Koukaki
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Popular places to visit

Acropolis Museum
This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.

Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies
You can browse the exhibits at Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.

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.

Acropolis
The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

Syntagma Square
This square was built in ancient times and remains at the center of political and social activity in modern Athens.

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.
Things to do

City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

Combo Hop on Hop off Classic Tour of Athens,Piraeus& Beaches

Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch

Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers

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

Athens Gate Hotel
Great location with great views. Walkable to most historic places. Friendly and accommodating hotel staff and top notch breakfast!
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

Acropolis Magenta
The room was clean, spacious and had good natural and artificial lighting. Rooftop is a nice place to hang. Location is good
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

NLH FIX Neighborhood Lifestyle Hotels
Great helpful and friendly staff.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

Divani Palace Acropolis
Great room with view of the acropolis!
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Athens Studios
Acropolis metro just a few blocks away. Walki g distance to main sights.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

Herodion Athens
Highly recommend
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Koukaki

Anafiotika
The ample dining options and fascinating 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.

Plaka
Discover the "Neighborhood of the Gods" with its close proximity to the Acropolis and numerous archaeological sites. Wander through Anafiotika's traditional Cycladic architecture and visit some of the numerous museums.

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.

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.

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 catch a ride at Thissio Station.
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