Athens City Centre Travel Guide

Athens

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.

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A historic city on a hill with ancient ruins and modern buildings.

Acropolis

9.8/10 (19,146 reviews)
The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.
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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
Poros, Hydra & Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

£121
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
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
From Athens: Small-Group Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Trip

From Athens: Small-Group Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Trip

£39
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Athens: Small-Group Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Trip
Buckets of spices on Athens food tour

Athens Walks Food Tour: Markets, Tastings & Meals

£63
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Athens Walks Food Tour: Markets, Tastings & Meals
Athens: Ancient Greek Theater Performance

Athens: Ancient Greek Theater Performance

£26
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Athens: Ancient Greek Theater Performance
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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 £109 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£109
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,484 reviews)
"Hotel is great and breakfast one of the best. Main issue is location that is on a very old neighborhood and not so pretty. Otherwise a great hotel and excellent service."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

The Stanley
Athens Gate Hotel

Athens Gate Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Syngrou Avenue Athens Attiki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £160 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
£160
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 coffee shops/cafes and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,079 reviews)
"Great views from the property, great breakfast, helpful staff, walkable to Acropolis.. parking on site too. Absolutely loved the stay."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Athens Gate Hotel
Novotel Athenes

Novotel Athenes

4 out of 5
4-6 Michail Voda Street Athens Attiki
The price is £75 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£75
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Dirty"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Novotel Athenes
Max Brown Hotel Downtown, part of Sircle Collection (Formally known as Dave Red)

Max Brown Hotel Downtown, part of Sircle Collection (Formally known as Dave Red)

3 out of 5
25, Veranzerou St. & M. Kotopouli St. Athens
The price is £61 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
£61
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (227 reviews)
"Hotel was great, staff was nice and the room was perfect."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Max Brown Hotel Downtown, part of Sircle Collection (Formally known as Dave Red)
Eternity Athens

Eternity Athens

5 out of 5
62 Mitropoleos Athens
The price is £97 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£97
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (433 reviews)
"Great location, large room and nice bathroom. My only negative was the linens (bedding and towels) were, to me, strongly scented and there was a scent also in the hall way. It was not a bad smell, but I had a bit of a sore throat and the perfume irritated it."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Eternity Athens
Electra Palace Athens

Electra Palace Athens

5 out of 5
18 - 20 N Nikodimou Street Athens Attiki
The price is £248 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£248
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,014 reviews)
"Old hotel in a difficult area"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Electra Palace 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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Ancient ruins with a prominent stone tower, a large rock formation in the background, and surrounding greenery.

Plaka

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers 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.

A historic building with a dome and arches, a fortification on a hill, and a clear blue sky.

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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