Athens City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Athens City Centre
Popular places to visit
Acropolis
The Parthenon – the iconic symbol of Greek culture and civilization – is just one of the many temples on the Acropolis that still inspire awe, 2500 years later.
Syntagma Square
The city centre square where lawns lie, trees sway and parliament lives – as does the changing of the guard.
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 award-winning modern museum for the ancient treasures of the Acropolis has a few surprises up its sleeve.
Ermou Street
During your trip to Athens, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ermou Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Monastiraki Flea Market
Crowded between some of Athens’ most iconic attractions are the narrow streets and squares of Monastiraki, where history, shopping and ouzo pleasantly blend.
Activities
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Athens & Acropolis Highlights: a Mythological Tour
Our pick of the best Athens City Centre Hotel Deals
The Stanley
The staff were great Room was nice and clean
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Athens Gate Hotel
Great location! Clean and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Electra Palace Athens
Great location good service
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Niche Hotel Athens
Welcoming and helpful staff. Incredible view of the Acropolis from our room. Superb restaurant on top floor with views of the Acropolis, which is stunningly illuminated at night.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Electra Metropolis Athens
TOP TOP TOP!! Staff, room, amenities, food and dine. Staff members exceptionally working together as team but also out of the box. Empathy and understanding and most important commucation with customer and smile!!
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Novotel Athenes
Good
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Athens City Centre
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.
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.
Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Olympia Theatre and Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Monastiraki
Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.
Exarcheia
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Exarcheia. A stop by National Archaeological Museum or Epigraphical Museum might round out your trip.
Kolonaki
Spend some time visiting places like Benaki Museum while getting to know Kolonaki, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Aristippou Station or Evangelismos Station to see more of the area.
Athens City Centre Travel Guide
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What kind of hotels are in Athens City Centre?
Are there hotels near Athens City Centre?
- Plaka Hotels
- Monastiraki Hotels
- Syntagma Hotels
- Kolonaki Hotels
- Psirri Hotels
- Koukaki Hotels
- Makrigianni Hotels
- Anafiotika Hotels
- Thissio Hotels
- Omonoia Hotels
- Kynosargous Hotels
- Hilton Hotels
- Neos Kosmos Hotels
- Exarcheia Hotels
- Pangrati Hotels
- Neapoli Hotels
- Gazi Hotels
- Petralona Hotels
- Ilisia Hotels
- Ambelokipi Hotels
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