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.
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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Awesome Street Art Tour in Athens with a Local Expert Small-Group
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
Meteora Day Trip with Multilingual Audioguide & Lunch
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Top hotels in Gazi
The Stanley
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Grand Hyatt Athens
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Sofitel Athens Airport
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Electra Metropolis Athens
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Divani Palace Acropolis
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Hotel Avra by Smile hotels
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gazi
Thissio
Visitors often come to Thissio for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Temple of Hephaestos and Ancient Agora of Athens. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.
Monastiraki
Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market, 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.
Omonoia
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Omonoia Square or National Theatre of Greece while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Omonoia 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.
- Acropolis
- Syntagma Square
- Parthenon
- Rafina Port
- Alimos Marina
- Ermou Street
- Glyfada's Second Beach
- Monastiraki Flea Market
- Factory Outlet Airport
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Panathenaic Stadium
- Glyfada Shopping District
- Spyros Louis Olympic Stadium
- Odeon of Herodes Atticus
- Athens Concert Hall
- Yabanaki Beach