The ancient wonders of Athens start at your doorstep. Most of the city’s highlights are within a 20-minute walk of the apartments.
Koukaki is one of the best bases in the city: the Acropolis is up the street, the old town of Plaka is around the corner, and Akropoli metro station is just 300 metres away.
The big names are practically next door, so you can visit before the crowds and come back for a rest.
A striking modern museum with the Parthenon sculptures, glass floors over an excavated ancient neighbourhood, and a café terrace looking up at the Acropolis.
The 5th-century BC citadel that defines Athens. Use the south-slope entrance on Dionysiou Areopagitou and arrive at opening time to beat the heat.
The wide pedestrian promenade that curves around the Acropolis, lined with pine trees, street musicians and some of the city’s best views.
Pine-scented paths lead to a hilltop monument with a postcard view of the Parthenon. A local favourite at sunset.
On the south slope of the Acropolis, this is where the great Greek tragedies and comedies were first performed.
A small, surprising museum in Koukaki showing thousands of pieces inspired by Greek history and nature.
Wander through the old town and discover the heart of ancient and modern Athens.
The old town under the Acropolis: winding lanes, neoclassical houses, tavernas and small shops.
A hidden village of whitewashed, island-style houses tucked into the slope of the Acropolis. It feels like the Cyclades in the middle of the city.
Towering columns of what was once the largest temple in Greece, next to Hadrian’s Arch.
A rocky outcrop next to the Acropolis with free, sweeping views over the city. Beautiful at sunset.
The heart of ancient Athenian life, with the Temple of Hephaestus, one of the best-preserved Greek temples anywhere.
A lively square with the famous flea market, street food, rooftop bars and views of the Acropolis.
Take the metro from Akropoli station or hop in a taxi to see another side of Athens.
Watch the changing of the Evzones guard in front of Parliament, then escape the heat in the shady National Garden.
The all-marble stadium that hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.
The highest point in central Athens, with a 360° view from the sea to the mountains.
A park, library and opera house designed by Renzo Piano, with a canal, gardens and free events.
Greece is right there. These are easy day trips from Athens.
The Temple of Poseidon on a cliff above the Aegean. Stay for one of the most beautiful sunsets in Greece.
A relaxed island a short ferry ride away, famous for its pistachios, beaches and fishing harbour.
Swim at the beaches and coves along the coast south of Athens.
Stay in Koukaki and see the city on foot, with the Acropolis just up the street.
Walking times are approximate, from Misaraliotou 1.