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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Pay homage to the father of the gods at this famous Athens landmark which took seven hundred years to build.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers
Top hotels in Athens City Centre
The Stanley
Comfortable room with convenient wetroom style bathroom. Good shower, comfortable bed. The staff were polite and helpful, and the cost was very reasonable.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Great hotel. Excellent service. Killer rooftop bar with dramatic view of Parthenon.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Electra Palace Athens
Fab view.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Hotel was just okay. Staff was polite, rooms remained cleaned and breakfast was great! However, room was very tight leaving minimal room for suitcases and storage.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Acropolis Magenta
Location of the hotel was convenient. Close to the Acropolis and many different bars and restaurants. Rooms were clean and spacious. The hotel was in the the process of being renovated so it was loud occasionally but overall would stay there again
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
The Pinnacle Athens
It was very comfortable very nice cozy room We Had a lovely two days stay Thank you
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
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.
