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 lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Acropolis
The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.
Syntagma Square
This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.
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.
Lavrio Port
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Lavrio Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Acropolis Museum
This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.
Top hotels in Petralona
Sofitel Athens Airport
Expensive for a very basic room.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
The Stanley
The room was clean, however the first weekend we stayed before going to Santorini we didn’t have air conditioning which sucked. But when we came back the air conditioning was working and the second stay was much more enjoyable. The staff was super welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was very good with ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Rooms were very clean, a great size / space and well equipped. Breakfast was great, plenty of options and time to enjoy. Staff at the hotel were excellent
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
The hotel is nice, the family room we had was big and comfortable. The best thing about this hotel is the location, it’s centrally located and you can go anywhere by foot within 5-10 min. Breakfast is good with a very nice view of the acropolis. The only thing I didn’t like in the hotel was the staff. ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
From the moment of arrival to checkout the staff was amazingly helpful. They accommodated our early arrival, got us extra bedding, arranged our taxi to airport and even pointed us in the right direction for the little things we wanted to see/do. Highly recommend this hotel and will rebook on our ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
President Hotel Athens
Average
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Petralona
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.
Plaka
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Plaka. Check out Adrianou Street or Roman Agora while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Akropoli Station to get around town.
