Koukaki
Athens
Popular places to visit
Acropolis Museum
This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
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 travels to Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.
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 ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.
Acropolis
The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.
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
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Combo Hop on Hop off Classic Tour of Athens,Piraeus& Beaches
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
Athens Sightseeing Small Group Tour (Acropolis Tickets Included)
Top hotels in Koukaki
Divani Palace Acropolis
Clean rooms, amazing location, helpful staff, overall a very comfortable stay
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
COCO-MAT Athens BC
Coco Mat Athens-BC was our first stay upon arriving in Greece. The location is just a short walk to the acropolis and SO much more. Not to mention, the staff members are amazing and go above and beyond to ensure every need is met. We loved our stay and would recommend it be the place to stay while ...
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Herodion Athens
Clean room, helpful staff, well prepared included breakfast, complimentary bottle of wine in our room and well stocked coffee and tea selection. The Point restaurant located on the 5th floor has incredible views of the Acropolis and the food is 5 Star! Front desk helped us with Taxi service and Hop-On-Hop-Off ...
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Athens Studios
Nice place to stay! Nice staff and clean
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Acropolis Magenta
Clean property.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Acropolis View Hotel
Clean room, good breakfast and an amazing view of the Acropolis
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Koukaki
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.
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.
Plaka
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travelers 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 Temple of Hephaestos and Ancient Agora of Athens. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Thissio Station.
