Athens City Centre
Athens
Visit Athens City Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
Acropolis Museum
This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
Ermou Street
During your visit to Athens, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ermou Street. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Monastiraki Flea Market
This lively area of shops, stalls and eateries is a dream come true for lovers of fun, food and fashion.
Things to do
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
Meteora Day Trip with Multilingual Audioguide & Lunch
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
The Original - Greek Food tour of Athens
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Meteora: Monasteries Tour, Lunch, and Athens Transfer Option
Top hotels in Athens City Centre
The Stanley
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025
Electra Metropolis Athens
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
Novotel Athenes
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
Divani Palace Acropolis
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
Royal Olympic Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
Wyndham Grand Athens
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Athens City Centre
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.
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.
Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Olympia Theatre and Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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
- Syntagma Hotels
- Kolonaki Hotels
- Psirri Hotels
- Koukaki Hotels
- Makrigianni Hotels
- Thissio Hotels
- Anafiotika Hotels
- Omonoia Hotels
- Exarcheia Hotels
- Kynosargous Hotels
- Hilton Hotels
- Neos Kosmos Hotels
- Pangrati Hotels
- Ilisia Hotels
- Gazi Hotels
- Metaxourgeio Hotels
- Kerameikos Hotels
- Ambelokipi Hotels