Athens City Centre Travel Guide

Athens

A classical building with columns and statues, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a clear blue sky.
Ancient ruins with columns, a bicycle, and people walking.
Ancient ruins with columns and stone structures.
A narrow street with shops on both sides, including a store with bags and accessories.
The Parthenon in Athens, Greece, with its iconic columns and ruins.

Stay near popular Athens City Centre attractions

A historic city on a hill with ancient ruins and modern buildings.

Acropolis

9.8/10 (19,146 reviews)
The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.
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Things to do

Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour

Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour

ΰΈΏ780
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip

Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip

ΰΈΏ2,256
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

ΰΈΏ1,300
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
Buckets of spices on Athens food tour

Athens Walks Food Tour: Markets, Tastings & Meals

ΰΈΏ2,512
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Athens Walks Food Tour: Markets, Tastings & Meals
Athens: Hop-on-Hop-off Bus & Cape Sounion Sunset Combo Tour

Athens: Hop-on-Hop-off Bus & Cape Sounion Sunset Combo Tour

ΰΈΏ1,718
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Athens: Hop-on-Hop-off Bus & Cape Sounion Sunset Combo Tour
Athens: Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide

Athens: Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide

ΰΈΏ994
per adult
Athens: Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide
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Top hotels in Athens City Centre

The Stanley

The Stanley

4 out of 5
1 Odisseos Str. Athens Attiki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ΰΈΏ5,328 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
ΰΈΏ5,328
ΰΈΏ6,448 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Stanley
Divani Palace Acropolis

Divani Palace Acropolis

5 out of 5
19 25 Parthenonos St Athens Attiki
The price is ΰΈΏ6,334 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
ΰΈΏ6,334
ΰΈΏ7,783 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,036 reviews)
"I loved everything about the staff and the property. This was a first class hotel we enjoyed our stay thoroughly and would definitely recommend as well as hopefully return someday."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Divani Palace Acropolis
ERMASS Athens

ERMASS Athens

31 Chalkokondili Athens Athens
The price is ΰΈΏ2,769 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
ΰΈΏ2,769
ΰΈΏ3,228 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Syntagma Square and Acropolis are located ...
ERMASS Athens
Astor Hotel Athens

Astor Hotel Athens

4 out of 5
16 Karagiorgi Servias Street Athens Attiki
The price is ΰΈΏ6,836 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
ΰΈΏ6,836
ΰΈΏ8,165 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,262 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Astor Hotel Athens
Electra Metropolis Athens

Electra Metropolis Athens

5 out of 5
15 Mitropoleos Street Athens Attiki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ΰΈΏ11,461 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
ΰΈΏ11,461
ΰΈΏ13,620 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Electra Metropolis Athens
Titania Hotel

Titania Hotel

4 out of 5
52 Panepistimiou Avenue Athens Attiki
The price is ΰΈΏ3,827 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
ΰΈΏ3,827
ΰΈΏ4,739 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"Location is perfect for downtown Athens. Roof garden for breakfast is great with awesome views. Lobby is impressive."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Titania Hotel
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Where to stay in Athens City Centre

Find the best Athens City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional cafe with outdoor seating, a signboard, and a street with pedestrians.

Plaka

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Plaka. Check out Adrianou Street or Tower of the Winds while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Akropoli Station to get around town.

Ancient ruins with columns and stone structures.

Monastiraki

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.

A grand building with classical architecture, a wide open plaza, and a busy street with light trails indicating movement.

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.

The Acropolis of Athens, including the Parthenon and other ancient ruins.

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.

A historic town with ancient ruins, a prominent castle on a hill, and a sunset sky.

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.

Athens City Centre Travel Guide