Makrigianni
Athens
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Popular places to visit
Acropolis Museum
This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
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 travels to Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.
Port of Piraeus
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Acropolis
The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.
Syntagma Square
This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.
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
Combo Hop on Hop off Classic Tour of Athens,Piraeus& Beaches
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
Top hotels in Makrigianni
Athens Gate Hotel
Very clean and nice staff. The location is very convenient to walk to most attractions in the area, and easy to call a taxi from there too. Would stay again if I am back in Athens!
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Divani Palace Acropolis
Excellent stay in the middle of Athens. Fantastic room, friendly staff and and overall incredible stay.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
Athens Studios
Staff is helpful
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
COCO-MAT Athens BC
Excellent bed, clean room and great location away from the very busy streets of Ermou, yet just a 15min walk away from the busy centre. The staff were very polite and the breakfast was good too, particularly the egg menu.
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
Herodion Athens
Excellent Hotel, great breakfast and location is superb
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Acropolis View Hotel
Balcony was incredible for the view.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Makrigianni
Anafiotika
The ample dining options and fascinating 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 travelers 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 Emotions Museum of Childhood. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Akropoli Station.
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.
Monastiraki
Visitors to Monastiraki love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Monastiraki Square and Ermou Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.
