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 fascinating museums.
Syntagma Square
This square was built in ancient times and remains at the center of political and social activity in modern Athens.
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.
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
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
Meteora Day Trip with Audio Guide and Lunch Option
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Top hotels in Makrigianni
Athens Gate Hotel
1. Room was spectacular with a balcony view of the Olympia Zeus Temple Grounds across the street. 2. Every staff member was exceptionally kind, warm, welcoming and helpful. 3. The rooftop restaurant is a magical visual tour de force with the cuisine chops to match! Evening views of an uplit Parthenon, ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Divani Palace Acropolis
Great room with view of the acropolis!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
COCO-MAT Athens BC
Had a great stay here. Super friendly and helpful staff, nice breakfast (like the fresh orange juice machine) and it's right by the acropolis. There is also a metro station pretty much across the street so much of Athens is just a few steps away.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Herodion Athens
This was our second stay at the Herodion and we will return. It’s a well located and well run hotel!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Athens Studios
Great place close to everyting
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Airotel Parthenon
Perfect! All of the staff were very kind, helpful, and very knowledgeable of the area! The room was perfect, and the beds and pillows were very comfortable! The location was absolutely amazing!! We were literally a 5 minute walk from the Acropolis and all of the incredible ruins! We were also about ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 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.
