Koukaki Travel Guide

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Acropolis Museum featuring a city

Popular places to visit

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Acropolis Museum

4.5/5(144 reviews)

This award-winning modern museum for the ancient treasures of the Acropolis has a few surprises up its sleeve.

Acropolis Museum
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Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies

You can browse the exhibits at Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.

Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies
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Port of Piraeus

4/5(40 reviews)

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
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Acropolis

4.5/5(113 reviews)

The Parthenon – the iconic symbol of Greek culture and civilization – is just one of the many temples on the Acropolis that still inspire awe, 2500 years later.

Acropolis
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Syntagma Square

4/5(97 reviews)

The city centre square where lawns lie, trees sway and parliament lives – as does the changing of the guard.

Syntagma Square
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Parthenon

4.5/5(174 reviews)

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

Activities

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City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$40
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens

NZ$97
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens
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Athens Electric/Regular Bike Tour+Optional Acropolis Guided Visit

NZ$62
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Athens Electric/Regular Bike Tour+Optional Acropolis Guided Visit
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Cape Sounion Majestic Sunset Tour from Athens

NZ$105
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Cape Sounion Majestic Sunset Tour from Athens
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Delphi & Arachova Premium Historical Tour with Expert Tour Guide on Site

NZ$139
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Delphi & Arachova Premium Historical Tour with Expert Tour Guide on Site
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Skip-the-Line: Acropolis Monuments and Acropolis Museum Tour

NZ$97
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line: Acropolis Monuments and Acropolis Museum Tour
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Our pick of the best Koukaki Hotel Deals

Acropolis Magenta
Acropolis Magenta
3.5 out of 5
Syggrou Avenue 56, Athens, Attica
The price is NZ$181 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
NZ$181
per night
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (166 reviews)
Great stay at the Acropolis
"The hotel is located right below the Acropolis and on a bit of a busier street. The rooms are excellent - very modern and in great condition. There are plenty of dining options nearby."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Acropolis Magenta
Divani Palace Acropolis
Divani Palace Acropolis
5 out of 5
19 25 Parthenonos St, Athens, Attiki
The price is NZ$494 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$494
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Convenient location
"This hotel is very convenient to Acropolis. Front desk helpful. Nice view from rooftop restaurant. On the other hand…Room had no view, notwithstanding photo when I chose room. Had balcony, unable to open, asked but no one came to help, I gave up too easily. No safety features in tub/shower like bath ..."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Divani Palace Acropolis
COCO-MAT Athens BC
COCO-MAT Athens BC
5 out of 5
5 Falirou, Athens
The price is NZ$464 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
NZ$464
per night
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Perfect location!"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

COCO-MAT Athens BC
Acropolis View Hotel
Acropolis View Hotel
3 out of 5
10, Webster Str. & Robertou Galli, Athens, Attica
The price is NZ$319 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
NZ$319
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
"Excellent service. Very clean. Nice breakfast. Highly recommend. The view of the Acropolis can’t be beat. Amazing. Very special. Thank you for the wonderful visit."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Acropolis View Hotel
Airotel Parthenon
Airotel Parthenon
4 out of 5
6 Makri Street, Athens, Attiki
The price is NZ$285 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
NZ$285
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Great location
"Close to old town, Acropolis, and Acropolis Museum. Many good restaurants within walking distance. Had a very nice breakfast included. Big balcony or patio which was nice to spend time on."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Airotel Parthenon
Athens Studios
Athens Studios
4 out of 5
3A Veikou St, Makrigyianni, Athens, Attiki
The price is NZ$263 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$263
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (859 reviews)
"Excellent location. Super friendly stuff. 100 m from Acropolis Metro Iand just behind the Acropolis museum. At the foot of the Acropolis. Great views at night of the illuminated Parthenon."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Koukaki

Acropolis Museum which includes a city

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.

Makrigianni
Plaka featuring street scenes, night scenes and dining out

Plaka

4.5/5(82 area reviews)

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.

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Neos Kosmos

3.5/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Neos Kosmos
Temple of Hephaestos featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Thissio

4/5(6 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Thissio for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Temple of Hephaestos and Ancient Agora of Athens. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.

Thissio
Athens which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and building ruins

Monastiraki

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.

Monastiraki
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Petralona

Be sure to check out the monuments and historical sites while you're strolling through Petralona, and hop on the metro at Petralona Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Petralona

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