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 holiday in Athens. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
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.
Things to do
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon: Small Group Tour
Top hotels in Koukaki
Acropolis Magenta
Very clean facilities. Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. Good location - all major sites within walking distance.
Reviewed on 7 Jan, 2026
Divani Palace Acropolis
Hospitality was great. Location was great, highly recommend
Reviewed on 31 Dec, 2025
Athens Studios
The family studio was really spacious for a family of 4 with two teenagers. Love having the kitchenette. The breakfast was great. Lots of options. The area was excellent, close to everything!
Reviewed on 7 Jan, 2026
Herodion Athens
The staff were so friendly, the rooftop bar and jacuzzi areas were fabulous. The bedrooms are a little dated but still very comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
COCO-MAT Athens BC
2nd time with the CocoMat BC - I continue to like this property. Its convenient location to the Athens city center, the service, the view of the Acropolis, the delicious breakfast. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 8 Jan, 2026
Acropolis Select Hotel
Breakfast food is fresh and good quality..premium meats, eggs, fresh fruits, Greek yogurt and Greek honey with potati croquettes, pastries, and cereals. Very nice selection at a nice price:)
Reviewed on 4 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Koukaki
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.
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.
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 Ancient Agora of Athens and Stoa of Attalos. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.
