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 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.
Acropolis Museum
This award-winning modern museum for the ancient treasures of the Acropolis has a few surprises up its sleeve.
Activities
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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 All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Our pick of the best Monastiraki Hotel Deals
Athens Tower
Service was fantastic!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
NLH MONASTIRAKI - Neighborhood Lifestyle Hotels
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Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Pure Hotel by Athens Prime Hotels
We had a great stay at the Pure Hotel. It was in a great spot giving us the ability to walk to all the places we wanted to go. It is close to the Plaka, Acropolis, and other key locations in Athens. The breakfast was great, lots of variety. The staff were exceptional, really friendly and helpful. ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Eternity
I had an awesome stay! What stood out was the cleanliness of the room, staffing was so helpful when asked about what to do and see around there, and the free amenities in the room starting with a free drink when you arrive to a bottle of wine and a bottle of water waiting in the room.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
A for Athens
Loved my stay at A for Athen!!! Great staff and a wonderful location. Would stay there again.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Attalos Hotel
Great rooftop area with the voew of the accropolis, location is really nice as well
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
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 Temple of Hephaestos and Ancient Agora of Athens. 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 Syntagma Square and Acropolis are major draws. Catch the metro at Panepistimio Station or 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.
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.
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.
