Ilisia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Syntagma Square
The city centre square where lawns lie, trees sway and parliament lives – as does the changing of the guard.
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 Museum
This award-winning modern museum for the ancient treasures of the Acropolis has a few surprises up its sleeve.
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.
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.
Activities
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Our pick of the best Ilisia Hotel Deals
Divani Caravel
Enjoyed our stay at this hotel. Good breakfast and clean/comfortable rooms.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Airotel Stratos Vassilikos Hotel
Staff was friendly and willing to help, and the breakfast was wonderful.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre by IHG
Friendly and helpful staff. Room doors stay open, are not spring loaded to close.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Athens
We had a great stay!
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
The Stanley
Courteous Service, clean room, awesome Rooftop bar w/Pool
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Athenaeum InterContinental by IHG
Great breakfast. Awesome high end restaurant on top floor plus a good one on the main floor. Reasonably close to bus tour pickup point. Close to tram that takes you to central city. Bit of a walk to the metro but one can take the tram to the metro. Surrounding area is run down but felt safe walking ...
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ilisia
Hilton
While visiting Hilton, you might make a stop by sights like Athens National Gallery and Athens War Museum.
Pangrati
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.
Kolonaki
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.
Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Olympia Theatre and Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Athens City Centre
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.
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