Popular places to visit
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.
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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do
Combo Hop on Hop off Classic Tour of Athens,Piraeus& Beaches
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers
Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Top hotels in Elliniko
The Stanley
Good hotel
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
All perfect!
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Breakfast was delicious with an awesome view. Great location and hotel!
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Acropolis Magenta
Very clean facilities. Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. Good location - all major sites within walking distance.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Electra Palace Athens
Location
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
President Hotel Athens
Very nice
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Elliniko
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 ample dining options and fascinating 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 travelers 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.
