Kynosargous Travel Guide
Athens
Visit Kynosargous
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
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Meteora Day Trip with Audio Guide and Lunch Option
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
Top hotels in Kynosargous
Athesense Suites
Room was clean and the hotel staff was friendly. Good view of the Parthenon on roof top.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
The Athenaeum Luxury Hotel
This was a great hotel! The staff were always at the desk to help us with information, getting a cab, or helpful tips! We would stay there again! We were able to walk out and get to sights and the fun part of town very quickly.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
The Stanley
A very good property could do with a refresh . Also some rugs in the room would go a long way . Rooms are very noisy so having carpets would be a good idea . Otherwise a good hotel
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Sofitel Hotel is in an amazing location, especially for travelers, as it is directly across from the airport and extremely convenient. The spa was wonderful and a great way to relax before or after a flight. Overall, it was a very nice stay, but the price was definitely on the expensive side. Still, ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
There are many things to praise regarding our stay, the transport into Athens via the shuttle was superb, on time, great driver - he was so friendly and accommodating. The room was immaculate and the breakfast more than satisfactory but I was so disappointed that the roof top pool (as advertised ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Good breakfast, BEAUTIFUL VIEW and great location , small spa , impossible to get to use it . They were all booked. You must book to use anything indoor spa , make sure make the reservation few weeks before you get there.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kynosargous
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
