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

Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience

Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens

Skip the Line Ticket to Athens Acropolis Museum

Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip

Meteora Day Trip with Audio Guide and Lunch Option
Top hotels in Sounio

Cape Sounio, A Grecotel Resort to Live
Not relevant Pool was closrd due to wheather
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
Most incredible property I have ever stayed in with the kindest and most attentive staff. There is nothing like it!
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Zeus Dolce by Wyndham Athens
Room was dirty, multiple items in need of repair. Someone entered our room one evening after we were in bed sleeping…broken dead bolt on room door!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026

Aethon Airport Project Hotel-Free Shuttle
We had a tight turn around in Athens and the hotel was great at arranging shuttles to and from the airport to fit our schedule. We were only in the room for about 6 hours, but everything was in order, Staff at the hotel and the shuttle drivers were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

GK Airport Suites - Free Shuttle
Everything
Reviewed on 5 Apr 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 Avláki.

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.

Hilton
While visiting Hilton, you might make a stop by sights like Athens National Gallery and Athens War Museum.

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.
