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 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.
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
Sofitel Athens Airport
Very convenient to the airport so that we could relax and have a good sleep before an early morning flight.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Stanley
The room was clean, however the first weekend we stayed before going to Santorini we didn’t have air conditioning which sucked. But when we came back the air conditioning was working and the second stay was much more enjoyable. The staff was super welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was very good with ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Rooms were very clean, a great size / space and well equipped. Breakfast was great, plenty of options and time to enjoy. Staff at the hotel were excellent
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
The view from Breakfast was worth it ! Staff were fantastic, so helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
It was excelent , everythinng was great.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
President Hotel Athens
Average
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thissio
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.
Petralona
Be sure to check out the monuments and historical sites while you're strolling through Petralona, and hop on the metro at Petralona Station to see more of the surrounding area.
