Thissio Travel Guide
Athens
Popular places to visit
Stoa of Attalos
This ancient market and meeting place has benefitted from extensive restoration and also houses a fascinating museum.
Temple of Hephaestos
Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.
Pnyx
This peaceful hill close to Athens’ bustling centre is famous as the birthplace of modern democracy.
Port of Piraeus
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
Top hotels in Thissio
Be My Guest Athens
The staff are really nice, location is great and the breakfast is good.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Athens
Everything was very good
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
The Stanley
Internet, WiFi, breakfast and staff were all excellent. The room was small and there was no dresser or closet for hanging clothes, so we had to live out of suitcases. In all other regards, the hotel was very good.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
PLAY Theatrou Athens
Excellent staff and location
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Athens Gate Hotel
Great location with great views. Walkable to most historic places. Friendly and accommodating hotel staff and top notch breakfast!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Acropolis Magenta
We had a great experience in this hotel. The rooms are very nice and clean. the staff are friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thissio
Gazi
Well liked for its restaurants and museums, Gazi is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Technopolis and Synchrono Theater, and jump on the metro at Kerameikos Station to get around the city.
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.
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.
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.
Makrigianni
While you're in Makrigianni, take in top sights like Acropolis Museum and jump on the metro at Akropoli Station to see more of the city.
