Selinia Travel Guide
Athens
Popular places to visit
Port of Piraeus
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the lively bars 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.
Lavrio Port
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Lavrio Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Acropolis Museum
This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.
Things to do
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens: Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Hard Rock Cafe Athens Dining Experience
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Top hotels in Selinia
Grand Hyatt Athens
30 min walk from the Parthenon. Great Service, comfortable room.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Stanley
Was too cold to use the pool but the view was excellent
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
This place was great. New updated rooms and close to everything ! Great staff and the food so so good. With a beautiful view ! I will stay here again
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Acropolis Magenta
Very well situated 12 minutes to the acropolis very nice rooms and everyone at the reception is very helpful!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Perfect
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
Excellent location. We were upgraded to an Acropolis view room; don’t expect that in high season. Clean spacious room, friendly service. Acropolis view from the breakfast room. Our only criticism is that there could be much better water pressure in the shower. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Selinia
Thissio
Visitors often come to Thissio for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Ancient Agora of Athens and Stoa of Attalos. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.
Neos Kosmos
The restaurants and shopping are a few things visitors like about Neos Kosmos. Check out Onassis Cultural Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Neos Kosmos Station or Kasomouli Station to get around town.
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.
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.
Makrigianni
While you're in Makrigianni, take in top sights like Acropolis Museum and jump on the metro at Akropoli 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.
