Athens City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A classical building with columns and statues, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a clear blue sky.
Ancient ruins with columns, a bicycle, and people walking.
Ancient ruins with columns and stone structures.
A narrow street with shops on both sides, including a store with bags and accessories.
The Parthenon in Athens, Greece, with its iconic columns and ruins.

Stay near popular Athens City Centre attractions

A historic city on a hill with ancient ruins and modern buildings.

Acropolis

9.8/10 (19,146 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Poros, Hydra & Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

NZ$283
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

NZ$56
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens Half-Day Sightseeing Tour with Tickets of Acropolis

Athens Half-Day Sightseeing Tour with Tickets of Acropolis

NZ$164
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Athens Half-Day Sightseeing Tour with Tickets of Acropolis
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries and Hermit Caves Day Tour with Lunch

From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes

NZ$162
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Skip-the-Line Acropolis and Parthenon Tour

Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket

NZ$144
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket

Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket

NZ$228
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
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Our pick of the best Athens City Centre Hotel Deals

The Stanley

The Stanley

4 out of 5
1 Odisseos Str. Athens Attiki
The price is NZ$440 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$440
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,289 reviews)
"It was clean, but pool should be open longer hours in summer, staff well would be nice for them to ring local for you if needed instead of saying no. Would be nice to have a spa area as well"

Reviewed on 7 July 2026

The Stanley
ERMASS Athens

ERMASS Athens

31 Chalkokondili Athens Athens
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$162 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$162
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Syntagma Square and Acropolis are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (369 reviews)
"It was a very nice fit, close to a ot of our activities. Room was CLEAN with everything working properly, specially AC, staff very courteous I will recommend to whom wants to travel to Athens."

Reviewed on 7 July 2026

ERMASS Athens
Novotel Athenes

Novotel Athenes

4 out of 5
4-6 Michail Voda Street Athens Attiki
The price is NZ$291 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$291
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"We stayed here as a family with two children and overall good. The room was ok, the staff were very helpful, and the 24/7 reception was a big plus. The buffet breakfast with great variety The downside was the surrounding neighborhood. We didn't feel comfortable walking outside at night, so we relied ..."

Reviewed on 7 July 2026

Novotel Athenes
Divani Palace Acropolis

Divani Palace Acropolis

5 out of 5
19 25 Parthenonos St Athens Attiki
The price is NZ$431 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$431
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay! First, the location is just wonderful - a few steps from Acropolis and we were able to enjoy the view from our balcony. The breakfast was a paradise with numerous delicacies and options for every taste. The reception was always helpful in answering questions and accommodating ..."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Divani Palace Acropolis
Titania Hotel

Titania Hotel

4 out of 5
52 Panepistimiou Avenue Athens Attiki
The price is NZ$315 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$315
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (988 reviews)
"The Titian Hotel is in a good location in Athens with close access to major places of interest. I booked the hotel because it is close to my conference venue, which is at a university. The rooftop restaurant is awesome! They provided a good breakfast, and we also had dinner one evening. The room ..."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Titania Hotel
Astor Hotel Athens

Astor Hotel Athens

4 out of 5
16 Karagiorgi Servias Street Athens Attiki
The price is NZ$311 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$311
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,168 reviews)
"This is a very good hotel option within easy walking distance of numerous shops and restaurants. We had two rooms, both of which were well-appointed and exactly as described. The rooftop indoor restaurant offers a nice view of the Acropolis, and the drinks and light bites were enjoyable. We chose ..."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Astor Hotel Athens
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Our guide on where to stay in Athens City Centre

Find the best Athens City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Athens City Centre
Learn more about Athens City Centre
A traditional cafe with outdoor seating, a signboard, and a street with pedestrians.

Plaka

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Plaka. Check out Adrianou Street or Tower of the Winds while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Akropoli Station to get around town.

Ancient ruins with columns and stone structures.

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.

The Acropolis of Athens, including the Parthenon and other ancient ruins.

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.

A grand building with classical architecture, a wide open plaza, and a busy street with light trails indicating movement.

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.

A cityscape with a prominent hill and a white building with columns in the foreground.

Kolonaki

Spend some time visiting places like Mount Lycabettus 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.

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