Kynosargous Travel Guide
Athens
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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
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Top hotels in Kynosargous
The Athenaeum Luxury Hotel
Breakfast buffet was plentiful with a great variety and quality items. Coffee bar was a nice surprise. Staff was very accommodating, helpful and went out of their way to make our stay memorable.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Athesense Suites
What a wonderful surprise this hotel is! Truly a spectacular view of the Acropolis and Parthenon (at night it looks like a staged setting!). Although all of Athens is covered in graffiti, which makes the area look dubious, we felt VERY safe walking even late at night. The rooms were immaculate, with ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Stanley
I have stayed at Stanley several times since 2023. This is the first time I leave a negative review for the hotel because it's not the same good value hotel anymore.I was waiting 10 min to check in because the front desk person (Kostas) was telling jokes in German with another couple. They didn't ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Last minute they needed at the airport the price was kind of expensive but worth it for the convenience of being right outside of the airport. No transportation required.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Clean room, good daily breakfast.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
The location was excellent. The hotel was beautiful and the staff excellent!!!
Reviewed on 13 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.
