Petralona 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
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum
Meteora Day Trip with Audio Guide and Lunch Option
Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour
Top hotels in Petralona
The Stanley
The property was generally very good. Negatives: The gym and sauna let it down and the roof top pool is quite small considering the size of the hotel. The breakfast is quite cheap and unhealthy Positives: the location is excellent with public transport near by but also very walkable. The food was ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
30 min walk from the Parthenon. Great Service, comfortable room.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Great location with a rooftop restaurant with a spectacular view.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Only hotel at the airport so be prepared to pay a premium. Staff was nice but there is no above and beyond or any of the engaging Greek culture from other hotels. Leaving early in the morning the tables in the bar area were still dirty and hadn't been cleaned (fair warning to late arrivals). There ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
the staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Electra Palace Athens
Mature couple with an autistic teen. We had fantastic time and was made to feel very welcome. Greeted at the door by concierge and fast check in. We had a beautiful suite which we could just afford in February. Everything you need with tea/coffee machine, minibar, complementary toiletries. King size ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Petralona
Thissio
Visitors often come to Thissio for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Ancient Agora of Athens and Stoa of Attalos. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.
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.
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.
Monastiraki
Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Monastiraki Square and Ermou Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.
Plaka
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Plaka. Check out Adrianou Street or Roman Agora while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Akropoli Station to get around town.
