Kolonaki, Athens

Name: Kolonaki
Address: Athens, Greece

#163 among attractions in Athens

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Kolonaki, literally "Little Column", is an upscale neighborhood in central Athens, Greece. It is located on the southern slopes of Lycabettus hill. Its name derives from the two metre column that defined the area even before the area's urbanization. ()

Local name: Κολωνάκι Coordinates: 37°58'44"N, 23°44'39"E

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Kolonaki – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Voukourestiou Street, Benaki Museum, National Garden, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

0.5 miW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Voukourestiou Street, Athens
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Athens, Voukourestiou Street epitomizes luxury and exclusivity, offering a shopping experience that caters to those with a penchant for high-end fashion and refined tastes. This prestigious shopping district is renowned for its array of designer...
~1540 ftSW
Museum, Art museum
Benaki Museum, Athens
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Athens, the Benaki Museum stands as a beacon of Greek culture and history. This illustrious institution, founded in 1930 by Antonis Benakis in memory of his father Emmanuel Benakis, is renowned for its extensive collection that spans the breadth...
0.5 miSW
Scenic park with archeological remains
National Garden, Athens
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Athens, the National Garden offers a verdant retreat from the bustling cityscape. This lush park, spanning about 15.5 hectares, is a haven for locals and tourists alike, seeking solace amid its leafy avenues and peaceful pathways.
0.5 miSW
Memorial
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Athens
13 min walk • In the heart of Athens, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier stands as a solemn memorial to the unidentified soldiers who have given their lives for Greece. This revered monument is located in Syntagma Square, before the Hellenic Parliament building.
~1430 ftS
Collection of frescoes and artifacts
Byzantine and Christian Museum, Athens
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Athens, the Byzantine and Christian Museum stands as a beacon of cultural heritage, offering a deep dive into the historical and artistic traditions of Byzantium and the wider Greek world. With its extensive collection of more than 25,000...
~1140 ftN
Landmark hill with an amphitheater
Mount Lycabettus, Athens
6 min walk • Mount Lycabettus stands as a limestone beacon in the heart of Athens, Greece, offering panoramic views of the sprawling city below. Rising 300 meters above sea level, this prominent hill is not only a natural landmark but also a cultural hub, thanks to the presence of...
0.5 miW
Coins and medals dating to 1300 B.C.
Numismatic Museum, Athens
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Athens, the Numismatic Museum offers a unique glimpse into the rich tapestry of Greek history through the lens of currency. Housed in the illustrious Ilion Melathron, the palatial home designed by famed architect Ernst Ziller for Heinrich...
~1230 ftS
Museum, Vernacular architecture
Stathatos Mansion, Athens
6 min walk • The Stathatos building is a neoclassical villa on the Vasilissis Sofias Avenue. It was built in 1895 by the Saxon-Greek architect Ernst Ziller for the Stathatos Family.
~1320 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, Military museum
Athens War Museum, Athens
7 min walk • The Athens War Museum, established on July 18, 1975, is the museum of the Greek Armed Forces. Its purpose is the exhibition of weapon artifacts and the relevant research in the history of war. It covers the history of war in all ages.
~1290 ftSW
Cycladic art museum with kids' exhibits
Museum of Cycladic Art, Athens
7 min walk • The Nicholas P. Goulandris Foundation - Museum of Cycladic Art is a museum of Athens. It houses a notable collection of artifacts of Cycladic art.
0.6 miE
Sizable concert hall with performances
Athens Concert Hall, Athens
15 min walk • The Athens Concert Hall is a concert hall located on Vasilissis Sofias Avenue in Athens, Greece. The Hall was inaugurated in 1991 with two halls.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kolonaki?

Nearby attractions include Mount Lycabettus, Athens (6 min walk), Kolonaki Square, Athens (6 min walk), Stathatos Mansion, Athens (6 min walk), Gennadius Library, Athens (7 min walk).

How to get to Kolonaki by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kolonaki:

Bus

Πλουταρχου • Lines: 022, 060 (2 min walk)
Λουκιανου • Lines: 022, 060, 100 (3 min walk)

Train

Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Lower Station (3 min walk)
Lycabettus Hill Funicular - Top Station (6 min walk)

Trolleybus

Stop • Lines: 3 (6 min walk)
Σταθμοσ Ευαγγελισμοσ • Lines: 3 (7 min walk)

Metro

Evangelismos • Lines: Μ3 (7 min walk)
Megaro Mousikis Metro • Lines: Μ3 (13 min walk)

Tram

Syntagma • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (15 min walk)
Zappeion • Lines: Τ4, Τ5 (20 min walk)