Makrigianni Travel Guide
Athens
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Popular places to visit
Acropolis Museum
This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.
Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies
You can browse the exhibits at Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
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.
Things to do
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Top hotels in Makrigianni
Athens Gate Hotel
Great location and great view of the rooftop bar.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
COCO-MAT Athens BC
The staff was very kind and helpful , breakfast had great choices , and the location was very central to everything.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Divani Palace Acropolis
Fantastic
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Athens Studios
This was such a great location. We walked around the acropolis park and enjoyed the local cafes and restaurants very much. I wouldn't want to stay in any other part of the city. Our room was a double; quite small but very affordable for the location.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Airotel Parthenon
Breakfast was very good. A lot of choice for me to choose. Location was very convenient with metro near by.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Herodion Athens
Hotel Herodion is perfectly located for all the main attractions of Greece. The bar area and lobby are lovely and the staff are friendly. The rooms however are small and dated and minimal tea tray. It’s odd as it felt a different hotel to what welcomes you on the ground floor. Despite the large atrium ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Makrigianni
Anafiotika
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Anafiotika. A stop by Acropolis Museum or Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum might round out your trip.
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.
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.
Mets
Though Mets may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Acropolis and Syntagma Square.
Kynosargous
Even though there aren't top sights in Kynosargous, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Acropolis. Jump on the metro at Leoforos Vouliagmenis Station to see more of the city.
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.
