Plaka Travel Guide
Athens
Popular places to visit
Roman Agora
Find out about the history of Athens when you spend time at Roman Agora. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Adrianou Street
During your trip to Athens, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Adrianou Street. While in this walkable area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.
Tower of the Winds
You can find out about the history of Athens when you stop by Tower of the Winds. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens
Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens is just one of the places to see in Athens, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's temples or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in Plaka
Athens Gate Hotel
This is my third time staying here and it was just as great as before. Clean rooms, friendly staff, excellent restaurant
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Electra Palace Athens
Big room and beautiful views
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Electra Metropolis Athens
Loved Electra !! Highly recommend it in Athens !!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Palladian Home
Amazing location
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Plaka Hotel
Very helpful and accommodating…and such a comfy bed!!! Could not have asked for a better location… HIGHLY recommend
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
101 Adrianou Luxury Urban Stay
Great
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Plaka
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.
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.
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.
Koukaki
Visitors to Koukaki love its fascinating museums, and you can check out Acropolis Museum and Emotions Museum of Childhood. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Akropoli Station.
Monastiraki
Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Monastiraki Square and Ermou Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.
Kynosargous
Even though there aren't top sights in Kynosargous, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Acropolis. Jump on the metro at Leoforos Vouliagmenis Station to see more of the city.
