Dafni Travel Guide
Athens
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Lavrio Port
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Lavrio Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Acropolis Museum
This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
Top hotels in Dafni
The Stanley
"Food and drinks on the rooftop were great. Food was tasty and well presented. Staff at this bar/restaurant were very attentive and the view was spectacular. Didn't love the pool area due to constant loud music all day. The hotel itself was ok, nothing special. Gym was fine. Area a bit rough but good ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
"Such a great hotel: incredibly convenient to the airport, remarkably quiet, great bed, welcoming and helpful staff. Will definitely stay again when in Athens!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
"Discovered cockroach but hotel completely indifferent."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Titania Hotel
"Good room, good people"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
"Walking from hotel every where"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
"Location was perfect. Breakfast buffet is excellent."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dafni
Neos Kosmos
The restaurants and shopping are a few things visitors like about Neos Kosmos. Check out Onassis Cultural Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Neos Kosmos Station or Kasomouli Station to get around town.
Kynosargous
Even though there aren't top sights in Kynosargous, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Acropolis. Jump on the metro at Leoforos Vouliagmenis Station to see more of the city.
Koukaki
Visitors to Koukaki love its fascinating museums, and you can check out Acropolis Museum and Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Akropoli 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.
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.
