Mets 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.
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 award-winning modern museum for the ancient treasures of the Acropolis has a few surprises up its sleeve.
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
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Our pick of the best Mets Hotel Deals
The Stanley
Very nice hotel! Conveniently located next to metro. Good breakfast. Staffs were pleasant and professional. We’re arriving late so I texted the hotel to inform them and surprise the staffs answered us! Normally other hotels didn’t, they just ignored you! Thank you Stanley hotel
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Great location for a beautiful hotel. We really enjoyed our stay. Would stay again. The onsite hotel is a bit pricey though
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Courteous staff
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Electra Palace Athens
CLEAN ROOM AND GOOD BREAKFEST
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Acropolis Magenta
The ptoprty, toom, and staff were great.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Amazing hotel right next to Athens airport. They upgraded us to executive room because we were celebrating my husband’s birthday . They also sent us bottle of wine and chocolates. The olive oil products in the bathroom by Olive Era are simply amazing. The roof top bar has spectacular views of the ...
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mets
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
