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15 Famous Athens Landmarks to Visit & Places to Stay
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items I've explored Athens 3 times—both as an able-bodied person and with hidden disabilities. Here are my favorite Athens landmarks to visit, a few related tours and my recommended places to stay.
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Famous Athens Landmarks & Tours
Athens: Where to Stay
Famous Athens Landmarks & Tours
I share 15+ famous Athens landmarks to include on your itinerary, from ancient sites to lesser know museums and vibrant squares worth checking out!
I share the top 13+ famous Athens landmarks to visit in this post, with ticket info, hours, and accessibility tips.
13+ Famous Athens Landmarks to Visit (with Accessible Options)
#1 – The Acropolis is a must-see! I loved exploring the Parthenon, Propylaea, and my favorite—the Temple of Athena—with epic views stretching to the sea. I took a taxi to the highest drop-off to save energy.
Acropolis, Athens - UNESCO Site
♿Explore the Acropolis with a private guide & skip the group crowds. Plus, it's wheelchair accessible! Entrance fees not included.
♿Acropolis & Museum Private Tour with Licensed Expert (wheelchair accessible!)
👉This is the most popular walking tour of the Acropolis!
Acropolis & Parthenon Guided Walking Tour
I loved visiting the Ancient Agora of Athens, a peaceful site with ruins, trees, & epic Acropolis views. Don’t miss the Temple of Hephaestus and the museum inside the Stoa of Attalos.
Ancient Agora of Athens: TripAdvisor Reviews
❤️The best ways to see Athens is on a private half-day tour with a guide and driver. Visit top sights like the Acropolis, Temple of Zeus, and Roman Agora—plus hidden gems.
👉Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour
Only a few columns remain, but their massive size hints at the temple’s former glory. This iconic site honors Zeus and offers great views of the Acropolis.
Temple of Olympian Zeus - History & Facts
We didn't buy tickets but it's worth checking out! This all-marble stadium hosted the first Olympics in 1896 after all! You can walk the track, and explore the athletes’ tunnel too.
Panathenaic Stadium
This ancient burial site is worth checking out, with detailed gravestones, sculptures, and artifacts in the on-site museum.
Keramikos Ancient Cemetery
This spot once held scrolls, gardens, and lecture halls. Wandering the ruins, I could imagine what life was like back in Roman Athens—it's a cool place to explore!
Hadrian's Library
👉This stunning ancient theater still hosts concerts today! With stone seats and epic views from the Acropolis slope, it’s one of Athens’ coolest spots blending old and new.
Odeon of Herodes Atticus: Detailed Guide
Tucked into the Acropolis hillside, this 2nd-century theater is seriously impressive. It’s one of the best-preserved ancient venues—and it's still in use! Catching a show here or just soaking in the views makes you feel like part of Athens’ living hi...
Odeon of Herodes Atticus: A Historical Jewel in Athens
❤️Monastiraki is a MUST-SEE! This iconic square is packed with markets, cafes, and history. It’s perfect for people-watching, and exploring nearby Plaka/
Monastiraki: Complete Guide and Things to Do
Greece’s top museum for ancient history lovers! With treasures like the Mask of Agamemnon and the Antikythera Mechanism, it’s a deep dive into Greek history—from prehistory to late antiquity.
National Archaeological Museum
Love art and history? The Benaki Museum covers it all—from ancient Greek pottery to modern masterpieces, plus Islamic and Chinese art. A beautifully curated journey through time and culture.
Benaki Museum
Step into Greece’s Byzantine past with dazzling icons, mosaics, and rare manuscripts. This top museum offers a rich look at religious art and the traditions that still influence Greek culture today.
Byzantine and Christian Museum
A must for art history lovers, this museum showcases stunning Aegean marble figurines, along with sculptures and pottery from the Cycladic, Aegean, and Ancient Greek eras.
Museum of Cycladic Art
❤️Excellent panoramic views of Athens! Stroll through Athens’ highlights—from the Panathenaic Stadium to Kolonaki—then ride the cable car to Lycabettus Hill for panoramic views and hidden city stories.
Guided Walking Tour Visit to Lycabettus Hill
At Athens’ highest point, Lycabettus Hill offers stunning views of the Acropolis and Aegean Sea. Enjoy the peaceful garden or take the funicular to the top if you prefer not to hike.
Lycabettus Hill
We missed this but plan to dine here next time in Athens!
Lycabettus Hill: Orizontes Restaurant
Dating back to the 11th century, this iconic Byzantine church features stunning frescoes and a beautiful dome. Still an active church, it holds Sunday liturgies. Just FYI: steps at the entrance make it inaccessible for wheelchairs.
Church of Panagia Kapnikarea
Athens: Where to Stay
These are my top places to stay in Athens for mid-range, luxury and accessible hotels with fantastic amenities and amazing views of the Acropolis!
💙We LOVED this central hotel! It's steps from Monastiraki Square, the metro, and top attractions. It offers modern rooms, a buffet breakfast, and a rooftop terrace with stunning Acropolis views.
Mid-Range: Acropolis City Life BH (Expedia)
🌟5-Star Hotel near Syntagma Square. This stylish hotel offers modern rooms, a rooftop bar and pool with Acropolis views, spa & gym. Perfectly located for easy access to Athens' attractions and nightlife.
Luxury: NYX Esperia Palace Hotel Athens (Expedia)
♿Central & Accessible: Just steps from attractions and transport, this hotel offers spacious rooms with lower beds, a roll-in shower, and grab rails. Enjoy a rooftop garden, bar, pool, and two restaurants.
Accessible: The Stanley (Expedia)