Varnavas 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 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
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 Varnavas Hotel Deals
President Hotel Athens
Stayed at this hotel about 4 times and absolutely love it! Staff is incredibly helpful and kind. An amazing buffet breakfast every morning and if you miss it there’s a great bakery right across the street!The rooms are spotless with quality bedding and bathroom supplies. Great location, with underground ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Athens Attica Av. Airport West by IHG
Lovely hotel, the airport shuttle certainly helped for a night at Athens before flight back to Uk. Used the pickup service to hotel and back to airport twice as I did quick tour of Athens before flight back
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Comfort Stay Athens Airport Hotel - FREE shuttle from and to the airport
Stayed here for the last night of our stay before an early flight. Great shuttle. Room was clean and spacious. Staff were very receptive.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hotel Avra by Smile hotels
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was very accommodating.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
NLH MATI Seafront - Neighborhood Lifestyle Hotels
Beautiful views, clean room. Especially impressed with the breakfast and breakfast staff. Do not recommend the buffet dinner as value just isn’t there compared to the great breakfast, as there isn’t as much variety or even drinks included yet costs a lot. Dinner staff also seemed not interested. ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Golden Coast Hotel & Bungalows - All Inclusive
Amenities, room, service and staff were amazing. Beach was clean and water was beautiful. Very pleasant experience for our honeymoon!
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Varnavas
Nea Makri
Nea Makri is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Marathon Beach or Monastery of Saint Ephraim while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Exarcheia
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Exarcheia. A stop by National Archaeological Museum or Epigraphical Museum might round out your trip.
Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre and Olympia Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
