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
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries and Hermit Caves Day Tour with Lunch

From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes

£69
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
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
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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 £129 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£129
12 Oct - 13 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! (2,418 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

The Stanley
Divani Palace Acropolis

Divani Palace Acropolis

5 out of 5
19 25 Parthenonos St Athens Attiki
The price is £217 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£217
12 Oct - 13 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! (1,008 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Excellent breakfast. Rooftop restaurant was outstanding - amazing views! Very friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Divani Palace Acropolis
Novotel Athenes

Novotel Athenes

4 out of 5
4-6 Michail Voda Street Athens Attiki
The price is £104 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
£104
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Location was not great. Room was warm."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Novotel Athenes
ERMASS Athens

ERMASS Athens

31 Chalkokondili Athens Athens
The price is £83 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£83
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (509 reviews)
"Super clean and comfortable once you’re inside your hotel room. The hotel doesn’t provide four-star amenities; it seems more to me like a 3.5-star hotel. (For example, no iron or steamer in the room; no bell hop to help with luggage). The surrounding neighborhood also is not nice compared to other ..."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

ERMASS Athens
Astor Hotel Athens

Astor Hotel Athens

4 out of 5
16 Karagiorgi Servias Street Athens Attiki
The price is £225 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
£225
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,284 reviews)
"This is a nice property, the rooms are clean and comfortable and spacious by European standards. Great location as well, can’t beat it, right in the middle of everything and near to all the sights. The staff seemed indifferent, professional but indifferent, it may be cultural but I never saw anyone ..."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Astor Hotel Athens
Electra Metropolis Athens

Electra Metropolis Athens

5 out of 5
15 Mitropoleos Street Athens Attiki
The price is £380 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£380
12 Oct - 13 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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,262 reviews)
"Very beautiful property in the heart of where you have easy access to shopping bars and restaurants. The staff was extremely helpful and always available. Just be aware that the elevators are very small and we resorted to using the stairs more than the elevators. we reserved a room with the breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Electra Metropolis 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
Learn more about Athens City Centre
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 Roman Agora 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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