Lavrio Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Port of Piraeus
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Acropolis
The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.
Syntagma Square
This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.
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.
Acropolis Museum
This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Pay homage to the father of the gods at this famous Athens landmark which took seven hundred years to build.
Activities
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers
Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
Athens: Acropolis Entry Ticket with optional self-guided audio tour
Skip the Line Ticket to Athens Acropolis Museum
Our pick of the best Lavrio Hotel Deals
Nikolakakis Rooms Lavrio
Room was good, bed was a little hard for my tastes. But clean and functional of not small.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Sofitel Athens Airport
Clean and cozy
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Zeus Dolce by Wyndham Athens
Excellent
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Comfort Stay Athens Airport Hotel - FREE shuttle from and to the airport
It was a nice and clean room. The check-in was easy. Staff were friendly and helpful. Beds were comfortable. The shower was amazing. Bathroom was a bit small. We didn't stay for breakfast since we had to catch a very early flight. The shuttle to the airport arrived right on time at 4 AM. In short, ...
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
Everyone and everything was simply spectacular
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso
I love staying here! I have been a guest for seven years and every time I leave I tell myself I am coming back!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lavrio
Porto Rafti
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Porto Rafti. You might want to make time for a stop at Agios Spyridonas Beach or Erotospiliá.
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.
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.
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.
Kolonaki
Spend some time visiting places like Benaki Museum while getting to know Kolonaki, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Aristippou Station or Evangelismos Station to see more of the area.
