Athens City Centre

While staying in the area, why not spend a little time taking in surrounding areas like Acropolis, Plaka and Monastiraki.

Acropolis, perhaps one of the country’s most popular attractions lies just less than 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) away.

Vacationers in Athens City Centre, interested in finding out what makes the area tick, will appreciate the nearby museums and theaters. In particular, you should make sure you check out Benaki Museum, the New Acropolis Museum and the National Archaeological Museum of Athens. Popular galleries, include the Goulandris Museum of Cycladic Art, the Athens National Art Gallery and the Greek Folk Art Museum. To catch home-grown and touring acts, reserve seats at the Athens Concert Hall, the National Theatre of Greece and the Odeon of Herod Atticus, one of the area’s premier live concert venues.

If the sun is shining head outside and make the most of the nearby parks and reserves. There are some nice urban parks, so why don’t you go out and enjoy the Athens National Garden and the Pedion Areos Park.

Athens has many noteworthy attractions including Syntagma Square, Pnyx and the Stoa of Attalos. Take the time to visit sacred places such as the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Enjoy the atmosphere and get a deeper understanding of the religious history of the area. Peer back through the mists of time by checking out nearby historic sites, such as the Old Acropolis Museum.

Browse the boutiques and spoil yourself with a new wardrobe in a few of the nearby shopping venues such as the Monastiraki Flea Market, the Athens Central Market and the Athens Heart Mall.

Finding somewhere suitable to base yourself around Athens City Centre is a breeze. If you’re looking for a warm welcome and a good nights sleep be sure to check out the Royal Olympic Hotel, the Athens Gate Hotel, and the Electra Palace Hotel Athens.