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.
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.
Monastiraki Flea Market
Find souvenirs, collectables, and one-of-a-kind trinkets at this eclectic group of antique shops, tavernas and outdoor vendors.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Full-Day V.R audio guided Tour
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens: Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology Ticket
Top hotels in Athens City Centre
The Stanley
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
Divani Palace Acropolis
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
Electra Metropolis Athens
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025
Royal Olympic Hotel
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
Novotel Athenes
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
Athens Tiare by Mage Hotels
Reviewed on 8 Aug 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.
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.
Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre and Olympia Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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Hotels Near Athens City Centre, Athens
- Plaka Hotels
- Monastiraki Hotels
- Syntagma Hotels
- Kolonaki Hotels
- Psirri Hotels
- Koukaki Hotels
- Makrigianni Hotels
- Thissio Hotels
- Anafiotika Hotels
- Omonoia Hotels
- Exarcheia Hotels
- Kynosargous Hotels
- Hilton Hotels
- Neos Kosmos Hotels
- Pangrati Hotels
- Neapoli Hotels
- Petralona Hotels
- Gazi Hotels
- Ilisia Hotels
- Metaxourgeio Hotels