Athens City Centre Travel Guide
Athens
Visit Athens City Centre
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
This is our second stay at the Stanley. The staff is amazingly friendly and the breakfast is great. The roof top is the place to be to see the great views. Thank you to George(luggage), Dimitris(reception), Tanjia, Theodoris, Xristos at the restaurants they were wonderful. Thank you also to the Albanian ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Titania Hotel
I really enjoyed my stay this is a classic old school hotel with a modern style. Lovely place and great location
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
The breakfast was excellent. We enjoyed the view of Acropolis while having breakfast. The staff at the reception and in the breakfast room were also very friendly and helpful. The location of the hotel was great with lots of shops and restaurants around. We were able to walk to the Acropolis. There ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Everything was excellent.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
ERMASS Athens
The view out the window was unattractive. The center court had trash from the apartments above. Other than the bathroom sink stopper sticking shut, the room was clean and adequate. Pretty "shady" characters on adjacent streets, especially in the evening. Nonetheless, the location was very convenient. ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
COCO-MAT Athens BC
Breakfast was very good, typical Mediterranean food, fresh and good quality accompanied with delicious cappuccino. Location was very convenient to walk around Acropolis and Plaka. Staff were nice and helpful in all areas. Clean and very chic hotel.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
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.
