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 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.
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 modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.
Things to do
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
Athens & Acropolis Highlights: Greek Mythology Small-Group Tour
Top hotels in Petralona
The Stanley
Pool is fantastic!!!! Breakfast was good but could have some vegan options.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
Clean room with nice dining options. A bit pricey but location was perfect for our early morning flight to Amsterdam as it sits on the airport grounds a short 100 yard walk to check in counter. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Graet breakfast. Pool was very nice as was the gym.Room service good. Only draw back was poor quality towels.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Great stay, central to all of the best sites
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
We really enjoyed our stay at the Astor Hotel. The staff were wonderful, and the family room perfect for our needs. The breakfast buffet was lovely, and the setting exceptional, with a fabulous view of the Acropolis. The location is excellent for all of the archeological sites and to feel part of ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Electra Palace Athens
It was a pleasure to stay there.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Petralona
Thissio
Visitors often come to Thissio for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Temple of Hephaestos and Ancient Agora of Athens. 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 Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market, 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.
