Athens City Centre Travel Guide

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

Popular places to visit

Image for Acropolis

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
Image for Syntagma Square

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
Image for Parthenon

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
Image for Acropolis Museum

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
Image for Temple of Olympian Zeus

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
Image for Monastiraki Flea Market

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

Image for City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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
Image for Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket

Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket

฿3,781
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Image for Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included

Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included

฿3,399
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included
Image for Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens

Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens

฿2,101
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens
Image for Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Tour

Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Tour

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

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
See all activities in Athens

Top hotels in Athens City Centre

Novotel Athenes
Novotel Athenes
4 out of 5
4-6 Michail Voda Street, Athens, Attiki
The price is ฿4,277 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
฿4,277
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (992 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful and welcoming. Rooms were clean. Breakfast was lovely. Hotel was really handy for main railway /metro station giving easy access to the whole network."

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2024

Novotel Athenes
The Stanley
The Stanley
4 out of 5
1 Odisseos Str., Athens, Attiki
The price is ฿5,884 per night from 27 May to 28 May
฿5,884
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,136 reviews)
"The Stanley was modern and chic. Staff was friendly, breakfast was AWESOME. Loved the view of the Acropolis. I highly recommend NOT choosing the city view, rather the Acropolis view for your hotel room. The city view overlooked a bunch of run down grafittied buildings. Close to museums, Acropolis, ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

The Stanley
Wyndham Grand Athens
Wyndham Grand Athens
5 out of 5
2, Megalou Alexandrou St., Athens
The price is ฿7,242 per night from 30 May to 31 May
฿7,242
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great spacious rooms."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Wyndham Grand Athens
Electra Hotel Athens
Electra Hotel Athens
4 out of 5
5 Ermou Street, Athens, Attiki
The price is ฿8,148 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿8,148
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (590 reviews)
"We loved the hotel because it was convenient to everything. Shopping, restaurants and transportation. The view of the Parthenon was spectacular and the staff was very accommodating."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Electra Hotel Athens
Royal Olympic Hotel
Royal Olympic Hotel
5 out of 5
28-34 Athanasiou Diakou Str, Athens, Attiki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,138 per night from 26 May to 27 May
฿7,138
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the rooftop restaurant, inside room with no window was very dated in decor"

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Royal Olympic Hotel
Divani Palace Acropolis
Divani Palace Acropolis
5 out of 5
19 25 Parthenonos St, Athens, Attiki
The price is ฿9,674 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿9,674
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"We loved The Divani. Breakfast was yummy with a large selection. View of the Acropolis was amazing. Walkable to bus, shopping and restaurants. The hotel was truly beautiful!"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Divani Palace Acropolis
See all 3,763 properties in Athens City Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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.

Syntagma
Default Image

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
Athens which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and building ruins

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.

Monastiraki
Default Image

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
Mount Lycabettus which includes mountains and a city

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.

Kolonaki
Default Image

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