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 top-notch restaurants 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.
Glyfada's Second Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Glyfada's Second Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Glyfada. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Athens: Acropolis Museum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Skip the Line Ticket to Athens Acropolis Museum
Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Early Noon Tour
Top hotels in Petralona
Grand Hyatt Athens
Everything was very good
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
The Stanley
Internet, WiFi, breakfast and staff were all excellent. The room was small and there was no dresser or closet for hanging clothes, so we had to live out of suitcases. In all other regards, the hotel was very good.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Acropolis Magenta
The room was clean, spacious and had good natural and artificial lighting. Rooftop is a nice place to hang. Location is good
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
PLAY Theatrou Athens
Excellent staff and location
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Athens Gate Hotel
Courteous staff
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Electra Palace Athens
Location
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
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 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 Monastiraki Square and Ermou Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Monastiraki Station.
