Monastiraki Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Delphi, Thermopylae, Corycian Cave 300 Spartans Tour
Athens: 7-Course Dinner and Wine Pairing with Acropolis View
Full day Trip from Athens to Meteora by Bus
Athens Greek Food Tour Small-Group Experience
Our pick of the best Monastiraki Hotel Deals
Athens Tower
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The Residence - Christokopidou Hotel & SPA
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
Hellenic Vibes Smart Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025
The Editor Hotel Athens
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Athens City Suites
Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025
The Residence Aiolou Hotel & Spa
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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 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.
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 Omonoia Square or National Theatre of Greece while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Omonoia Station to get around town.
- Ermou Street
- Tzisdarakis Mosque
- Port of Piraeus
- Acropolis
- Syntagma Square
- Parthenon
- Acropolis Museum
- Rafina Port
- Alimos Marina
- Monastiraki Flea Market
- Factory Outlet Airport
- Astir Beach
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Panathenaic Stadium
- Vouliagmeni Spa Lake
- Port of Peiraias
- Kavouri Beach
- Glyfada Shopping District
- National Archaeological Museum
- Mount Lycabettus
- Odeon of Herodes Atticus