Athens City Centre
Athens
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Visit Athens City Centre
Popular places to visit
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Acropolis
The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.
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Syntagma Square
This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.
![Parthenon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/2ed876f836767f1b9eecf01713806b6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 featuring a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/42000/42042-New-Acropolis-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Acropolis Museum
This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
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Monastiraki Flea Market
This lively area of shops, stalls and eateries is a dream come true for lovers of fun, food and fashion.
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Ermou Street
During your visit to Athens, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ermou Street. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do
![Full Day Tour in Meteora with Hotel Pickup and Honey Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45704296/6075e10a-c419-405c-87c2-bda6c16a1c11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Meteora Day Trip with Multilingual Audioguide & Lunch
![Sunset Breeze in Athens Riviera Cape Sounio and Piraeus Old Port](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45974607/1a7968bb-b2c8-40b0-b19e-a69df5151bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Riviera of Athens *Poseidon Temple* Springs & Lake Vouliagmeni
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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
![Meteora: Monasteries Tour, Lunch, and Athens Transfer Option](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4771845/b58ca24c-20f6-4183-baac-416d92926e73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Meteora: Monasteries Tour, Lunch, and Athens Transfer Option
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The Original - Greek Food tour of Athens
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City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Top hotels in Athens City Centre
![The Stanley](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/45400/45395/f809a110_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
![Athens Gate Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22200/22143/9ffd5369_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2025
![Elia Ermou Athens Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32850000/32847700/32847607/06408e20_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
![Acropolis Magenta](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88930000/88926500/88926495/5efb9f6b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
![Apollo Palm Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91730000/91722300/91722215/2cf9fd4f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2025
![The Pinnacle Athens](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31710000/31704800/31704705/fcd28cda_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Athens City Centre
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Syntagma
While you're in Syntagma, take in top sights like Syntagma Square and jump on the metro at Syntagma Station to see more of the city.
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Psirri
Travelers come to Psirri for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Athens Central Market and Omonoia Square while you're in town.
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Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Olympia Theatre and Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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Monastiraki
Visitors to Monastiraki love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.
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Exarcheia
The ample dining options and fascinating museums are top of the list for many visitors to Exarcheia. A stop by National Archaeological Museum or Epigraphical Museum might round out your trip.
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Kolonaki
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Kolonaki. If sightseeing is on the list, Benaki Museum is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Aristippou Station or Evangelismos Station to see more of the area.
Hotels Near Athens City Centre, Athens
- Plaka Hotels
- Monastiraki Hotels
- Kolonaki Hotels
- Syntagma Hotels
- Psirri Hotels
- Koukaki Hotels
- Makrigianni Hotels
- Thissio Hotels
- Anafiotika Hotels
- Neos Kosmos Hotels
- Omonoia Hotels
- Kynosargous Hotels
- Exarcheia Hotels
- Pangrati Hotels
- Hilton Hotels
- Ilisia Hotels
- Metaxourgeio Hotels
- Ambelokipi Hotels
- Kerameikos Hotels
- Gazi Hotels