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 top-notch restaurants 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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars 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$41
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Poros, Hydra & Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

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

NZ$215
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$56
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

NZ$100
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$136
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens

Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens

NZ$92
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
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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$487 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
NZ$487
28 Oct - 29 Oct
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! (1,011 reviews)
"Good breakfast"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Divani Caravel
Airotel Stratos Vassilikos Hotel

Airotel Stratos Vassilikos Hotel

4 out of 5
114 Michalakopoulou Str, Athens, Attiki
The price is NZ$326 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$326
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (386 reviews)
"Although the hotel advertises a restaurant and so provide a very nice breakfast, they do not have a restaurant on site."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Airotel Stratos Vassilikos Hotel
Grand Hyatt Athens

Grand Hyatt Athens

5 out of 5
115, Syngrou Avenue, Athens, Attica
The price is NZ$298 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$298
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (852 reviews)
"Amazing pool with a view of the acropolis, great option of a free shuttle into the centre although a 40 minute walk otherwise. Very safe area"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Grand Hyatt Athens
The Stanley

The Stanley

4 out of 5
1 Odisseos Str., Athens, Attiki
The price is NZ$343 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$343
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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! (2,025 reviews)
Elevated experience
"Comfortable room, beautiful pool, great restaurant, great views"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

The Stanley
Sofitel Athens Airport

Sofitel Athens Airport

5 out of 5
Athens International Airport, Spata-Artemida, Attiki
The price is NZ$620 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
NZ$620
28 Oct - 29 Oct
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! (2,702 reviews)
"The Hotel staff did a great job. Everyone was very professional."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Sofitel Athens Airport
Athenaeum InterContinental by IHG

Athenaeum InterContinental by IHG

5 out of 5
89-93 Syngrou Avenue, Athens, Attiki
The price is NZ$333 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$333
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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 helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay however, I came during a hot part of the summer and the pool was not available. This would’ve been fine had I been made to know to this prior to my arrival. My party was tired from a super long trip. I thought I would just spend the day swimming while I waited for them ..."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Athenaeum InterContinental by IHG
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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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