Athens City Centre
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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.

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

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

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

Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

Athens: Unlimited Greece Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Top hotels in Athens City Centre

The Stanley
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Astor Hotel Athens
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Ermass Modern Living Apartments
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Royal Olympic Hotel
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

NYX Esperia Palace Hotel Athens
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Titania Hotel
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025
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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.

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.

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

Monastiraki
Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.

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.