Mets 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.

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

Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip

Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket

Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens

Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers
Top hotels in Mets

The Stanley
Comfortable room with convenient wetroom style bathroom. Good shower, comfortable bed. The staff were polite and helpful, and the cost was very reasonable.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Grand Hyatt Athens
We had a good experience at the Grand Hyatt, the staff was friendly and accommodating to our request. Our next stay will definitely be at a Grand Hyatt. Thank you
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Sofitel Athens Airport
Excellent location. Tired and gloomy hotel. Nothing refreshed in the lounge. Patios dirty and unwelcoming.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Electra Metropolis Athens
Wonderful stay, excellent breakfast buffet, most amazing view of the Parthenon! Staff was very friendly and caring, especially Dina and her outstanding attentive service, happiness, and warm personality made every breakfast a delight.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Acropolis Magenta
Great overall. Tv channels did not have many options to watch, unable to mirror with phone.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Electra Palace Athens
Excellent option for Athens stay. Hotel was close to many of the major activities, staffs were very friendly. You can't say enough good things about rooftop restaurant. Breakfast was excellent with a million dollar view!!! We also had a dinner and night view was also great. Room was clean and just ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mets

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.

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.

Makrigianni
While you're in Makrigianni, take in top sights like Acropolis Museum and jump on the metro at Akropoli Station to see more of the city.

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.

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.

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.
