Koukaki
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 travels to Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
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.
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.
Koukaki Hotel Deals
Athens Gate Hotel
Our room was beautiful. If you can get room 701, go for it. The balcony wraps from the front to the back and we had an unobstructed view of Zeus' temple and the Acropolis. The room had a sitting area with two chairs and the bedroom was separate. The only issue I had, and this is because I'm a picky ...
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Acropolis Magenta
Everything was great. A bit loud, if one prefers quiet.
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Divani Palace Acropolis
COCO-MAT Athens BC
Had a great stay here. Super friendly and helpful staff, nice breakfast (like the fresh orange juice machine) and it's right by the acropolis. There is also a metro station pretty much across the street so much of Athens is just a few steps away.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Herodion Athens
Great staff. Clean rooms. Very healthy breakfast. Kept me sustained all day! Gorgeous view of the Acropolis from the rooftop.
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Athens Studios
I loved the view/balcony. The room was clean with more than enough space. The location was great also central to the city and a very short walk to the Acropolis. Very nice staff. I would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Koukaki
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.
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
Discover the "Neighborhood of the Gods" with its close proximity to the Acropolis and numerous archaeological sites. Wander through Anafiotika's traditional Cycladic architecture and visit some of the numerous museums.
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.
Mets
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Mets and surrounding area, you can visit Acropolis and Syntagma Square.
