Athens City Centre Travel Guide

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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
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

ΰΈΏ1,070
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Buckets of spices on Athens food tour

Athens Walks Food Tour: Markets, Tastings & Meals

ΰΈΏ2,790
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

ΰΈΏ1,720
per adult
94% 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
Hard Rock Cafe Dining with Priority Seating

Hard Rock Cafe Athens Dining Experience

ΰΈΏ952
per traveller
82% of travellers recommend
Hard Rock Cafe Athens Dining Experience
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Top hotels in Athens City Centre

The Stanley

The Stanley

4 out of 5
1 Odisseos Str. Athens Attiki
The price is ΰΈΏ5,721 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
ΰΈΏ5,721
ΰΈΏ6,899 total
8 Aug - 9 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 ΰΈΏ6,399 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
ΰΈΏ6,399
ΰΈΏ7,863 total
19 Aug - 20 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! (1,005 reviews)
"Property was great. Very clean, very close to sightseeing."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Divani Palace Acropolis
Astor Hotel Athens

Astor Hotel Athens

4 out of 5
16 Karagiorgi Servias Street Athens Attiki
The price is ΰΈΏ5,214 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
ΰΈΏ5,214
ΰΈΏ6,321 total
10 Aug - 11 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! (1,208 reviews)
"Highly recommended. Ideal location, easy to get to/from the airport by train and a few meters walk to direct bus for the airport Staff extremely polite and helpful. Stunning views of the Acropolis from the rooftop bar/restaurant. Couldn’t ask for anything more and will certainly stay there ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Astor Hotel Athens
Electra Metropolis Athens

Electra Metropolis Athens

5 out of 5
15 Mitropoleos Street Athens Attiki
The price is ΰΈΏ11,951 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
ΰΈΏ11,951
ΰΈΏ14,184 total
10 Aug - 11 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
ERMASS Athens

ERMASS Athens

31 Chalkokondili Athens Athens
The price is ΰΈΏ2,694 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
ΰΈΏ2,694
ΰΈΏ3,144 total
9 Aug - 10 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
Titania Hotel

Titania Hotel

4 out of 5
52 Panepistimiou Avenue Athens Attiki
The price is ΰΈΏ3,882 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
ΰΈΏ3,882
ΰΈΏ4,805 total
16 Aug - 17 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 ...
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 Roman Agora 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 Monastiraki Square and Ermou Street, 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 Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum. 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