Schinias Travel Guide
Athens
Popular places to visit

Port of Piraeus
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the top-notch restaurants 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.

Glyfada's Second Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Glyfada's Second Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Glyfada. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do

Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour

Athens: Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide

Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

The Original - Greek Food tour of Athens

Skip the Line Ticket to Athens Acropolis Museum
Top hotels in Schinias

Sofitel Athens Airport
Clean and comfortable accommodations, great staff, convenient location.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Athens Attica Av. Airport West by IHG
Clean, kind, courteous
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

NYX Esperia Palace Hotel Athens
Excellent newer hotel in the heart of Athens, highly recommended! Be loved everything about us stay here, but the breakfast was the highlight. The views from the ninth floor restaurant where breakfast is served are stunning, directly looking at the Acropolis. The food is well presented and yummy, ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

President Hotel Athens
Very nice
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Zeus Dolce by Wyndham Athens
Excellent
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Novotel Athenes
Very nice
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Schinias

Nea Makri
Nea Makri is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Marathon Beach or Monastery of Saint Ephraim while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Porto Rafti
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Porto Rafti. You might want to make time for a stop at Erotospiliá or Agios Spyridonas Beach.

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.

Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre and Olympia Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Pangrati
You'll enjoy the cafes and gardens in Pangrati. You might want to make time for a stop at Goulandris Museum of Modern Art or Museum of Greek Scouting.
