Port of Piraeus
Port of Piraeus
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- Thomas VOakland, California17,780 contributionsBusy and ChaoticThis is where our ship anchored. It is a very busy port and a huge area. Lots of ferries to the islands, and that is where you will find lots of passengers and car traffic. Can be chaotic. Also some cruise ships, like ours. And then there are the container ships. The chaos can feel uncomfortable and confusing.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 17 March 2024
- 2016Annette13Baden, Switzerland277 contributionsPiräus, Zea Marina, MikrolimanoPiraeus, the big port, is unattractive. Still, the huge ferries, container ships and luxury liners are impressive. But I wouldn't extra go there for those, we just passed on the way to the metro. Zea marina is nicer, with big private yachts and some restaurants and bars. We didn't check them out, maybe we were scared off by the expensive boats. Mikrolimano is nice. Many restaurants around a quiet bay with some smaller private ships and trawlers. After lunch there you can walk up Kastella hill and walk back to the metro via some shopping streets.Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 13 April 2024
- Julia SWales, United Kingdom134 contributionsPlenty to see and do at the port.It was so hot when we arrived. Tender from the ship. Plenty of buses and tour shops so don’t pay overpriced ship prices. We went on hop off bus to Acropolis. Athens traffic is crazy! Got to Acropolis but it is very steep and little shade or places to sit. Queues were very very long so we didn’t make it unfortunately. Not really suitable for people with problems walking far.Visited July 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 27 July 2024
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callie
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates125 contributions
July 2024 • Family
The Port was easy to navigate and strict on time limits. We took a taxi from Plaka area Port. It was 25 Euros and takes 15 minutes. We were leaving on a Royal Caribbean cruise, and it was at the end of the Port. The taxi pulled up with the others, and we got out and dropped our luggage under the tents. We then proceded indoors for check-in. There were multiple lines, and they were all moving fast. We then went through security and walked outdoors through a courtyard area directly into the ship. The entire process for us was 15 minutes. Our check-in time was 11 am. I would say that was my least stressful embarkation ever. Although, if you show up after latest time to arrive or without property documents, you will be left at the dock. We saw 4 families leave.
Written 8 October 2024
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hmartinez1980
3 contributions
Sept 2023 • Family
It’s a port. The service people was short with us. Almost annoyed. I am glad I booked online. If I had more than a question it would have been unpleasant. Upon my return the taxis outside try to scam you for $35 so called flat rate for a ride. Another driver offered to do it for $20, the scam driver tried to fight him. Book a ride through Uber
Written 1 October 2023
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frederic s
10 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
slept in the only 4 or 5 star hotel in Piraeus, the Theoxenia Hotel Piraeus
at €211 for two nights and very well located and secure but taxi required to go to the port with suitcases. The taxi drops us off at the foot of the boat. Not much to say about the port from which we only embark and disembark.
Lots of cool shops on the main streets of Piraeus. Especially to do the small Marina Mikrolimano with many small and large restaurants of good quality especially the super nice Enteuktḗrio and very good fresh products located on the right on a typical Greek restaurant height.
at €211 for two nights and very well located and secure but taxi required to go to the port with suitcases. The taxi drops us off at the foot of the boat. Not much to say about the port from which we only embark and disembark.
Lots of cool shops on the main streets of Piraeus. Especially to do the small Marina Mikrolimano with many small and large restaurants of good quality especially the super nice Enteuktḗrio and very good fresh products located on the right on a typical Greek restaurant height.
Written 2 September 2023
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sandro712
Naples, Italy881 contributions
July 2024 • Family
The visit to the Port of Piraeus took place in extreme weather conditions: at least 40 C ° , under a merciless sun and arrived at rush hour!
So, as a non sun lover I visited this beautiful place. I alternated short views of the seafront (in the sun), with long walks in the shade of the buildings.
The latter impressed me very much: entrances adorned with marble and plants, huge balconies and equally vast rooms; one can see that these accommodations are intended for wealthy people.
The streets were wide though not spotless. We visited the small port: very nice with moored yachts. The sea was a pristine blue, despite the enormous maritime traffic.
Recommendation (not at rush hour) a visit.
So, as a non sun lover I visited this beautiful place. I alternated short views of the seafront (in the sun), with long walks in the shade of the buildings.
