Skaramangas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Skaramangas
Popular places to visit
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.
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
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
Athens Walks Food Tour: Markets, Tastings & Meals
Our pick of the best Skaramangas Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Athens
Great breakfast and SPA facilities
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Stanley
Really nice hotel. Clean, friendly and helpful staff, good food, nice rooftop bar
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Room was very comfortable, the staff were very helpful and greeted me on every ingress and egress.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Acropolis Magenta
4.5 stars!! They were great at accommodating 2 extra nights because of flight cancellations. In such a good location and only about a 10 min walk to plaka.Check in process was very smooth. Full sized shower products & you can request cleaning every other day. Nice roof top seating area where you ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Good staff; very courteous. We’ve stayed here before 8 years ago and loved it. The street facing rooms at the side can be a bit noisy - especially if you need to open the window to cool down, as the air conditioning only heats the air in February; it’s the same elsewhere too in Athens. We love the ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Electra Palace Athens
The room was amazing and the staff were helpful.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Skaramangas
Thissio
Visitors often come to Thissio for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Ancient Agora of Athens and Monastiraki Flea Market. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.
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.
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.
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.
