Mets
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.
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
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Meteora Day Trip with Audio Guide and Lunch Option
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
Athens Walks Food Tour: Markets, Tastings & Meals
Top hotels in Mets
The Stanley
Good stay, good breakfast selection
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Everything looked nice. Staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Great location, very convenient for a late oversea arrival. 2 minutes walk directly across from luggage claim. City tram station is next to hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Clean downtown hotel. Excellent breakfast. 7th floor has spacious balconies that looks to Zeus temple and Acropolis. I suggest to get the rooms that looks to the Zeus temple (east)
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Great hotel, uptown Athens in the right spot for sightseeing and shopping, etc...
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Acropolis Magenta
Room was perfect. Excellent bathroom, comfortable bed, tea and coffee facilities (and you could go downstairs to grab more if you needed). Warm, welcoming and friendly staff. 10/10 would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 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.
