The Port of Piraeus is on the coast of the Saronic Gulf, just a few kilometres from the centre of Athens, a city steeped in culture, with a history stretching back to the 6th century BC. At the highest point of the city is the Athenian Police, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which features: the Acropolis (the “sacred rock”), the Parthenon, i temples of Athena Polias e Nike, the’Eretteo, the Theatre of Dionysus, I Temple of Olympian Zeus, veritable symbols of the city! Athens is an excellent destination all year round thanks to its numerous cultural attractions and activities. Among the many itineraries, we recommend visiting the narrow streets of the city centre and exploring the historic neighbourhoods of Plaka, Thiseio e Monastiraki and climb the steps leading to the mountain Lycabettus. Among the many museums to visit, there is the Byzantine and Christian Museum, most important of all. During the summer, the city hosts festivals, concerts, and shows in open-air theatres, such as the’Odeon of Herodes Atticus, one of the oldest theatres in the city. Also worth seeing is the Orthodox cathedral Most Holy Trinity, in Neo-Byzantine style. Archaeological finds and works by contemporary Greek artists are also present in the stations of the 3 metro lines. Finally, let's not forget Athens' long coastline, which is home to several Crystal clear beaches. The seaside resorts are reachable by urban or interurban buses (KTEL Attikis).
The port of Athens, since ancient Greek times, has been one of the most important harbours in the Mediterranean. Athens is also served by other 2 portions: Rafina e Lavrio. It is connected year-round to Crete and to all the Aegean islands. Piraeus Port is easily reachable. From here, ferries depart for the Cyclades Islands, Crete, the Dodecanese Islands, the Northeastern Aegean Islands, the Saronic Gulf Islands (Egina, Agistri or Hydra) and Kythira.
Monuments and places of interest:
- The Acropolis and the Parthenon
- Herodes Atticus Odeon, in the heart of central Athens
- The Byzantine and Christian Museum
- The Archaeological Museum
- The National Garden of Athens and the neoclassical Zappeion Hall
- The ancient temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion
By ferry from Piraeus
The largest port in Athens is easily accessible by public transport. As far as passenger transport is concerned, ferries operating from the maritime station reach the Cyclades Islands, Crete and the Dodecanes, the Saronic Islands and other mainland and island locations in Greece. All ships dock in the port area Call Kantharos. Among the passenger terminals, connected by a free shuttle service, are the Miaoulis (Terminal A), the Themistocles (Terminal B) e the Alkimos (Terminal C); There are also 12 numbered gates for arrivals and departures. The electronic boards at the port indicate where the ship you are interested in departs from. The shuttle bus starts its route from the port entrance, near the underground and train stations.
