Athens City Centre Travel Guide
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Visit Athens City Centre
Popular places to visit

Syntagma Square
This square was built in ancient times and remains at the center of political and social activity in modern Athens.

Acropolis
The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

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 modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.

Monastiraki Flea Market
Find souvenirs, collectables, and one-of-a-kind trinkets at this eclectic group of antique shops, tavernas and outdoor vendors.

Ermou Street
During your trip to Athens, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ermou Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do

Meteora Day Trip with Multilingual Audioguide & Lunch

Riviera of Athens *Poseidon Temple* Springs & Lake Vouliagmeni

Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

The Original - Greek Food tour of Athens

Meteora: Monasteries Tour, Lunch, and Athens Transfer Option
Top hotels in Athens City Centre

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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
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.

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
Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.

Exarcheia
The abundant dining options and interesting 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
Spend some time visiting places like Benaki Museum while getting to know Kolonaki, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Aristippou Station or Evangelismos Station to see more of the area.
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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
- Neapoli Hotels
- Petralona Hotels
- Ilisia Hotels
- Metaxourgeio Hotels
- Mets Hotels