Thissio Travel Guide
Athens
Popular places to visit
Stoa of Attalos
Find out about the history of Athens when you spend time at Stoa of Attalos. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Temple of Hephaestos
Find out about the history of Athens when you take a trip to Temple of Hephaestos. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Pnyx
You can find out about the history of Athens with a trip to Pnyx. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Port of Piraeus
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the lively bars 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 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.
Top hotels in Thissio
Sofitel Athens Airport
Expensive for a very basic room.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
The Stanley
The room was clean, however the first weekend we stayed before going to Santorini we didn’t have air conditioning which sucked. But when we came back the air conditioning was working and the second stay was much more enjoyable. The staff was super welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was very good with ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Rooms were very clean, a great size / space and well equipped. Breakfast was great, plenty of options and time to enjoy. Staff at the hotel were excellent
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
Very clean location are so convenient lots of stores around
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Great location. Great staff. Great food.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
President Hotel Athens
Average
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thissio
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.
Anafiotika
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Anafiotika. A stop by Acropolis Museum or Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum might round out your trip.
Plaka
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Plaka. Check out Adrianou Street or Roman Agora while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Akropoli Station to get around town.
Makrigianni
While you're in Makrigianni, take in top sights like Acropolis Museum and jump on the metro at Akropoli Station to see more of the city.
Petralona
Be sure to check out the monuments and historical sites while you're strolling through Petralona, and hop on the metro at Petralona Station to see more of the surrounding area.
