Athens City Centre Travel Guide
Athens
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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 fascinating museums.
Ermou Street
During your trip to Athens, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ermou Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars 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
Breakfast was amazing! The rooms are clean, but some areas of the rooms are very load the street over has a nightclub, and you can hear it very clearly when your windows are closed. Luckily, we asked to switch rooms and didn't have a problem afterwards
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Excellent breakfast amazing view and location and clean.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
The breakfast was delicious and a beautiful view.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Electra Palace Athens
It was a pleasure to stay there.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Breakfast was very good and the views from the roof breakfast restaurant made this well worth staying here. The rooms were small and very average.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Acropolis Magenta
Excellent location close to the Acropolis and Plaka shopping. Very modern and spacious rooms.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 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.
