Markopoulo Travel Guide
Athens
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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
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour from Athens
Athens Semi private Morning Catamaran cruise with meal & drinks
Private Mykonos Tour Tailor-Made | Choice of the guest
Snorkeling and swimming tour to the Poseidon's temple at Sounio cape
Top hotels in Markopoulo
Aethon Airport Project Hotel-Free Shuttle by GK Hospitality Group
Room was comfortable and spacious. Free airport shuttle and proximity to airport was good. Communication was a little slow but fine. Note the shuttles are at preset times and you will be with others.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
I was hoping for a world class gym, and it's one small room very disappointing.
Reviewed on 19 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
Grand Hyatt Athens
Great
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
The breakfast was delicious and a beautiful view.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Outstanding location .
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Markopoulo
Porto Rafti
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Porto Rafti. You might want to make time for a stop at Avláki or Agios Spyridonas Beach.
Pangrati
You'll enjoy the cafes and gardens in Pangrati. You might want to make time for a stop at Goulandris Museum of Modern Art or Museum of Greek Scouting.
Hilton
While visiting Hilton, you might make a stop by sights like Athens National Gallery and Athens War Museum.
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.
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.
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.
