Mets
Athens
Popular places to visit
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.
Lavrio Port
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Lavrio Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Acropolis Museum
This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
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
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Athens Sightseeing Small Group Tour (Acropolis Tickets Included)
Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers
Top hotels in Mets
Grand Hyatt Athens
Everything looked nice. Staff was friendly.
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
The Stanley
Clean 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Staff 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Location 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Acropolis Magenta
Room was perfect. Excellent bathroom, comfortable bed, tea and coffee facilities (and you could go downstairs to grab more if you needed). Warm, welcoming and friendly staff. 10/10 would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
courteous and accomodating staff!
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
No fridge+microwave was a challenge. Staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Great location, very convenient for a late oversea arrival. 2 minutes walk directly across from luggage claim. City tram station is next to hotel.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 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 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.
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 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.
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.
