Syntagma Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Syntagma Square
The city centre square where lawns lie, trees sway and parliament lives – as does the changing of the guard.
Hellenic Parliament
After visiting Hellenic Parliament, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Athens. Discover the area's fascinating museums and temples.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
You can find out about the history of Athens when you stop by Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
St Paul's Anglican Church
You can find out about the history of Athens when you stop by St Paul's Anglican Church. Make time to visit the area's temples or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Pallas Theater
Enjoy a show at Pallas Theater, a popular theatre in Athens. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Numismatic Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Numismatic Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Athens. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Activities
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Athens Sightseeing Small Group Tour (Acropolis Tickets Included)
Athens: Ancient Greek Theater Performance
Argolis: Full-Day Tour in Mycenae & Nafplio
Taste of Athens: Private Rooftop Dinner with Stunning City Views
Our pick of the best Syntagma Hotel Deals
Electra Metropolis Athens
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
NJV Athens Plaza Hotel
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
Elia Ermou Athens Hotel
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025
Electra Rhythm Athens
Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025
Nur Edge Aparthotel - Acropolis Skyline
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Syntagma
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.
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.
Kolonaki
Spend some time visiting places like Benaki Museum while getting to know Kolonaki, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Aristippou Station or Evangelismos Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.