Popular places to visit

Port of Piraeus
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the top-notch restaurants 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.

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.
Activities

Awesome Street Art Tour in Athens with a Local Expert Small-Group

Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Our pick of the best Gazi Hotel Deals

Grand Hyatt Athens
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

The Stanley
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Sofitel Athens Airport
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Athenaeum InterContinental by IHG
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Astor Hotel Athens
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Ramada by Wyndham , Athens Club Attica Riviera
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gazi

Thissio
Visitors often come to Thissio for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Temple of Hephaestos and Ancient Agora of Athens. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.

Petralona
Be sure to check out the monuments and historical sites while you're strolling through Petralona, and hop on the metro at Petralona Station to see more of the surrounding area.

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.

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.

Omonoia
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.

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.