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 acclaimed art galleries 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
Grand Hyatt Athens
The hotel location is not as centralised to Athens central, eg Acropolis and need a bus to get there. The room service did not replace utensils (spoons) that were taken from our room and when we asked from the chamber maid, she asked us to contact room service directly. We were too lazy to do so ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Stanley
Awesome place !
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Great location, clean rooms, friendly staff
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Acropolis Magenta
We had a good stay at the hotel, but the only problem they were cleaning the rooms every two night, which was kind of inconvenient. Staff was nice and pleasant and very helpful. They don’t have a breakfast service on the Property site but you can order breakfast from the company they contract was ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Clean and well equipped. Friendly staff. Best location for travellers
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Good staff; very courteous. We’ve stayed here before 8 years ago and loved it. The street facing rooms at the side can be a bit noisy - especially if you need to open the window to cool down, as the air conditioning only heats the air in February; it’s the same elsewhere too in Athens. We love the ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thissio
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.
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.
Koukaki
Visitors to Koukaki love its fascinating museums, and you can check out Acropolis Museum and Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Akropoli Station.
