Neos Kosmos Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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

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.

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.

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 modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.
Things to do

Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour

Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

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

Athens: Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide

Hard Rock Cafe Athens Dining Experience

Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Top hotels in Neos Kosmos

Grand Hyatt Athens
Enjoyed all the pools
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Athenaeum InterContinental by IHG
Everything was great. Staff, cleanliness, breakfast and we also tried the spa was excellent
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

The Stanley
Check in initially went well. We were told we were given a room upgrade. The room was definitely not an upgrade!! The floor was under construction and the noise level was extremely loud! A lot of hammering and drilling. When we inquired how long the noise would continue, we were told it was from ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Sofitel Athens Airport
The hotel is a 3 minute walk from the door of the hotel to the doors of the airport…very convenient. The facility was very clean and tidy. Breakfast buffet is very good, but a little pricey, (not outrageous, especially for Europe) but hey, you’re on vacation…it’s okay. Staff was outstanding across ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Astor Hotel Athens
The staff were so nice and very helpful. The location of the hotel is excellent, a walk to so much!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

President Hotel Athens
Door to bathroom opened into batgroom and was stopped by metal stopper on floor . Bumped toes into stopper several times, made of metal .. ouch
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Neos Kosmos

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.

Koukaki
Visitors to Koukaki love its fascinating museums, and you can check out Acropolis Museum and Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Akropoli Station.

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.

Petralona
Be sure to check out the monuments and historical sites while you're strolling through Petralona, and hop on the metro at Petralona Station to see more of the surrounding area.
