Kolonaki Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 fascinating museums.
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 fascinating museums.
Activities
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Athens Sightseeing Small Group Tour (Acropolis Tickets Included)
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
Our pick of the best Kolonaki Hotel Deals
The Stanley
We had a fabulous stay at the Stanley. Very comfortable rooms, amazing roof top views, and friendly, helpful staff. The breakfast buffet was also delicious. We would definitely stay here again c
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
The rooftop pool was closed and were not able to make it to the spa or pool downstairs.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Didn’t park Didn’t use the Spa
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Hospitality, quality, attentiveness…I could go on. They couldn’t do enough for you. The staff make this place the most enjoyable experience. The rooms were clean and well looked after with nice little touches and chocolate treat every day on your bed. Thank you. I will come again when I am in Athens. ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
The staff was great. The room was clean. If this place had a gym and more space I would say 5 stars
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Acropolis Magenta
Would be nice to have microwave in room. Good bakeries nearby. a+
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kolonaki
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.
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.
