Athens City Centre Travel Guide
Athens
Visit Athens City Centre
Popular places to visit
Acropolis
The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.
Syntagma Square
This square was built in ancient times and remains at the center of political and social activity in modern Athens.
Parthenon
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.
Acropolis Museum
This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.
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.
Things to do
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Athens: Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Hard Rock Cafe Athens Dining Experience
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Athens: Acropolis Entry Ticket with optional self-guided audio tour
Top hotels in Athens City Centre
The Stanley
The room was spotless and the housekeepers were so friendly and polite. Always available to accommodate our needs.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Athens Gate Hotel
The room was so clean and the bed were so comfortable! Every day we stayed here was fantastic. The staff was amazing the reception staff so helpful with all of our questions and instructions. The breakfast and the VIEW from the restaurant was absolutely stunning and breakfast buffet style. Loved ...
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Electra Rhythm Athens
Clean, nice, central
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Electra Metropolis Athens
It’s was good
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Electra Palace Athens
Excellent location, great staff, wonderful rooftop breakfast. The room could do with some renovation.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Royal Olympic Hotel
Need to be more modern.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
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, Olympia Theatre and Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
