Monastiraki Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Monastiraki
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.
Activities
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
Athens: Acropolis Entry Ticket with optional self-guided audio tour
The Original - Greek Food tour of Athens
Skip the Line Ticket to Athens Acropolis Museum
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Our pick of the best Monastiraki Hotel Deals
Athens Tower
Really lovely stay, the view from our room was incredible
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
NLH MONASTIRAKI - Neighborhood Lifestyle Hotels
Loved, loved, loved this hotel. The room was fantastic. Super clean. Loved the morning breakfast. In the perfect location. Central to everything via walking (except airport and cruise port). I would without hesitation stay here again. The staff was super friendly. And the icing on the cake was the ...
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Eternity Athens
Wonderful staff, beautiful room, and breakfast was out of this world the best ever!
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Attalos Hotel
Truly nice staff and wonderful breakfast. The rooms are not glamorous but there is everything you need. Very good shower. Really close to acropolis and subway. The real star is the rooftop patio with its views of acropolis.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hellenic Vibes Smart Hotel
We really enjoyed this hotel. The staff was friendly and helpful. Our room was spacious and very nicely laid out. Even though we were on the first floor next to a busy road, we were not bothered by the noise. The breakfast was high quality and with a lot of good choices. The location was terrific, ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Pure Hotel by Athens Prime Hotels
Rooms are slightly small but clean and adequate. Close walking distance to two metro stations plus the airport bus stop. Good breakfast options.
Reviewed on 19 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.
