Kolonaki Travel Guide
Athens





Popular places to visit

Benaki Museum
Explore a smorgasbord of artifacts and artwork,from all of the important Greek eras, in this exquisitely restored mansion.
CAN
You can browse the exhibits at CAN, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Athens. Make time to visit the area's temples or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Museum of Cycladic Art
You can browse the exhibits at Museum of Cycladic Art, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Museum of the History of the Greek Costume of the Lyceum Club of Greek Women
You can browse the exhibits at Museum of the History of the Greek Costume of the Lyceum Club of Greek Women, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Athens. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Dexameni Square
You can find out about the history of Athens with a trip to Dexameni Square. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Skoufa Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Skoufa Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
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

Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum

Meteora Day Trip with Audio Guide and Lunch Option

Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour
Top hotels in Kolonaki

Grand Hyatt Athens
30 min walk from the Parthenon. Great Service, comfortable room.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Stanley
The pool on the rooftop has an amazing view of the Acropolis and of Athens in general. The hotel breakfast was plenty, although the spread is the same (American buffet). It is also within easy access to the metro and walking distance from spots like Monastiraki, Kolokotroni, etc. They also have a ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Athens Gate Hotel
This place was great. New updated rooms and close to everything ! Great staff and the food so so good. With a beautiful view ! I will stay here again
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Acropolis Magenta
Very well situated 12 minutes to the acropolis very nice rooms and everyone at the reception is very helpful!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Sofitel Athens Airport
Grea
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Electra Metropolis Athens
Clean room, near to most attractions
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kolonaki

Hilton
While visiting Hilton, you might make a stop by sights like Athens National Gallery and Athens War Museum.

Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Olympia Theatre and Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Pangrati
You'll enjoy the cafes and gardens in Pangrati. You might want to make time for a stop at Goulandris Museum of Modern Art or Museum of Greek Scouting.

Athens City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Athens City Centre. Top attractions like Acropolis and Syntagma Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Panepistimio Station or Syntagma Station to see more of the city.

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.

Exarcheia
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Exarcheia. A stop by National Archaeological Museum or Epigraphical Museum might round out your trip.
