Dafni Travel Guide
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 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.
Acropolis Museum
This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.
Ermou Street
During your trip to Athens, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ermou Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers
Meteora Day Trip with Audio Guide and Lunch Option
Athens Sightseeing Small Group Tour (Acropolis Tickets Included)
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon: Small Group Tour
Top hotels in Dafni
The Stanley
Good hotel
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Grand Hyatt Athens truly deserves its five-star rating. The hotel is ideally located near the city center. The front desk staff were professional and welcoming, ensuring a smooth check-in. Our room was modern, spacious, and impeccably clean, fully stocked with high-quality amenities. Room service ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
This is my third time staying here and it was just as great as before. Clean rooms, friendly staff, excellent restaurant
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Acropolis Magenta
Very clean facilities. Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. Good location - all major sites within walking distance.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
President Hotel Athens
The staff are so friendly, the Hotel President feels like a family business...!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Electra Palace Athens
Big room and beautiful views
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dafni
Neos Kosmos
The restaurants and shopping are a few things visitors like about Neos Kosmos. Check out Onassis Cultural Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Neos Kosmos Station or Kasomouli Station to get around town.
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.
Koukaki
Visitors to Koukaki love its fascinating museums, and you can check out Acropolis Museum and Emotions Museum of Childhood. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Akropoli Station.
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.
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.
