Peristeria
Athens
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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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers
Top hotels in Peristeria
The Stanley
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Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Perfect location, very friendly staff, excellent restaurant with great view
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
Good location, excellent staff and fantastic view of the Acropolis from the breakfast area and bar. Easy walking distance to airport train, main shopping street and tourist attractions. There is an active nightlife close by so can be noisy, but that goes with being so central.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Electra Palace Athens
Right in the centre of Athens. Can walk to majority of the sights.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Clean room, great breakfast, and extremely helpful staff
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Peristeria
Neos Kosmos
The restaurants and shopping are a few things visitors like about Neos Kosmos. Check out Onassis Cultural Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Neos Kosmos Station or Kasomouli Station to get around town.
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.
Kynosargous
Even though there aren't top sights in Kynosargous, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Acropolis. Jump on the metro at Leoforos Vouliagmenis Station to see more of the city.
