Kolonaki Travel Guide
Athens
Popular places to visit
Benaki Museum
Explore a smorgasbord of artifacts and artwork,from all of the important Greek eras, in this exquisitely restored mansion.
CAN
You can browse the exhibits at CAN, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Athens. Make time to visit the area's temples or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Museum of Cycladic Art
You can browse the exhibits at Museum of Cycladic Art, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Dexameni Square
You can find out about the history of Athens with a trip to Dexameni Square. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Petraki Monastery
Find out about the history of Athens when you spend time at Petraki Monastery. Discover the area's charming cafes and its fascinating museums.
Museum of the History of the Greek Costume of the Lyceum Club of Greek Women
You can browse the exhibits at Museum of the History of the Greek Costume of the Lyceum Club of Greek Women, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Athens. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Things to do
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
Athens: Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide
Hard Rock Cafe Athens Dining Experience
Top hotels in Kolonaki
The Stanley
Hervorragendes Hotel mit freundlichem Personal und guter Lage in der Innenstadt. Super Aussicht auf Akropolis. Immer wieder gerne.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Clean room with nice dining options. A bit pricey but location was perfect for our early morning flight to Amsterdam as it sits on the airport grounds a short 100 yard walk to check in counter. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Graet breakfast. Pool was very nice as was the gym.Room service good. Only draw back was poor quality towels.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Great stay, central to all of the best sites
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
We really enjoyed our stay at the Astor Hotel. The staff were wonderful, and the family room perfect for our needs. The breakfast buffet was lovely, and the setting exceptional, with a fabulous view of the Acropolis. The location is excellent for all of the archeological sites and to feel part of ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Electra Palace Athens
It was a pleasure to stay there.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kolonaki
Hilton
While visiting Hilton, you might make a stop by sights like Athens National Gallery and Athens War Museum.
Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre and Olympia Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Acropolis and Syntagma Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Panepistimio Station or Syntagma Station to see more of the city.
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.
Exarcheia
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Exarcheia. A stop by National Archaeological Museum or Epigraphical Museum might round out your trip.
