Monastiraki Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Port of Piraeus

4/5(40 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Port of Piraeus
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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

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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The Original - Greek Food tour of Athens

AU$113
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
The Original - Greek Food tour of Athens
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Cape Sounion Majestic Sunset Tour from Athens

AU$77
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Cape Sounion Majestic Sunset Tour from Athens
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Explore the Acropolis & Museum Private Tour with a Local Guide

AU$470
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Explore the Acropolis & Museum Private Tour with a Local Guide
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Athens Evening Food Tour

AU$111
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Athens Evening Food Tour
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Athens Street Food Tour: Taste the best streed food

AU$111
Per adult
Athens Street Food Tour: Taste the best streed food
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Our pick of the best Monastiraki Hotel Deals

Attalos Hotel
Attalos Hotel
3 out of 5
Athinas Street 29, Athens, Attiki
The price is AU$199 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$199
per night
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Really enjoyed the stay, Everything was exactly what was needed, the location is excellent. The breakfast was fresh, the rooftop bar was brilliant and the staff were friendly,happy and very helpful x"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2024

Attalos Hotel
Athens Tower Hotel by Palladian Hotels
Athens Tower Hotel by Palladian Hotels
4 out of 5
Athinas 2, Ermou 78, Athens, Attiki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$249 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$249
per night
21 Apr - 22 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! (673 reviews)
"As others have said, it is noisy, but some of that is the bar on the roof and part is just being bang in the middle of Athens. Lovely hotel and great staff."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

Athens Tower Hotel by Palladian Hotels
The Residence Aiolou Hotel & Spa
The Residence Aiolou Hotel & Spa
3 out of 5
39 Aiolou, Athens
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$288 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$288
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (137 reviews)
"Nice location, fantastic staff. Room looks new!"

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2024

The Residence Aiolou Hotel & Spa
L'Avventura Athens
L'Avventura Athens
4 out of 5
6 Avliton, Athens
The price is AU$284 per night from 8 May to 9 May
AU$284
per night
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 4-star spa B&B in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (232 reviews)
"Nice, but the views weren’t amazing as advertised."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

L'Avventura Athens
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Athens4
3.5 out of 5
Polykleitou 4, Athens
The price is AU$228 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
AU$228
per night
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (579 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and comfortable. The staff was amazing and went above and beyond our expectations. They handled making arrangements for all our transportation needs and were very helpful in answering any questions we had about the area."

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2024

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Hellenic Vibes Smart Hotel
Hellenic Vibes Smart Hotel
5 out of 5
7 Agias Irinis, Athens
The price is AU$232 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
AU$232
per night
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (188 reviews)
"This property is centrally located in the heart of Athens. I have stayed in alot of hotels and this was one of the best. Breakfasts were fantastic and always fresh. You will definately enjoy your stay here!"

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2024

Hellenic Vibes Smart Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Monastiraki

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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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Thissio

4/5(6 area reviews)

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.

Thissio
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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
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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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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.

Syntagma
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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

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