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
Athens Sightseeing Small Group Tour (Acropolis Tickets Included)
Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
Zakynthos turtle spotting & swimming Tour with fully clear boat
Our pick of the best Peiraiki Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Athens
Staff were polite and helpful. One of the rooms had dirty crockery ( coffee cup had a red smear )
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
The Stanley
Location is close to Metro; Staffs are friendly; Room is spacious, but unfortunately with strong cigarette smell
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
2回目の利用です。コロナ前に宿泊して気に入ったのでまた利用させてもらいました。今回もサービスも良くて部屋も清潔で良かったです。バスタブが嬉しかったです。
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Clean and well equipped. Friendly staff. Best location for travellers
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Acropolis Magenta
Everything was great. A bit loud, if one prefers quiet.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Spotless room, friendly staff and an amazing view of the Acropolis from the 10th floor restaurant.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Peiraiki
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 Ancient Agora of Athens and Monastiraki Flea Market. 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.
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.
