Peiraiki Travel Guide
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
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Athens & Acropolis Highlights: Greek Mythology Small-Group Tour
Athens Sightseeing Small Group Tour (Acropolis Tickets Included)
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Top hotels in Peiraiki
Grand Hyatt Athens
Enjoyed all the pools
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Stanley
Check in initially went well. We were told we were given a room upgrade. The room was definitely not an upgrade!! The floor was under construction and the noise level was extremely loud! A lot of hammering and drilling. When we inquired how long the noise would continue, we were told it was from ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
The property and staff service was excellent. Breakfast bar provided good options. I found it difficult to modify my reservation via Expedia. It was cumbersome and not convenient.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
The Astor was a wonderful boutique style hotel set in the heart of Athens! It was in walking distance of many great restaurants and places to souvenir shop or regular shop. The staff was very attentive! The restaurant at the top had an AMAZING view of The Acropolis and the ambience was nice as well! ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
President Hotel Athens
The staff were excellent and the Buffet Breakfast was one of the best I have had on my many travels Well Done !!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Everything was excellent.
Reviewed on 7 May 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 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.
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.
