Makrigianni Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Acropolis Museum
This award-winning modern museum for the ancient treasures of the Acropolis has a few surprises up its sleeve.
Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies
You can browse the exhibits at Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
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 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.
Activities
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Our pick of the best Makrigianni Hotel Deals
Athens Gate Hotel
Excellent hotel friendly staff. Location brilliant short walk to acropolis and acropolis museum and metro station. On edge of Plaka area lots of restaurants close by. Hop on hop off bus stop 200metres away.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
COCO-MAT Athens BC
The staff was very kind and helpful , breakfast had great choices , and the location was very central to everything.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Divani Palace Acropolis
Helpful staff and good location Lovely view of acropolis from the rooftop restaurant
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Athens Studios
This was such a great location. We walked around the acropolis park and enjoyed the local cafes and restaurants very much. I wouldn't want to stay in any other part of the city. Our room was a double; quite small but very affordable for the location.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Airotel Parthenon
Where do I begin. This hotel is horrible. Don’t stay here. I was not thrilled with the appearance however I was going to give it a shot. That all changed after a long day of traveling and I went to take a shower and there was ZERO hot water. The desk lady tried telling us it was because too many ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Herodion Athens
Very complete breakfast, nice view on the Acropole, perfect location, many restaurant at walking distance and in safe area.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Makrigianni
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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- Visit Ano Kipseli
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- Visit Thissio
- Visit Nikaia
- Visit Athens
- Visit Papagou-Holargos
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- Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum
- Avissinias Square
- Church Of Agia Irini
- Pnyx
- Roman Agora
- Filopappos Hill
- Temple of Apollo Patroos
- Hellenic Children’s Museum
- Odeon of Herodes Atticus
- Church of Agios Dimitrios Loumbardiaris
- Alex Mylonas Museum of Contemporary Art
- National Theatre of Greece
- Temple of Athena Nike
- Andreas Melas & Helena Papadopoulos Gallery
- Ermou Street
- Museum of Greek Folk Art
- Monastiraki Flea Market