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 top-notch restaurants 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.
Acropolis Museum
This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.
Ermou Street
During your trip to Athens, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ermou Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour
Meteora Day Trip with Audio Guide and Lunch Option
Top hotels in Petralona
The Stanley
Good hotel
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
All perfect!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Acropolis Magenta
Very clean facilities. Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. Good location - all major sites within walking distance.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Electra Palace Athens
Big room and beautiful views
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
President Hotel Athens
Very nice
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Petralona
Gazi
Well liked for its restaurants and museums, Gazi is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Technopolis and Synchrono Theater, and jump on the metro at Kerameikos Station to get around the city.
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.
