Kastella
Athens
Popular places to visit
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 crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.
Syntagma Square
This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.
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.
Acropolis Museum
This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
Ermou Street
During your visit to Athens, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ermou Street. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Combo Hop on Hop off Classic Tour of Athens,Piraeus& Beaches
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch
Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Top hotels in Kastella
The Stanley
Clean room
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
The employees at the Grand Hyatt Athens are friendly and helpful. They offer a convenient shuttle service that drops you off and picks you up downtown Athens three times a day. Additionally, the Blue and Green Line Hop-On Hop-Off (C1 and C11) stops are just a 2–4-minute walk away. If you buy tickets ...
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Nice people, cute room, great view and restaurant. Loved the shower!
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Acropolis Magenta
I had a wonderful experience here. The area is very convenient and walkable. It was a really quick trip. I will definitely be back for a longer trip next time!
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
President Hotel Athens
The staff are so friendly, the Hotel President feels like a family business...!
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Electra Palace Athens
Big room and beautiful views
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kastella
Petralona
Be sure to check out the monuments and historic sites while you're strolling through Petralona, and hop on the metro at Petralona Station to see more of the surrounding area.
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.
Gazi
Well-liked for its restaurants and museums, Gazi is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Technopolis and Synchrono Theater, and jump on the metro at Kerameikos Station to get around the city.
Koukaki
Visitors to Koukaki love its fascinating museums, and you can check out Acropolis Museum and Emotions Museum of Childhood. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Akropoli Station.
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.
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.
