Lavrio Travel Guide
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 Parthenon – the iconic symbol of Greek culture and civilization – is just one of the many temples on the Acropolis that still inspire awe, 2500 years later.
Syntagma Square
The city centre square where lawns lie, trees sway and parliament lives – as does the changing of the guard.
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 award-winning modern museum for the ancient treasures of the Acropolis has a few surprises up its sleeve.
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Size mattered for the builders of this enormous Greek temple – Pisistratus, the Greek tyrant, and Roman Emperor Hadrian – and it inspires awe even in ruins.
Activities
City Sightseeing Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Athens: Guided Tour of Acropolis and Parthenon Tickets Included
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Other neighbourhoods around Lavrio
Kato Sounion
Restaurants and beaches are notable features of Kato Sounion. You might consider stopping by Asimáki while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Sounio
You might appreciate the restaurants and beaches in Sounio, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Sounion Beach and Temple of Poseidon are just a few notable stops.
Porto Rafti
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Porto Rafti. You might want to make time for a stop at Agios Spyridonas Beach or Erotospiliá.
Pangrati
You'll enjoy the cafes and gardens in Pangrati. You might want to make time for a stop at Saint Spyridon Orthodox Church or Goulandris Museum of Modern Art.
Hilton
While visiting Hilton, you might make a stop by sights like Athens National Gallery and Athens War Museum.
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.