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 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.
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.
Skoufa Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Skoufa Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens: Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Hard Rock Cafe Athens Dining Experience
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Top hotels in Kolonaki
Grand Hyatt Athens
The hotel location is not as centralised to Athens central, eg Acropolis and need a bus to get there. The room service did not replace utensils (spoons) that were taken from our room and when we asked from the chamber maid, she asked us to contact room service directly. We were too lazy to do so ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Stanley
Awesome place !
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Staff was wonderful. Very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Acropolis Magenta
We had a good stay at the hotel, but the only problem they were cleaning the rooms every two night, which was kind of inconvenient. Staff was nice and pleasant and very helpful. They don’t have a breakfast service on the Property site but you can order breakfast from the company they contract was ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Clean and well equipped. Friendly staff. Best location for travellers
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Good staff; very courteous. We’ve stayed here before 8 years ago and loved it. The street facing rooms at the side can be a bit noisy - especially if you need to open the window to cool down, as the air conditioning only heats the air in February; it’s the same elsewhere too in Athens. We love the ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kolonaki
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.
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.
