Sounio 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
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
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Our pick of the best Sounio Hotel Deals
Cape Sounio, A Grecotel Resort to Live
Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
Unbelievable hotel
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Zeus Dolce by Wyndham Athens
Food is amazing, the Spa is also outstanding. Staff is very professiona The piano is a plus
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Aethon Airport Project Hotel-Free Shuttle by GK Hospitality Group
Very friendly and convenient
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso
My stay was awesome
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Vincci EverEden
Beautiful resort and amazing staff. My second stay here and I can’t wait to return next year.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sounio
Porto Rafti
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Porto Rafti. You might want to make time for a stop at Agios Spyridonas Beach or Erotospiliá.
Elliniko
If you're spending time in Elliniko, check out sights like The Ellinikon Experience Park or Agiou Alexandrou Beach and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Agios Alexandros Station or Ellinon Olympionikon Station.
Ilisia
Travellers come to Ilisia for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Athens National Gallery and Museum Gounaropoulou while you're in town.
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.
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.
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.
