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.
National Observatory of Athens
You can browse the exhibits at National Observatory of Athens, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Athens. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
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.
Top hotels in Thissio
Grand Hyatt Athens
Very clean and North American like if you like that familiar vibe. Front desk staff was excellent and the room was very clean modern and comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
The Stanley
Great service amazing people close to Metro and a lot of good places
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
President Hotel Athens
Staff were very friendly and hotel was super nice
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Sofitel Athens Airport
Worth the added expense!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Athens Gate Hotel
Everything about the Athens gate hotel was great! All the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Easy walk to plaka, the acropolis, all types of food, the city for buses stop very close. The breakfast buffet is fantastic. Room 501 has perfect view of the temple of Zeus and from the corner of ...
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Electra Rhythm Athens
Great hotel to stay.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
