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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable 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 Sounio
Cape Sounio, A Grecotel Resort to Live
The location is absolutely beautiful, the food delicious and the staff were amazing and helpful. They even packed us takeaway breakfasts when we had early morning excursions. Not to mention the stunning beach and the wonderful view of the Temple of Poseidon. We visited at the end of the September ...
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
Overall amazing
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Zeus Dolce by Wyndham Athens
Excellent
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
Aethon Airport Project Hotel-Free Shuttle
Great communication and loved the shuttle service from the airport. Just a heads up for future travelers - the church bells next door go off very early and are very loud on special holidays!
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
The Margi
Beautiful property, wonderful team, every part of our stay was great. The bar was great for a pre dinner drink and the breakfast is a fantastic array of fresh quality food.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso
I love staying here! I have been a guest for seven years and every time I leave I tell myself I am coming back!
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sounio
Porto Rafti
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Porto Rafti. You might want to make time for a stop at Agios Spyridonas Beach or Erotospiliá.
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.
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.
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.
Hilton
While visiting Hilton, you might make a stop by sights like Athens War Museum and Athens National Gallery.
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.
