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 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.
Top hotels in Kynosargous

The Athenaeum Luxury Hotel
Great rooftop restaurant and food. Great staff. Great view
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Athesense Suites
Rooms were spacious and clean, good air conditioning. Some traffic noise but not too intrusive. Area is quite run down but didn't feel unsafe and was with walking distance of most things we wanted to do/see. No restaurant or bar at the hotel which would have been nice but plenty nearby. There is ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Sofitel Athens Airport
Excellent stay! Perfect for our needs right by the airport. Room was clean, with many amenities and so quiet! So hard to tell we were right next to the airport! Staff was super friendly and helpful! Breakfast buffet was great! Would 100% stay here again!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Grand Hyatt Athens
Rooms were very clean, a great size / space and well equipped. Breakfast was great, plenty of options and time to enjoy. Staff at the hotel were excellent
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

The Stanley
Wonderful hotel. Amazing breakfast.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Astor Hotel Athens
The hotel was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. The rooftop restaurant has a great view of the Acropolis.
Reviewed on 26 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.
