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

Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour

Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket

Meteora Day Trip with Audio Guide and Lunch Option

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

Athens & Acropolis Highlights: Greek Mythology Small-Group Tour
Top hotels in Mets

Grand Hyatt Athens
Great
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

The Stanley
Room was newly renovated so it was nice and clean. Hotel has an amazing bakery and cafe right outside as well as the train station and Hop On Hop of Bus tours.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Sofitel Athens Airport
Good
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Astor Hotel Athens
The breakfast was delicious and a beautiful view.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Electra Palace Athens
It was a pleasure to stay there.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Electra Metropolis Athens
Really enjoyed the hotel, great staff, loved the roof top restaurant. Convenient location. Would stay there again.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 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.
