Kolokynthou (Greek: Κολοκυνθού pronounced [ko.lo.cinˈθu]) is a neighborhood of Athens, Greece. In the past, in this area there were farms and gardens.

Kolokynthou
Κολοκυνθού
Neighborhood
Location within Athens
Location within Athens
Coordinates: 37°59′48″N 23°42′13″E / 37.99667°N 23.70361°E / 37.99667; 23.70361
CountryGreece
RegionAttica
CityAthens
Postal code
104 42
Area code210
Websitewww.cityofathens.gr

The neighbourhood's name likely relates with the Greek word kolokythi ("zucchini") that was ordinary in the gardens. Today this area is an industrial zone between Colonus and Peristeri.