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
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Athens Sightseeing Small Group Tour (Acropolis Tickets Included)
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Skip the Line Ticket to Athens Acropolis Museum
Top hotels in Mets
The Stanley
Very good refurbishment
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Everything was great
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Acropolis Magenta
The room was clean, spacious and had good natural and artificial lighting. Rooftop is a nice place to hang. Location is good
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
The staff were genuinely friendly. The room was spacious with an amazing view. The area is very walkable and the rooms are sound proofed.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Electra Palace Athens
Excellent hotel, and staff.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Amazing hotel right next to Athens airport. They upgraded us to executive room because we were celebrating my husband’s birthday . They also sent us bottle of wine and chocolates. The olive oil products in the bathroom by Olive Era are simply amazing. The roof top bar has spectacular views of the ...
Reviewed on 24 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.
