Kolonaki
Athens





Popular places to visit

Benaki Museum
Explore a smorgasbord of artifacts and artwork,from all of the important Greek eras, in this exquisitely restored mansion.
CAN
You can browse the exhibits at CAN, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Athens. Make time to visit the area's temples or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Museum of the History of the Greek Costume of the Lyceum Club of Greek Women
You can browse the exhibits at Museum of the History of the Greek Costume of the Lyceum Club of Greek Women, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Athens. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Museum of Cycladic Art
You can browse the exhibits at Museum of Cycladic Art, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Skoufa Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Skoufa Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Dexameni Square
You can find out about the history of Athens with a trip to Dexameni Square. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do

From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum

Athens Sightseeing Small Group Tour (Acropolis Tickets Included)

Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience

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

Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Top hotels in Kolonaki

Grand Hyatt Athens
Great breakfast and SPA facilities
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

The Stanley
Awesome place !
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Athens Gate Hotel
Room was very comfortable, the staff were very helpful and greeted me on every ingress and egress.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Acropolis Magenta
4.5 stars!! They were great at accommodating 2 extra nights because of flight cancellations. In such a good location and only about a 10 min walk to plaka.Check in process was very smooth. Full sized shower products & you can request cleaning every other day. Nice roof top seating area where you ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Sofitel Athens Airport
Clean and well equipped. Friendly staff. Best location for travellers
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Electra Metropolis Athens
Good staff; very courteous. We’ve stayed here before 8 years ago and loved it. The street facing rooms at the side can be a bit noisy - especially if you need to open the window to cool down, as the air conditioning only heats the air in February; it’s the same elsewhere too in Athens. We love the ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kolonaki

Neapoli
If you're spending some time in Neapoli, Museum and Study Centre of Greek Theatre and Olympia Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Athens City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Athens City Centre. Top attractions like Acropolis and Syntagma Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Panepistimio Station or Syntagma Station to see more of the city.

Syntagma
While you're in Syntagma, take in top sights like Syntagma Square and jump on the metro at Syntagma Station to see more of the city.

Exarcheia
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Exarcheia. A stop by National Archaeological Museum or Epigraphical Museum might round out your trip.

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.
