Gerakas Travel Guide
Athens
Popular places to visit
Port of Piraeus
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Acropolis
The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.
Syntagma Square
This square was built in ancient times and remains at the center of political and social activity in modern Athens.
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.
Ermou Street
During your trip to Athens, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ermou Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
The Original - Greek Food tour of Athens
Meteora: Monasteries Tour, Lunch, and Athens Transfer Option
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Private Tour Acropolis and Athens Highlights
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Other neighbourhoods around Gerakas
Hilton
While visiting Hilton, you might make a stop by sights like Athens National Gallery and Athens War Museum.
Pangrati
You'll enjoy the cafes and gardens in Pangrati. You might want to make time for a stop at Goulandris Museum of Modern Art or Museum of Greek Scouting.
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.
Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Olympia Theatre and Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
- Port of Piraeus
- Acropolis
- Syntagma Square
- Parthenon
- Rafina Port
- Acropolis Museum
- Alimos Marina
- Ermou Street
- Monastiraki Flea Market
- Glyfada's Second Beach
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Astir Beach
- Panathenaic Stadium
- Vouliagmeni Spa Lake
- Spyros Louis Olympic Stadium
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- Kavouri Beach
- Glyfada Shopping District
- Yabanaki Beach
- Odeon of Herodes Atticus
- Hygeia Hospital
- Factory Outlet Airport
- McArthurGlen Designer Outlet