Kastella 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.
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.
Syntagma Square
The city centre square where lawns lie, trees sway and parliament lives – as does the changing of the guard.
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 award-winning modern museum for the ancient treasures of the Acropolis has a few surprises up its sleeve.
Activities
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
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
Athens Walks Food Tour: Markets, Tastings & Meals
Our pick of the best Kastella Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Athens
Amazing hotel, spa and gym were elegant and comfy.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Stanley
Really nice hotel. Clean, friendly and helpful staff, good food, nice rooftop bar
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
I loved the breakfast — it was absolutely fantastic! The staff were exceptionally friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Acropolis Magenta
4.5 stars!! They were great at accommodating 2 extra nights because of flight cancellations. In such a good location and only about a 10 min walk to plaka.Check in process was very smooth. Full sized shower products & you can request cleaning every other day. Nice roof top seating area where you ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Clean and well equipped. Friendly staff. Best location for travellers
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Lovely hotel in the right area, great staff and perfect breakfast overlooking the Parthenon.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kastella
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.
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.
Thissio
Visitors often come to Thissio for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Ancient Agora of Athens and Stoa of Attalos. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.
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.
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.
Kynosargous
Even though there aren't top sights in Kynosargous, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Acropolis. Jump on the metro at Leoforos Vouliagmenis Station to see more of the city.
