Athens City Centre Travel Guide
Athens
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Popular places to visit
Acropolis
The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.
Syntagma Square
This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.
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 stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
Ermou Street
During your trip to Athens, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ermou Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Monastiraki Flea Market
This lively area of shops, stalls and eateries is a dream come true for lovers of fun, food and fashion.
Top hotels in Athens City Centre
The Stanley
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Electra Metropolis Athens
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Novotel Athenes
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Divani Palace Acropolis
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Royal Olympic Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Wyndham Grand Athens
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Other neighbourhoods around Athens City Centre
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.
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.
Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Olympia Theatre and Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
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- Acropolis
- Syntagma Square
- Parthenon
- Monastiraki Flea Market
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Panathenaic Stadium
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- National Archaeological Museum
- Omonoia Square
- Mount Lycabettus
- Odeon of Herodes Atticus
- Athens Concert Hall
- Roman Agora
- Hellenic Parliament
- Temple of Athena Nike
- Mavili Square
- Lycabettus Hill Viewing Area
- Adrianou Street
- Stoa of Attalos
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