Ilisia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Port of Piraeus

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.

Port of Piraeus
Acropolis which includes landscape views, heritage elements and a small town or village

Acropolis

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
Syntagma Square showing an administrative building, a city and street scenes

Syntagma Square

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

Syntagma Square
Parthenon

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.

Parthenon
Acropolis Museum featuring a city

Acropolis Museum

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

Acropolis Museum
Ermou Street

Ermou Street

During your trip to Athens, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ermou Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Ermou Street

Activities

Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$33
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

NZ$98
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
ariel shot of the sun setting against the Acropolis in Athens

Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket

NZ$113
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
Full Day Tour in Meteora with Hotel Pickup and Honey Tasting

Meteora Day Trip with Multilingual Audioguide & Lunch

NZ$114
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Meteora Day Trip with Multilingual Audioguide & Lunch
Poros, Hydra & Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

NZ$209
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

NZ$55
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
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Our pick of the best Ilisia Hotel Deals

Divani Caravel

Divani Caravel

5 out of 5
2, Vas. Alexandrou Avenue, Kaisariani, Attiki
The price is NZ$337 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
NZ$337
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kaisariani. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Zenya to the rescue good stay overall
"Zenya was a massive help as I had botched the booking and had split the stay up by mistake It appeared as if we were going to spend 25 minutes trying to check in, but thank God Zenya was on hand and I had spoken to her that they previously to explain the situation not only did she manage to join ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Divani Caravel
Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre by IHG

Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre by IHG

5 out of 5
50 Michalacopoulou Street, Athens, Attiki
The price is NZ$279 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$279
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (550 reviews)
"Professional staff, Clean rooms . location is great. we all enjoyed it."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre by IHG
Airotel Stratos Vassilikos Hotel

Airotel Stratos Vassilikos Hotel

4 out of 5
114 Michalakopoulou Str, Athens, Attiki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$266 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
NZ$266
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (361 reviews)
"This location was great, staff was friendly and room was great. Loved our bathroom very spacious and comfortable. The location was in good walking distance of restaurants and shopping areas."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Airotel Stratos Vassilikos Hotel
Grand Hyatt Athens

Grand Hyatt Athens

5 out of 5
115, Syngrou Avenue, Athens, Attica
The price is NZ$321 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$321
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (730 reviews)
"Rooms are comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Grand Hyatt Athens
The Stanley

The Stanley

4 out of 5
1 Odisseos Str., Athens, Attiki
The price is NZ$272 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$272
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Athens. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,934 reviews)
"The site offers some great options to enjoy the area!"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

The Stanley
Sofitel Athens Airport

Sofitel Athens Airport

5 out of 5
Athens International Airport, Spata-Artemida, Attiki
The price is NZ$629 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$629
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Spata-Artemida. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,634 reviews)
"GREAT option for easy access to airport"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Sofitel Athens Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Ilisia

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Hilton

While visiting Hilton, you might make a stop by sights like Athens National Gallery and Athens War Museum.

Hilton
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Pangrati

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Pangrati
Mount Lycabettus featuring mountains and a city

Kolonaki

5/5(27 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Benaki Museum while getting to know Kolonaki, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Aristippou Station or Evangelismos Station to see more of the area.

Kolonaki
Athens showing shopping and markets

Neapoli

If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre and Olympia Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Neapoli
Syntagma Square featuring a 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.

Syntagma
Academy of Athens showing an administrative building, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Athens City Centre

4.5/5(261 area reviews)

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.

Athens City Centre

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