Exarcheia Travel Guide
Athens





Popular places to visit

National Archaeological Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Archaeological Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Athens. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Port of Piraeus
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Acropolis
Learn about the history of Acropolis, one of the top monuments in Athens. Discover the fascinating museums and temples 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
You can find out about the history of Athens with a trip to Parthenon. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Lavrio Port
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Lavrio Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Exarcheia

Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key
Great experience! I felt like home
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Spot Apart
The room was perfect and the staff was very nice
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

The Stanley
Everything at The Stanley was excellent. Very friendly and helpful staff. The room was clean on arrival and daily housekeeping kept up the standards. Buffet breakfast had great variety of foods. The rooftop bar, restaurant and pool has an amazing view of the city and Acropolis. There are also great ...
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Grand Hyatt Athens
Hotel was great--very easy access to everything you want to visit in athens. Meals were good, drinks fine, coffee nice! Rooms were tidy, the hotel was so quiet on a busy street--almost oddly quiet. Good place to stay
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Sofitel Athens Airport
Great location, very convenient for a late oversea arrival. 2 minutes walk directly across from luggage claim. City tram station is next to hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Athens Gate Hotel
Spotless room, amazing staff and location.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Exarcheia

Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre and Olympia Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Athens City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Athens City Centre. Top attractions like Acropolis and Syntagma Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Panepistimio Station or Syntagma Station to see more of the city.

Omonoia
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by National Theatre of Greece or Omonoia Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Omonoia Station to get around town.

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.

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.

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.
