Peiraiki 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 lively bars 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.
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 stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
Activities
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
Athens & Acropolis Highlights: Greek Mythology Small-Group Tour
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Our pick of the best Peiraiki Hotel Deals
The Stanley
The breakfast is amazing with lots of varieties. The roof t
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Good
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Room was clean and spacious. Lobby and facilities generally were in need of updating
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Excellent breakfast amazing view and location and clean.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
The breakfast was delicious and a beautiful view.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Electra Palace Athens
It was a pleasure to stay there.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Peiraiki
Petralona
Be sure to check out the monuments and historical sites while you're strolling through Petralona, and hop on the metro at Petralona Station to see more of the surrounding area.
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.
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.
Thissio
Visitors often come to Thissio for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Temple of Hephaestos and Ancient Agora of Athens. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.
Anafiotika
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Anafiotika. A stop by Acropolis Museum or Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum might round out your trip.
Makrigianni
While you're in Makrigianni, take in top sights like Acropolis Museum and jump on the metro at Akropoli Station to see more of the city.
