The friendly area of Piraeus awaits your stay
Enjoy the museums and other features of Piraeus. Well known for its cafes, shopping and bars, this welcoming city won't disappoint. Port of Piraeus and Acropolis are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. A holiday rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Sightseeing in and around Piraeus
Do you want to discover attractions to visit while you're in town? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Piraeus a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Pedion Areos Park (6 mi / 9.7 km)
- Glyfada Golf Club of Athens (7 mi / 11.3 km)
- Attica Zoological Park (14.5 mi / 23.3 km)
- Allou Fun Park (2.5 mi / 4.1 km)
- Glyfada Sea Turtle Rescue Centre (7.5 mi / 12.1 km)
- OnAqua Sports Park (8.7 mi / 14 km)
Exploring the natural features in Piraeus
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Piraeus is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are some of the area's noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Votsalakia Beach (0.6 mi / 1 km)
- Stavros Niarchos Park (2.5 mi / 4 km)
- Edem Beach (3.2 mi / 5.2 km)
- Athens National Garden (5.3 mi / 8.6 km)
- Pedion Areos Park (6 mi / 9.7 km)
- Mount Lycabettus (6.1 mi / 9.8 km)
Transport to and around Piraeus
The nearest airport is in Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos), located 16.4 mi (26.3 km) from the city centre.
If you'd rather travel by train, make your way to Piraeus Railway Station or Piraeus Lefka Station and explore the city from there. It's easy to get around Piraeus by catching a ride on the metro at Dimarcheio Tram Stop, Agia Triada Tram Stop or Plateia Deligianni Tram Stop.