Ilisia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Port of Piraeus

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.

Port of Piraeus
Acropolis which includes landscape views, heritage elements and a small town or village

Acropolis

The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.

Acropolis
Syntagma Square showing an administrative building, a city and street scenes

Syntagma Square

This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.

Syntagma Square
Parthenon

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.

Parthenon
Acropolis Museum featuring a city

Acropolis Museum

This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.

Acropolis Museum
Ermou Street

Ermou Street

During your trip to Athens, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ermou Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.

Ermou Street

Activities

Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$36
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

AU$50
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Poros, Hydra & Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

AU$188
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

AU$89
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens

Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens

AU$82
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Acropolis

Athens & Acropolis Highlights: a Mythological Tour

AU$119
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Athens & Acropolis Highlights: a Mythological Tour
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Our pick of the best Ilisia Hotel Deals

Divani Caravel

Divani Caravel

5 out of 5
2, Vas. Alexandrou Avenue, Kaisariani, Attiki
The price is AU$303 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$303
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kaisariani. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Just very hit and miss. Told to go across the road for water. Some days our room was given the VIP treatment and others not. Breakfast was delicious."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Divani Caravel
Airotel Stratos Vassilikos Hotel

Airotel Stratos Vassilikos Hotel

4 out of 5
114 Michalakopoulou Str, Athens, Attiki
The price is AU$216 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$216
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (396 reviews)
"The hotel is really clean. The staff are friendly and helpful. The breakfast was very good with lot of choices. It is located in a safe location but not walking distance to the touristic area. 10 minutes away by car"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Airotel Stratos Vassilikos Hotel
Grand Hyatt Athens

Grand Hyatt Athens

5 out of 5
115, Syngrou Avenue, Athens, Attica
The price is AU$221 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$221
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (875 reviews)
"Clean rooms"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Grand Hyatt Athens
The Stanley

The Stanley

4 out of 5
1 Odisseos Str., Athens, Attiki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$238 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$238
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,030 reviews)
"Great hotel with amazing pool. Room was ok for a couple of nights. Staff were friendly & helpful. Convenient location with hop-on hop-off bus stop outside."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

The Stanley
Athenaeum InterContinental by IHG

Athenaeum InterContinental by IHG

5 out of 5
89-93 Syngrou Avenue, Athens, Attiki
The price is AU$242 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$242
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"I’m always happy when staying at the Intercontinental in Athens. From the magnificent breakfast, to the comfortable rooms, to the service of all the hospitality professionals there, it is always a stay to remember. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Athenaeum InterContinental by IHG
Sofitel Athens Airport

Sofitel Athens Airport

5 out of 5
Athens International Airport, Spata-Artemida, Attiki
The price is AU$467 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$467
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Spata-Artemida. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,630 reviews)
"We got in from Mykonos in the evening and had to leave at 3 am for an early flight the next day. The 6 hours we were there was perfection. Walked 5 minutes from the airport, had dinner, slept 4 hours, then walked 5 minutes back. There is nothing more convenient…friendly staff. 5 stars!"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Sofitel Athens Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Ilisia

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Hilton

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

Hilton
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Pangrati

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Pangrati
Mount Lycabettus featuring mountains and a city

Kolonaki

5/5(27 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Benaki Museum while getting to know Kolonaki, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Aristippou Station or Evangelismos Station to see more of the area.

Kolonaki
Athens showing shopping and markets

Neapoli

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

Neapoli
Syntagma Square featuring a 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.

Syntagma
Academy of Athens showing an administrative building, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Athens City Centre

4.5/5(261 area reviews)

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

Athens City Centre

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