Gazi 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
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Meteora Day Trip with Audio Guide and Lunch Option
Athens & Acropolis Highlights: Greek Mythology Small-Group Tour
Top hotels in Gazi
The Stanley
Beautiful view from infinity pool and rooftop restaurant of the Acropolis......and first class stay in every way.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Front Staff is nice. Room is clean. Near Airport - it’s good to catch up early morning flights
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
The breakfast was lovely and the view from the restaurant was very nice. The area around the hotel is hardly charming; not unsafe but a tad rough-around-the-edges.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Perfect hotel location and perfect services and attitude by the entire staff to make sure our 5 night stay was perfect. Great room, very good breakfast, amazing view of the acropolis from the roof top breakfast and dinner dining room. Location can’t be beat with great Restaurants and services right ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
We arrived before the room was ready, but they stored our luggage. They were helpful with directions and restaurants, and told us where to avoid, for safety. The breakfast buffet was excellent, and the view was amazing! They were very friendly.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
The hotel is in a great location and walking distance to most Athens attractions. There are a lot of restaurants and bars within just a minute or two walk from here. The hotel itself was very nice. Inviting lobby. The entire staff was super friendly… from the front desk to the doormen to the cleaning ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gazi
Thissio
Visitors often come to Thissio for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Temple of Hephaestos and Ancient Agora of Athens. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.
Psirri
Psirri is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Athens Central Market or Omonoia Square.
Monastiraki
Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.
Omonoia
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Omonoia Square or National Theatre of Greece while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Omonoia Station to get around town.
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.
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.
