Visit Metaxourgeio
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.
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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Athens: Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide
Hard Rock Cafe Athens Dining Experience
Top hotels in Metaxourgeio
The Stanley
The rooftop restaurant and bar was a wonderful setting for the great variety of breakfast food and for cocktails in the evening with views of the Parthenon. The pool was too cold to really enjoy when we were there.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Wyndham Grand Athens
This is a large hotel that services conferences, cruise shipsand couples like us. It is well run and and the rooms are spacious enough. There are a few very good dining options very near by too. While the area might be scruffy to some we walked around it and found it interesting. Also there is a ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Wyndham Athens Residence
excellant
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Athens Mosaico Suites and Apartments
Very clean and comfortable apartment room. Good beds, sheets and towels. Easily big enough for a couple or a family of 4. Pool has amazing views. Easy to get the metro to the sites of interest … only a few stops to the Acropolis for example. Plus very good value for my money.
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Novus City Hotel
Good for short stays!
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Elevate Athens
It’s a one floor apartment u need a code to go in and out very new very clean. I was very pleased
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Metaxourgeio
Omonoia
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Omonoia Square or National Theatre of Greece while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Omonoia Station to get around town.
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.
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.
Thissio
Visitors often come to Thissio for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Temple of Hephaestos and Ancient Agora of Athens. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.
Athens City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Athens City Centre. Top attractions like Syntagma Square and Acropolis are major draws. Catch the metro at Panepistimio Station or Syntagma Station to see more of the city.
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.
