Athens City Centre Travel Guide

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A classical building with columns and statues, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a clear blue sky.
Ancient ruins with columns, a bicycle, and people walking.
Ancient ruins with columns and stone structures.
A narrow street with shops on both sides, including a store with bags and accessories.
The Parthenon in Athens, Greece, with its iconic columns and ruins.

Stay near popular Athens City Centre attractions

A classical building with columns and a flag.

Syntagma Square

9.0/10 (12,935 reviews)
This square was built in ancient times and remains at the center of political and social activity in modern Athens.
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Things to do

Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

£24
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

£29
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
Athens: Ancient Greek Theater Performance

Athens: Ancient Greek Theater Performance

£26
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Athens: Ancient Greek Theater Performance
Picture 1 for Activity Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers

Meteora Monasteries Tour, Caves, Beachfront Stops & Lunch

£72
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Meteora Monasteries Tour, Caves, Beachfront Stops & Lunch
Buckets of spices on Athens food tour

Athens Walks Food Tour: Markets, Tastings & Meals

£62
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Athens Walks Food Tour: Markets, Tastings & Meals
From Athens: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half Day Tour

Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon: Small Group Tour

£48
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon: Small Group Tour
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Top hotels in Athens City Centre

The Stanley

The Stanley

4 out of 5
1 Odisseos Str. Athens Attiki
The price is £131 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
£131
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Stanley
Divani Palace Acropolis

Divani Palace Acropolis

5 out of 5
19 25 Parthenonos St Athens Attiki
The price is £248 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
£248
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,021 reviews)
"!"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Divani Palace Acropolis
ERMASS Athens

ERMASS Athens

31 Chalkokondili Athens Athens
The price is £88 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£88
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Syntagma Square and Acropolis are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (488 reviews)
"Very nice place but the area is not the best. Staff very nice and rooms very clean."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

ERMASS Athens
Novotel Athenes

Novotel Athenes

4 out of 5
4-6 Michail Voda Street Athens Attiki
The price is £108 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
£108
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Thanks"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Novotel Athenes
Electra Metropolis Athens

Electra Metropolis Athens

5 out of 5
15 Mitropoleos Street Athens Attiki
The price is £431 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£431
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Electra Metropolis Athens
Eternity Athens

Eternity Athens

5 out of 5
62 Mitropoleos Athens
The price is £206 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
£206
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Syntagma Square and Acropolis are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (381 reviews)
"We arrived early and super jet lagged. The front desk staff was amazing and incredibly and was able to accommodate early check in. The rooms were clean, and breakfast in the am was good when in hurry during tours. The staff are very nice and will be coming back again."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Eternity Athens
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Where to stay in Athens City Centre

Find the best Athens City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Athens City Centre
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A traditional cafe with outdoor seating, a signboard, and a street with pedestrians.

Plaka

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Plaka. Check out Adrianou Street or Tower of the Winds while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Akropoli Station to get around town.

Ancient ruins with columns and stone structures.

Monastiraki

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

The Acropolis of Athens, including the Parthenon and other ancient ruins.

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.

A grand building with classical architecture, a wide open plaza, and a busy street with light trails indicating movement.

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.

A cityscape with a prominent hill and a white building with columns in the foreground.

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.

Athens City Centre Travel Guide

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