Kynosargous Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kynosargous
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.
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.
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.
Acropolis Museum
This award-winning modern museum for the ancient treasures of the Acropolis has a few surprises up its sleeve.
Activities
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
Our pick of the best Kynosargous Hotel Deals
The Athenaeum Luxury Hotel
Amazing location, excellent and friendly staff, breakfast buffet had amazing options. Highly recommend this hotel!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Athesense Suites
Lovely clean room with AC, balcony that had a secondary window to help with sound proofing. Staff were great and welcoming, rooftop drinking area and pool had great views of the acropolis and Athens.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Stanley
Staying at the Stanley was lovely, the views were amazing, however sadly the Hotel across the way with its big Blue sign ruined the night time view. The food was amazing too although it’s a shame that the room menu wasn’t available in the restaurant still really nice though. The staff in the Hotel ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Check-in was easy and staff nice. Dinner at restaurant was good. Room was nice and clean, but the sink drain was very slow to drain water. The hairdryer is low quality, and considering the cost of the hotel room it should definitely be a better quality.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Yes the room was clean, foor was good--too cold to use the pool
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Titania Hotel
Helpful staff. Clean basic rooms. Nice rooftop bar and restaurant.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kynosargous
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.
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.
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.
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.
Plaka
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.
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.
