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$98
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$190 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$190
per night
12 May - 13 May
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! (1,002 reviews)
"This was a fantastic choice for proximity to everything. We were able to walk to the Acropolis, National Archeological Museum, Ancient Agora and the streets of Plaka. The staff has been very friendly and helpful and the rooftop bar has a great view of the Acropolis. The only issue we had was with ..."

Reviewed on 30 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
The price is AU$310 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$310
per night
13 May - 14 May
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! (694 reviews)
"Breakfast was nice, family room was big"

Reviewed on 25 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
The price is AU$379 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$379
per night
6 May - 7 May
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! (146 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and a great central location. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

The Residence Aiolou Hotel & Spa
L'Avventura Athens
L'Avventura Athens
4 out of 5
6 Avliton, Athens
The price is AU$334 per night from 8 May to 9 May
AU$334
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! (245 reviews)
"Very small. Description says it can accommodate three persons but hotel people say two people allowed and charged for third person(even though it is very small). Cleanliness is ok. Facilities are ok."

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

L'Avventura Athens
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3.5 out of 5
Polykleitou 4, Athens
The price is AU$273 per night from 14 May to 15 May
AU$273
per night
14 May - 15 May
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (587 reviews)
"Christina, Nikoletta and Despina were extremely helpful and had great suggestions!"

Reviewed on 29 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$271 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$271
per night
5 May - 6 May
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! (190 reviews)
Excellent, central place to stay
"Really nice, new hotel. In a very happening area, yet, with windows closed, very quiet. 10-minutes walk to Syntagma Square. Three minutes from Monterseraki flea market. Surrounded by cafes and restaurants. Twenty minutes walk or less to Acropolis and Acropolis Museum."

Reviewed on 28 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 Ancient Agora of Athens and Stoa of Attalos. 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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