Markopoulo Travel Guide
Athens
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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.
Lavrio Port
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Lavrio Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Acropolis Museum
This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.
Things to do
Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour from Athens
Athens: Make your own Leather Sandals Workshop
Lake Vouliagmeni Thermal Spa And Temple Of Poseidon Tour
Snorkeling and swimming tour to the Poseidon's temple at Sounio cape
Top hotels in Markopoulo
Aethon Airport Project Hotel-Free Shuttle
Shuttle timing is only a couple of times a day so was hard to match both coming and going but hotel is great, staff was great, location is great!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Stanley
The views from the rooftop view were amazing!!
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Everything was great I would recommend this hotel to everyone coming to athens.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
No car…
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
We loved this hotel. Amazing location and views, amazing staff and service, and amazing experience!
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
Very friendly from get go
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Markopoulo
Porto Rafti
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Porto Rafti. You might want to make time for a stop at Erotospiliá or Agios Spyridonas Beach.
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.
Hilton
While visiting Hilton, you might make a stop by sights like Athens National Gallery and Athens War Museum.
Mets
Though Mets may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Acropolis and Parthenon.
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.
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.
