Makrigianni Travel Guide
Athens
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Popular places to visit
Acropolis Museum
This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.
Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies
You can browse the exhibits at Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Port of Piraeus
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
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 Makrigianni
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
Divani Palace Acropolis
Excellent stay in the middle of Athens. Fantastic room, friendly staff and and overall incredible stay.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Athens Studios
Staff is helpful
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
COCO-MAT Athens BC
Excellent bed, clean room and great location away from the very busy streets of Ermou, yet just a 15min walk away from the busy centre. The staff were very polite and the breakfast was good too, particularly the egg menu.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Herodion Athens
Great hotel! There was an awesome bistro next door and the bar restaurant downstairs was great. Would definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Acropolis View Hotel
Great vacation, airline ita great, acropolis view hotel the best, great customer service, location, and places to eat. Next time longer visit
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Makrigianni
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.
Koukaki
Visitors to Koukaki love its fascinating museums, and you can check out Acropolis Museum and Emotions Museum of Childhood. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Akropoli Station.
Kynosargous
Even though there aren't top sights in Kynosargous, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Acropolis. Jump on the metro at Leoforos Vouliagmenis Station to see more of the 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.
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.
