Sounio
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 ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.
Syntagma Square
This square was built in ancient times and remains at the center of political and social activity in modern Athens.
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 modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.
Things to do
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Skip the Line Ticket to Athens Acropolis Museum
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
Meteora Day Trip with Audio Guide and Lunch Option
Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour from Athens
Top hotels in Sounio
Cape Sounio, A Grecotel Resort to Live
The location is absolutely beautiful, the food delicious and the staff were amazing and helpful. They even packed us takeaway breakfasts when we had early morning excursions. Not to mention the stunning beach and the wonderful view of the Temple of Poseidon. We visited at the end of the September ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
Highly recommended hotel. The breakfast and the restaurant was excellent. Special thanks to Esmeralda at the restaurant for making this trip memorable. Could not be more pleased with the stay.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Zeus Dolce by Wyndham Athens
Staff and place was clean. Definitely not a 5 star hotel, even 4 star is a push. Everything costs extra. We came
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Aethon Airport Project Hotel-Free Shuttle
I chose to book this place in Athens in part because of their shuttle service. I arrived when it was already dark. Before my flight to Athens, I sent a message through Expedia. They replied asking for additional details, which I provided, but I never received a response. I sent several follow-up ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
GK Airport Suites - Free Shuttle
Excellent service
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso
Staff was amazing, phenomenal stay I would definitely come back. I appreciate the attentiveness they showed me. Very clean, amenities were great and the view was perfect.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sounio
Porto Rafti
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Porto Rafti. You might want to make time for a stop at Erotospiliá or Agios Spyridonas Beach.
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.
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.
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.
Mets
Though Mets may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Acropolis and Syntagma Square.
Hilton
While visiting Hilton, you might make a stop by sights like Athens National Gallery and Athens War Museum.
