Dafni 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
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Athens: Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide
Hard Rock Cafe Athens Dining Experience
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Top hotels in Dafni
Sofitel Athens Airport
Rooftop Pool - In Door - Exceptional - If you like to swim, you must try it. The hotel is wonderful in every way, and so easy if you are catching a flight - just walk over to the terminal.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
The Stanley
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Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
The room was clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
We had a really nice stay at Hotel Astor in Athens. The staff were warm and welcoming, which made a big difference. The location is super convenient—you can easily walk to places like the Acropolis and Plaka. The highlight for us was definitely the breakfast—great spread, fresh food, and lots of ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Excellent location, service - and the hotel has been fully renovated!
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
President Hotel Athens
Average
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dafni
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
