Peristeria Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Peristeria
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.
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 award-winning modern museum for the ancient treasures of the Acropolis has a few surprises up its sleeve.
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.
Activities
Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
Athens Walks Food Tour: Markets, Tastings & Meals
Our pick of the best Peristeria Hotel Deals
The Stanley
"Just came back, good location,breakfast was amazing,outdoor pool was really nice , we love the lounge,only thing was rooms needs to be updated."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
"The breakfast, spa, and pools are great. Possibly the best breakfast buffet we’ve had on a trip before. However, our room smelled like smoke for the entirety of the trip despite communicating our displeasure with the front desk. Upon check in, we had to bring our many bags up to our room ourselves ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Titania Hotel
"Good room, good people"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Astor Hotel Athens
"Beautiful love it thanks for everything"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
"This is my now go to place to say in Athens. Staff was amazing. Breakfast was great."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
President Hotel Athens
"One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at in Europe. Friendly and welcoming staff, very attentive to the guests."
Reviewed on 24 May 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.
Elliniko
If you're spending time in Elliniko, check out sights like The Ellinikon Experience Park or Agiou Alexandrou Beach and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Agios Alexandros Station or Ellinon Olympionikon 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.
