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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
Learn about the history of Acropolis, one of the top monuments in Athens. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Syntagma Square
Learn about the history of Syntagma Square, one of the top monuments in Athens. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Piraeus Vacations
Discovering the real essence of Piraeus begins with researching a few basic facts. Are you ready to find out just where this alluring destination is and what there is to do there?
Piraeus is a neighborhood in the country's capital, Athens. It's located 5 miles (8 kilometers) to the southwest of the city center.
Ready to rub shoulders with the locals? 650,000 people call Athens home.
Places to visit in Piraeus
One of the best ways to experience an authentic taste of a region's culture is to venture to its bustling marketplaces. Peruse the wares and shop like the local people do at Piraeus Flea Market. Seeking more close by options? You'll discover an amazing assortment of anthropological items on exhibition at Archaeological Museum of Piraeus. It's sure to be an educational and fun outing for the entire family! But there's more. Water transportation helped to drastically change the world and is still an integral part of our global economy. Stop by Hellenic Maritime Museum and delve into some interesting maritime history.Where do you fly into for Piraeus?
Landing at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)? Piraeus is just 16 miles (26 kilometers) away. Grab a coffee, hail a cab and you'll arrive before you know it!Photos of local treasures
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