Syntagma Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Syntagma Square featuring a city

Popular places to visit

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Syntagma Square

4/5(97 reviews)

This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.

Syntagma Square
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Hellenic Parliament

4.5/5(100 reviews)

After visiting Hellenic Parliament, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Athens. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and temples.

Hellenic Parliament
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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

4/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Athens when you stop by Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
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Pallas Theater

Enjoy a show at Pallas Theater, a popular theatre in Athens. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Pallas Theater
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St Paul's Anglican Church

You can find out about the history of Athens when you stop by St Paul's Anglican Church. Make time to visit the area's temples or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

St Paul's Anglican Church
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Numismatic Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Numismatic Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Athens. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Numismatic Museum

Activities

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City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$38
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Transfer from/to Piraeus Port and Athens city centre hotel

AU$62
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Transfer from/to Piraeus Port and Athens city centre hotel
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Best Seller: Semi-Private Athens Morning Food Tour (15+ tastings)

AU$129
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Seller: Semi-Private Athens Morning Food Tour (15+ tastings)
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Small Group, Delicious Athens Food Tour

AU$110
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Small Group, Delicious Athens Food Tour
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Athens: Wine Tasting with a Sommelier under the Acropolis

AU$90
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Athens: Wine Tasting with a Sommelier under the Acropolis
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Athens: 48-hour Hop On Hop Off Bus Ticket & Acropolis Entry

AU$80
Per adult
Athens: 48-hour Hop On Hop Off Bus Ticket & Acropolis Entry
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Our pick of the best Syntagma Hotel Deals

Amalia Hotel Athens
Amalia Hotel Athens
4 out of 5
10 Amalias Avenue, Athens, Attiki
The price is AU$299 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
AU$299
per night
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (970 reviews)
"Excellent staff"

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

Amalia Hotel Athens
Electra Metropolis Athens
Electra Metropolis Athens
5 out of 5
15 Mitropoleos Street, Athens, Attiki
The price is AU$684 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
AU$684
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"The property was beautiful, but the view from the roof top bar and restaurant was breathtaking!"

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2024

Electra Metropolis Athens
Electra Hotel Athens
Electra Hotel Athens
4 out of 5
5 Ermou Street, Athens, Attiki
The price is AU$358 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
AU$358
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (604 reviews)
"Location! Location! Location! for the first time visitor to Athens this the hotel to stay in to access Monstraki square and the rest of Plaka including the Acropolis/Parthenon. The location on Ermou street is in proximity to dozens of dining options and the best gateway to Plaka center. Ermou street ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2024

Electra Hotel Athens
Elia Ermou Athens Hotel
Elia Ermou Athens Hotel
4 out of 5
15-17 Ermou, Athens, Atikki
The price is AU$321 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
AU$321
per night
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (998 reviews)
"Very modern, clean hotel in heart of Athens shopping area - bustling with cafes, locals and tourists. I picked this hotel because of its fabulous Acropolis view from the 7th floor bar/restaurant. Great breakfast, too."

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2024

Elia Ermou Athens Hotel
King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
5 out of 5
3 Vasileos Georgiou A' Street, Syntagma Square, Athens, Attiki
The price is AU$1,042 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
AU$1,042
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Syntagma Square and Acropolis ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (472 reviews)
"The reception,the comcierge and the bellboy all amazingly helpful. We came for the coldplaynconcert and the city was overpacked everything chaotic and despite the mess they were super helpful to organize our restaurants as well as transportation for the concert and the airport. Cleo at the reception ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2024

King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
5 out of 5
1 Vasileos Georgiou A' str., Syntagma Square, Athens, Attiki
The price is AU$1,521 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
AU$1,521
per night
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (715 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2024

Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
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Other neighbourhoods around Syntagma

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Athens City Centre

4.5/5(261 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Athens City Centre. Top attractions like Acropolis and Syntagma Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Panepistimio Station or Syntagma Station to see more of the city.

Athens City Centre
Plaka featuring street scenes, night scenes and dining out

Plaka

4.5/5(82 area reviews)

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.

Plaka
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Monastiraki

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

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.

Monastiraki
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Kolonaki

5/5(27 area reviews)

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.

Kolonaki
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Psirri

3.5/5(35 area reviews)

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.

Psirri
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Makrigianni

While you're in Makrigianni, take in top sights like Acropolis Museum and jump on the metro at Akropoli Station to see more of the city.

Makrigianni

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