Syntagma Travel Guide
Athens





Popular places to visit

Syntagma Square
This square was built in ancient times and remains at the center of political and social activity in modern Athens.

Hellenic Parliament
After visiting Hellenic Parliament, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Athens. Discover the area's fascinating museums and temples.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
You can find out about the history of Athens when you stop by Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Pallas Theater
Enjoy a show at Pallas Theater, a popular theatre in Athens. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Church of Sotira Lykodimou
After visiting Church of Sotira Lykodimou, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Athens. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Hellenic Folklore Research Centre
You can browse the exhibits at Hellenic Folklore Research Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
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 Syntagma

Electra Metropolis Athens
Excellent 👍
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Electra Palace Athens
The Best
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Amalia Hotel Athens
clean room, fantastic location, great breakfast
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Electra Rhythm Athens
Perfect location!!!! Modern and contemporary and lovely!!
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Metropolis Hotel
Nice
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
Best hotel in Athens!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Syntagma

Athens City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Athens City Centre. Top attractions like Acropolis and Syntagma Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Panepistimio Station or Syntagma 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.

Monastiraki
Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Monastiraki Square and Ermou Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.

Kolonaki
Spend some time visiting places like Benaki Museum while getting to know Kolonaki, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Aristippou Station or Evangelismos Station to see more of the area.

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.

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.
