Kolonaki Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kolonaki
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Theocharakis Foundation for the Fine Arts & Music
You can browse the exhibits at Theocharakis Foundation for the Fine Arts & Music, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Athens. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and temples.
Activities
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Athens Walks Food Tour: Markets, Tastings & Meals
Our pick of the best Kolonaki Hotel Deals
St. George Lycabettus Lifestyle Hotel
"The hotel staff were absolutely wonderful! The hotel is well maintained and the views of the Acropolis are absolutely stunning! Restaurant and patio views blow your mind! Close enough to walk down to Plaka/monastiraki and surrounded with lots of cafes and tavernas …Would definitely stay here ..."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
"The property is beautiful. The lobby was decorated beautifully with the chandelier and the art wall. The location is great - rooftop dining provides spectacular views (day or night time.) dining was decent as well - breakfast options were plentiful and the dinner was delicious as well. The bathroom ..."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
The Stanley
"Great hotel, excellent staff, good food and great view of the Acropolis of Athens."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
"This hotel is an excellent 5-star facility. It has an exquisite fine dining restaurant on the top floor. Unlike many other hotels at airports, this one has a great sound insulation so you can’t hear air traffic noise."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Holiday Inn Athens Attica Av. Airport West by IHG
"Room was clean and well appointed, even had a great soaker bathtub. Restaurant food was great for lunch and dinner. Pool was awesome and so was the steam room!! Loved using them!!"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
"Great location, polite and informative staff. Excellent breakfast"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Kolonaki
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 Syntagma Square and Acropolis are major draws. Catch the metro at Panepistimio Station or Syntagma Station to see more of the city.
Plaka
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Plaka. Check out Roman Agora or Adrianou Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Akropoli Station to get around town.
Monastiraki
Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Monastiraki Flea Market and Monastiraki Square, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.
Koukaki
Visitors to Koukaki love its fascinating museums, and you can check out Acropolis Museum and Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Akropoli Station.
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.
