convenience ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Titania Hotel
Overall great hotel and wonderful lobby and friendly staff. Sitting on rooftop having breakfast with view of acropolis was amazing. The breakfast itself was plentiful and varied, but refilling could have been a bit quicker. Imagine it would be extremely busy at peak times (we went off peak) and not ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
Did not have
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
ERMASS Athens
Clean room, staff helpful, kitchenette lowers the price of our vacation and we put it into our excursions. Near many touristic spots.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
COCO-MAT Athens BC
I chose this hotel based on location. I found the pool woukd be closed after booking.. Expedia shouid update the profile. Nevertheless, I was very pleased with the location, the huge breakfast selections (on top of which one can ask for made to order additional egg dishes), the room, the spa, etc. ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Athens City Centre
Syntagma
While you're in Syntagma, take in top sights like Syntagma Square and jump on the metro at Syntagma Station to see more of the city.
Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre and Olympia Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Monastiraki
Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.
Psirri
Psirri is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Athens Central Market or Omonoia Square.
Exarcheia
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Exarcheia. A stop by National Archaeological Museum or Epigraphical Museum might round out your trip.
Kolonaki
Spend some time visiting places like Benaki Museum while getting to know Kolonaki, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Aristippou Station or Evangelismos Station to see more of the area.
