Kastella
Athens
Popular places to visit
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 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.
Lavrio Port
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Lavrio Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Acropolis Museum
This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
Things to do
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
Top hotels in Kastella
The Stanley
Hotel facilites are prrtty average. The 'heated' pool was not at all warm, the restaurant food and bar are ok but extremely expensive
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Really clean and quiet room. The restaurant on the 9th floor was great and the staff was very attentive. Check in and check out went smoothly.
Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Nice staff
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Nice view on 10th floor restaurant to Acropolis all days and nights! Staffs are courteous and friendly; room is spacious and clean, Breakfast is excellent with fresh ingredients and many choices; The hotel location is excellent located right in the heart of the city center and walking distance to ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2026
Electra Palace Athens
Fantastic property . #1 place to stay in Athens by far
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Very nice hotel,,,great services and amazing staffs. Felt very welcomed and helped.
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kastella
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.
Koukaki
Visitors to Koukaki love its fascinating museums, and you can check out Acropolis Museum and Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies. 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 Temple of Hephaestos and Ancient Agora of Athens. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.
Anafiotika
The abundant dining options and interesting 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.
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.
