Koukaki Travel Guide
Athens
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 holiday in Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
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
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Athens: Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
The Original - Greek Food tour of Athens
Top hotels in Koukaki
Athens Gate Hotel
Great location with great views. Walkable to most historic places. Friendly and accommodating hotel staff and top notch breakfast!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Acropolis Magenta
We had a great experience in this hotel. The rooms are very nice and clean. the staff are friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Divani Palace Acropolis
Great room with view of the acropolis!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
NLH FIX Neighborhood Lifestyle Hotels
Room is huge
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Athens Studios
Clean room and balcony has great view. I could see the acropolis temples from my room. Free breakfast every morning.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Herodion Athens
The staff were so friendly, the rooftop bar and jacuzzi areas were fabulous. The bedrooms are a little dated but still very comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Koukaki
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.
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
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.
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 take a ride at Thissio Station.
