Kynosargous Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kynosargous
Popular places to visit
Port of Piraeus
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Acropolis
The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.
Syntagma Square
This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.
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 stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
Activities
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Athens Sightseeing Small Group Tour (Acropolis Tickets Included)
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
Our pick of the best Kynosargous Hotel Deals
B4B Athens Signature Hotel
Clean and comfortable hotel. Close to point of interest in Athens. Staff are courteous and helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
The Athenaeum Luxury Hotel
The room was spaceous and clean and the staff are amazing
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Athesense Suites
Spacious rooms with nice staff and good location
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
The Stanley
Very nice hotel! Conveniently located next to metro. Good breakfast. Staffs were pleasant and professional. We’re arriving late so I texted the hotel to inform them and surprise the staffs answered us! Normally other hotels didn’t, they just ignored you! Thank you Stanley hotel
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Great location for a beautiful hotel. We really enjoyed our stay. Would stay again. The onsite hotel is a bit pricey though
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Amazing hotel right next to Athens airport. They upgraded us to executive room because we were celebrating my husband’s birthday . They also sent us bottle of wine and chocolates. The olive oil products in the bathroom by Olive Era are simply amazing. The roof top bar has spectacular views of the ...
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kynosargous
Mets
Though Mets may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Acropolis and Syntagma Square.
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.
