Athens City Centre Travel Guide

Athens
Athens which includes a city, night scenes and heritage elements

Popular places to visit

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Acropolis

4.5/5(314 reviews)

The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

Acropolis
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Syntagma Square

4/5(261 reviews)

This square was built in ancient times and remains at the center of political and social activity in modern Athens.

Syntagma Square
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Parthenon

4.5/5(410 reviews)

Step back in time and explore the ancient myths etched into the walls of the largest Doric temple in Greece, originally dedicated to the warrior goddess Athena.

Parthenon
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Acropolis Museum

4.5/5(331 reviews)

This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.

Acropolis Museum
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Temple of Olympian Zeus

4.5/5(388 reviews)

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

Temple of Olympian Zeus
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Monastiraki Flea Market

4/5(352 reviews)

Find souvenirs, collectables, and one-of-a-kind trinkets at this eclectic group of antique shops, tavernas and outdoor vendors.

Monastiraki Flea Market

Things to do

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City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

฿878
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket

฿3,399
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
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Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included

฿3,399
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included
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Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Tour

฿2,139
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Tour
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Skip-the-Line Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum

฿2,368
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
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Athens Electric/Regular Bike Tour+Optional Acropolis Guided Visit

฿1,337
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Athens Electric/Regular Bike Tour+Optional Acropolis Guided Visit
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Top hotels in Athens City Centre

The Stanley
The Stanley
4 out of 5
1 Odisseos Str., Athens, Attiki
The price is ฿4,859 per night from 6 May to 7 May
฿4,859
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,067 reviews)
"The entire staff is outstanding. They were personable and explained the fees, check and check out processs and dining options very well. Gave great recommendations for anything by I asked about. Roof top dining and pool areas were comfortable. Would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

The Stanley
Wyndham Grand Athens
Wyndham Grand Athens
5 out of 5
2, Megalou Alexandrou St., Athens
The price is ฿6,012 per night from 5 May to 6 May
฿6,012
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"I read reviews parking fee. Parking is 15 euros a day and they park your car down an elevator in the basement. So I took my car back to rental company easier to walk around than rent and use the car. Driving terrible in Athens and hard to find parking deck at hotel"

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Wyndham Grand Athens
Electra Hotel Athens
Electra Hotel Athens
4 out of 5
5 Ermou Street, Athens, Attiki
The price is ฿7,865 per night from 4 May to 5 May
฿7,865
per night
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (575 reviews)
"The staff here was amazing and very helpful in planning activities during our stay. The hotel is in the middle of a shopping street which is amazing for anyone who is looking to shop while in athens. Finally it is super close to all bus lines and was very convenient walk away from most markets."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

Electra Hotel Athens
Royal Olympic Hotel
Royal Olympic Hotel
5 out of 5
28-34 Athanasiou Diakou Str, Athens, Attiki
The price is ฿7,166 per night from 6 May to 7 May
฿7,166
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (999 reviews)
Family trip to Athens.
"Very pleasant hotel with a fantastic location. Very close to the Plaka and Acropolis and next to the Temple of Zeus. Rooftop bar and restaurant has great views of the city and you will have breakfast there. Only criticism is that the bedrooms are a bit faded. Communal areas are sparking."

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2024

Royal Olympic Hotel
Athens Gate Hotel
Athens Gate Hotel
4 out of 5
10 Syngrou Avenue, Athens, Attiki
The price is ฿8,494 per night from 22 May to 23 May
฿8,494
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,394 reviews)
"The hotel is at a central location near the Acropolis. The room is smallish but we'll updated and the staff is wonderful. The rooftop restaurant has the best view of the Acropolis."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Athens Gate Hotel
Athens Tower Hotel by Palladian Hotels
Athens Tower Hotel by Palladian Hotels
4 out of 5
Athinas 2, Ermou 78, Athens, Attiki
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The price is ฿5,924 per night from 13 May to 14 May
฿5,924
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (694 reviews)
"Breakfast was nice, family room was big"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2024

Athens Tower Hotel by Palladian Hotels
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Other neighbourhoods around Athens City Centre

Syntagma Square which includes a city

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.

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Psirri

3.5/5(67 area reviews)

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.

Psirri
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Monastiraki

4.5/5(90 area reviews)

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.

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Exarcheia

3.5/5(37 area reviews)

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.

Exarcheia
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Kolonaki

4.5/5(71 area reviews)

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.

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Omonoia

3/5(97 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Omonoia Square or National Theatre of Greece while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Omonoia Station to get around town.

Omonoia

Athens City Centre Travel Guide