Thissio Travel Guide
Athens
Popular places to visit
Stoa of Attalos
Marvel at this elaborate two-storied double colonnade where the ancient Athenians shopped and socialized.
Temple of Hephaestos
Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.
Pnyx
Visit the birthplace of democracy, where men first gathered as equals to make decisions about the fate of their growing city.
Beit Shalom Synagogue
Beit Shalom Synagogue is just one of the places to see in Athens, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Temple of Apollo Patroos
Find out about the history of Athens when you take a trip to Temple of Apollo Patroos. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and temples.
Ancient Agora Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Ancient Agora Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Things to do
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Top hotels in Thissio
The Stanley
Breakfast buffet was fabulous. Staff excellent. Executive lounge was a great perk.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Stayed very short time, but everything we saw was excellent.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Great launch point hotel for a stay in Athens! Clean, functional, quiet and comfortable. Especially appreciated is the second floor (mezzanine level) welcome area where breakfast and afternoon meal buffets are presented (no fee). Would return.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Titania Hotel
Great breakfast. Clean rooms. Helpful staff.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Excellent hotel. Friendly, professional helpful staff - ALL! And the view from the top-floor garden bar is stunning! Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
President Hotel Athens
Excellent service,the staffs are very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thissio
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
