Athens City Centre
Athens
Visit Athens City Centre
Popular places to visit
Acropolis
The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.
Syntagma Square
This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.
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 stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
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
This lively area of shops, stalls and eateries is a dream come true for lovers of fun, food and fashion.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Top hotels in Athens City Centre
The Stanley
Hotel was clean and very convenient with a metro stop out front. The cafe on the street was also very nice and we stopped there every morning. Staff at the lobby were friendly and very helpful. The only thing we didn’t enjoy was the food at the restaurant. I had the ribeye one night and the filet ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Titania Hotel
Great breakfast. Clean rooms. Helpful staff.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
Highly recommended for anyone looking for comfort, excellent service and location.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Excellent hotel. Friendly, professional helpful staff - ALL! And the view from the top-floor garden bar is stunning! Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
COCO-MAT Athens BC
Breakfast was the best we had while traveling in Europe.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
ERMASS Athens
The area was slightly questionable but in hindsight it was five. The location was very central with shoppes a short walk away. Tonsssssssssss of places to eat especially late night! The room was exceptionally clean. I had a king bed, tv, microwave, mini fridge. The bathroom was clean. The housekeepers ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
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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.
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 Monastiraki Square and Ermou Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.
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.
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.
