Mandra 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 top-notch restaurants 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.
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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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
Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers
The Original - Greek Food tour of Athens
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon: Small Group Tour
Our pick of the best Mandra Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Athens
Everything was great
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
The Stanley
The room was spotless and the housekeepers were so friendly and polite. Always available to accommodate our needs.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Athens Gate Hotel
Yes, the room was spotless. Staff very kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
President Hotel Athens
Just perfect staff, quiet, safe, clean….
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Athenaeum InterContinental by IHG
Just returned from a week stay. We had a lovely, freshly remodeled room facing the Acropolis. The room was very comfortable and spacious. Cleaned daily and promptly. We enjoyed getting up for breakfast daily. We enjoyed the variety of fresh food daily. Coffee made to order, a favorite of ours.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Acropolis Magenta
Really nice stay, very close to the Metro station and about 15 minutes walk to acropolis. The staff was super nice and friendly. Demetri was a delight and recommended Thomas 1971 Tavern for dinner and it was wonderful!
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mandra
Gazi
Well liked for its restaurants and museums, Gazi is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Technopolis and Synchrono Theater, and jump on the metro at Kerameikos Station to get around the city.
Omonoia
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.
Thissio
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.
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.
Monastiraki
Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Monastiraki Square and Ermou Street, 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.
