Syntagma Travel Guide
Athens
Popular places to visit
Syntagma Square
This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.
Hellenic Parliament
After visiting Hellenic Parliament, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Athens. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and temples.
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 crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.
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.
Top hotels in Syntagma
Electra Metropolis Athens
Wonderful experience had lovely time very helpful staff!
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Electra Rhythm Athens
Great hotel to stay.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
Classic type of luxury property. Beautiful view of the Acropolis nice terrace restaurant beautiful downstairs restaurant.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Elia Ermou Athens Hotel
Great hotel great rooms great facilities. Have been staying here aroun 15 years. Will miss it as I just bought an apartment in Athens
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Nur Edge Aparthotel - Acropolis Skyline
The hotel is located in the middle of Ermo Street, you go up through a building with a code, it is a regular building and the entrance is not so pretty and a bit old. But the floors of the apartment hotel are new and clean, the room was excellent with everything you need for our stay, the design ...
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Nur Aparthotel Athens
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Reviewed on 11 Nov 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 Monastiraki Square and Ermou Street, 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.
Syntagma Travel Guide
- Syntagma Square
- Hellenic Parliament
- Port of Piraeus
- Acropolis
- Parthenon
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Monastiraki Flea Market
- Glyfada's Second Beach
- Alimos Marina
- Panathenaic Stadium
- Voula Beach
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- Spyros Louis Olympic Stadium
- National Archaeological Museum
- Kavouri Beach
- Omonoia Square
