Monastiraki Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Monastiraki
Popular places to visit
Monastiraki Square
You can find out about the history of Athens with a trip to Monastiraki Square. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
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.
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 & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Our pick of the best Monastiraki Hotel Deals
Athens Tower
Perfect location
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Eternity Athens
Clean room, polite staff
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
NLH MONASTIRAKI - Neighborhood Lifestyle Hotels
Great room!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Athens Manor Houses Suites Apartments
Excellent location, friendly staff, clean and spacious rooms.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Attalos Hotel
I highly recommend this hotel given its very central location. I was able to walk almost anywhere I wanted to go. The staff is very friendly, the hotel is clean and the breakfast very good.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
L'Avventura Athens
The room though is very nice, modern and spacious. The bed and pillow are very comfortable. It was also very reasonably priced. The first desk staff were very nice and they very happy to help with anything. The bathrobe and slippers were also a nice addition. I also liked that the safe was big enough ...
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Monastiraki
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.
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.
Athens City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Athens City Centre. Top attractions like Acropolis and Syntagma Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Panepistimio Station or Syntagma 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.
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.
Omonoia
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by National Theatre of Greece or Omonoia Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Omonoia Station to get around town.
