Petralona
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.
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 family-friendly area.
Things to do
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Skip the Line Ticket to Athens Acropolis Museum
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
Athens Full Day Tour, Acropolis, Museum & Cape Sounion
Athens: Acropolis Entry Ticket with optional self-guided audio tour
Top hotels in Petralona
Grand Hyatt Athens
Did not get a free breakfast but the food was good. The Staff were nice. Nice place to stay. Room was clean. Pool did not try.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
The Stanley
Best location and service
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
President Hotel Athens
Room was clean - still think the experience is marred by the fact the hotel charges for bottled water in the room after the first night … bizarre policy.. never seen that in a decent business hotel
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Sofitel Athens Airport
Room was very clean, bed was very nice, staff was courteous, only negative was the walls were pretty thin. We could hear the family next door all night.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Zeus Essence Ramada by Wyndham Athens
great location - clean rooms, awesome pool aras
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
PLAY Theatrou Athens
Excellent staff and location
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
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 Monastiraki Flea Market. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.
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.
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.
Koukaki
Visitors to Koukaki love its fascinating museums, and you can check out Acropolis Museum and Emotions Museum of Childhood. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Akropoli Station.
Monastiraki
Monastiraki is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.
Petralona
- Port of Piraeus
- Acropolis
- Syntagma Square
- Parthenon
- Rafina Port
- Monastiraki Flea Market
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Alimos Marina
- Panathenaic Stadium
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- Spyros Louis Olympic Stadium
- Port of Peiraias
- Glyfada Shopping District
- Omonoia Square
- Factory Outlet Airport
- McArthurGlen Designer Outlet
