Monastiraki
Athens
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Popular places to visit
Monastiraki Square
You can find out about the history of Athens with a trip to Monastiraki Square. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
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 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.
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
Athens: Unlimited Greece Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Skip the Line Ticket to Athens Acropolis Museum
Top hotels in Monastiraki
Athens Tower
It’s clean and located in the very strategic area where you can get anywhere easily. Staffs are very nice. Chris, the manager is very nice and excellent!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
NLH MONASTIRAKI - Neighborhood Lifestyle Hotels
Attentive staff , comfortable rooms Great location
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Eternity Athens
Bedroom, amazing. Bathroom, same. Whole hotel, so spotless. Perfect location. Outstanding breakfast. Fabulous staff in every respect. You want to stay here in old town Athens!!! Had a fabulous vacation at this hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Attalos Hotel
Rooms are a little dated. There are rooms which are "newer" than others. BUT, this did not negatively impact our experience there. The staff were excellent and went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. The hotel is in a prime location with only needing to walk a maximum of 30 mins to any/all ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Pure Hotel by Athens Prime Hotels
Amazing room, so clean! Love the outdoor bath so relaxing at night! A great stay! We will be back
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hellenic Vibes Smart Hotel
Great location! Walking distance to all the tourist attractions, in the centre of Monastiraki. The rooms were very modern and clean. The staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Monastiraki
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.
Thissio
Visitors often come to Thissio for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Ancient Agora of Athens and Monastiraki Flea Market. 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.
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.
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.
Omonoia
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by National Theatre of Greece or Omonoia Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Omonoia Station to get around town.
Monastiraki
- Ermou Street
- Kolokotroni
- Church of Panagia Kapnikarea
- Little Kook
- Mars HIll
- Port of Piraeus
- Syntagma Square
- Rafina Port
- Acropolis Museum
- Monastiraki Flea Market
- Glyfada's Second Beach
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- Spyros Louis Olympic Stadium
- Kavouri Beach
- Marathon Beach
- Factory Outlet Airport
