Dafni Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Lavrio Port
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Lavrio Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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 All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Athens Sightseeing Small Group Tour (Acropolis Tickets Included)
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
Our pick of the best Dafni Hotel Deals
The Stanley
The property was generally very good. Negatives: The gym and sauna let it down and the roof top pool is quite small considering the size of the hotel. The breakfast is quite cheap and unhealthy Positives: the location is excellent with public transport near by but also very walkable. The food was ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Pool was closed
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
It's a lovely hotel, with the basic amenities and a good breakfast buffet. WiFi is fast, water pressure is amazing, and the staff cleans your room daily, providing fresh towels. However I don't think they change your bedding unless you explicitly request it. For the price, you're paying more for ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Lovely place
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
High-class hotel
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Electra Palace Athens
Room was nice but very noisy at night and early morning. Pool and terrace were closed due to refurbishment
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dafni
Neos Kosmos
The restaurants and shopping are a few things visitors like about Neos Kosmos. Check out Onassis Cultural Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Neos Kosmos Station or Kasomouli Station to get around town.
Kynosargous
Even though there aren't top sights in Kynosargous, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Acropolis. Jump on the metro at Leoforos Vouliagmenis Station to see more of the city.
Koukaki
Visitors to Koukaki love its fascinating museums, and you can check out Acropolis Museum and Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Akropoli Station.
Mets
Though Mets may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Acropolis and Parthenon.
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.
Anafiotika
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Anafiotika. A stop by Acropolis Museum or Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum might round out your trip.
