Athens City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Athens featuring a city, heritage elements and night scenes

Popular places to visit

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Acropolis

4.5/5(113 reviews)

The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.

Acropolis
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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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Parthenon

4.5/5(174 reviews)

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.

Parthenon
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Acropolis Museum

4.5/5(144 reviews)

This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.

Acropolis Museum
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Temple of Olympian Zeus

4.5/5(150 reviews)

Pay homage to the father of the gods at this famous Athens landmark which took seven hundred years to build.

Temple of Olympian Zeus
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Ancient Agora of Athens

4.5/5(120 reviews)

Breathe the atmosphere of a bygone age in the historic commercial and social heart of Athens.

Ancient Agora of Athens

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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Skip-the-Line Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum

AU$102
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
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Athens Electric/Regular Bike Tour+Optional Acropolis Guided Visit

AU$57
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Athens Electric/Regular Bike Tour+Optional Acropolis Guided Visit
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Our pick of the best Athens City Centre Hotel Deals

Athens Tower Hotel by Palladian Hotels
Athens Tower Hotel by Palladian Hotels
4 out of 5
Athinas 2, Ermou 78, Athens, Attiki
The price is AU$189 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
AU$189
per night
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (687 reviews)
"The hotel has an outstanding view of the Acropolis from room 509. It's across the street to Monastriaki Square and Metro station. We booked a Junior suite with Acropolis view and it was very nice with modern fixtures and a sofa. The square below can get a little noisy with music in the evenings but ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Athens Tower Hotel by Palladian Hotels
The Stanley
The Stanley
4 out of 5
1 Odisseos Str., Athens, Attiki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$230 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$230
per night
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,054 reviews)
"Excellent choice in Athens"

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

The Stanley
Wyndham Grand Athens
Wyndham Grand Athens
5 out of 5
2, Megalou Alexandrou St., Athens
The price is AU$218 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$218
per night
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Very accessible next to a metro station. Large hotel with friendly staff. Large, well appointed rooms."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2024

Wyndham Grand Athens
Electra Hotel Athens
Electra Hotel Athens
4 out of 5
5 Ermou Street, Athens, Attiki
The price is AU$352 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
AU$352
per night
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly 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! (571 reviews)
"Excellent location at the center of Athens close to Syntagma Square. Excellent staff and service. Wonderful breakfasts! The Elektra exceeded our expectations."

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2024

Electra Hotel Athens
Athens Gate Hotel
Athens Gate Hotel
4 out of 5
10 Syngrou Avenue, Athens, Attiki
The price is AU$401 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$401
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,380 reviews)
"Of course the location of this hotel is great; the view outstanding; the breakfast buffet was delicious. Staff was very friendly."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Athens Gate Hotel
Electra Palace Athens
Electra Palace Athens
5 out of 5
18 - 20 N Nikodimou Street, Athens, Attiki
Fully refundable
The price is AU$583 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$583
per night
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Staff was great. We checked in a bit early with no problems and even received a free room upgrade. They helped us arrange a cab to the airport and gave great tourist info. Their rooftop restaurant has amazing views of the acropolis and their breakfast there rivals the view."

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Athens City Centre

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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.

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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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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.

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Exarcheia

3.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

Exarcheia
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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.

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Omonoia

3/5(30 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Omonoia Square or National Theatre of Greece while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Omonoia Station to get around town.

Omonoia

Athens City Centre Travel Guide

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