The latter impressed me very much: entrances adorned with marble and plants, huge balconies and equally vast rooms; one can see that these accommodations are intended for wealthy people.
The streets were wide though not spotless. We visited the small port: very nice with moored yachts. The sea was a pristine blue, despite the enormous maritime traffic.
Recommendation (not at rush hour) a visit.
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Written 17 August 2024
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Mickaël R
12 contributions
June 2023 • Family
“Obligatory” passage to take a ferry towards the islands.
Arriving at night, head to the hotel located 5 minutes from the ferry dock. At night you don't notice much, even if the city doesn't seem very friendly. What surprises and annoys the most is the smell...the omnipresent smell of exhaust gases!!! And for good reason: in the early morning, once the sun rises, Pireaus is no longer hidden. An old town, buildings in very poor condition, and work everywhere, which seems more like DIY than real renovations. Direction the quays, and there, we finally understand this smell of exhaust gas: dozens of ferries, and their chimneys which constantly spew nauseating clouds!!
Access to the platforms is relatively easy, the indications rather brief. Allow time, the platforms are at least 2 km long, so don't hesitate to ask for help from the "huts" of the different companies. They help you even if your ticket is for a different boat than theirs.
Arriving at night, head to the hotel located 5 minutes from the ferry dock. At night you don't notice much, even if the city doesn't seem very friendly. What surprises and annoys the most is the smell...the omnipresent smell of exhaust gases!!! And for good reason: in the early morning, once the sun rises, Pireaus is no longer hidden. An old town, buildings in very poor condition, and work everywhere, which seems more like DIY than real renovations. Direction the quays, and there, we finally understand this smell of exhaust gas: dozens of ferries, and their chimneys which constantly spew nauseating clouds!!
Access to the platforms is relatively easy, the indications rather brief. Allow time, the platforms are at least 2 km long, so don't hesitate to ask for help from the "huts" of the different companies. They help you even if your ticket is for a different boat than theirs.
Written 10 August 2023
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Zoi g
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Nov 2023 • Solo
I travel very often and I want to inform the PPA of the situation. Inconvenience for regular travelers! It smells like a urinal! The PPA passenger waiting area & the specially designed area are occupied! It's a hot spot! Homeless & Dependent Asylum. A popular dormitory. A health issue is raised! The smell is awful! If you have to travel in the morning or evening or when there are difficult weather conditions, it is a hassle, you have nowhere to stand! The WC vandalized..You hate to go! There is disorder! Let the taxi drivers occupy the exit inside the port and cause congestion for travelers who want to exit. I am attaching pictures!
Written 25 November 2023
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Χριστίνα Σ
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Dec 2023 • Family
Lots of dirt and grime, awful smells! For years, a decadent situation has been maintained in front of the port, while the relevant ministries, unfortunately, have taken notice, for some reason they do not take care. Christmas and for the first time we happened to see the specially designed passenger accommodation area open, but in the end it was not opened for travelers but to host homeless people.. Congratulations to the PPA for the initiative, although I believe that such an organization with the subsidies it receives, will he could have allocated a more appropriate space for the homeless and not the space for the traveling public... Gate E8 E9 terrible condition, all this next to the port station of Argosaronicos! In general, the port is a camp! A picture is worth 1000 words! Interests that maintain this status. The most inhospitable and decadent port in Europe. Disgust and stench. Dangerous place. Passenger waiting areas are unacceptable. The toilets are non-functional. Homeless everywhere. Harassment by beggars, peddlers and (strange) people. Rude taxi drivers with unprofessional behavior who invade the space and block the exits, pounce on you to get a ride and if you ask for a relatively nearby destination, they refuse you their services. In general, I recommend caution.
Written 25 December 2023
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2016Annette13
Baden, Switzerland277 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
Piraeus, the big port, is unattractive. Still, the huge ferries, container ships and luxury liners are impressive. But I wouldn't extra go there for those, we just passed on the way to the metro. Zea marina is nicer, with big private yachts and some restaurants and bars. We didn't check them out, maybe we were scared off by the expensive boats.
Mikrolimano is nice. Many restaurants around a quiet bay with some smaller private ships and trawlers. After lunch there you can walk up Kastella hill and walk back to the metro via some shopping streets.
Mikrolimano is nice. Many restaurants around a quiet bay with some smaller private ships and trawlers. After lunch there you can walk up Kastella hill and walk back to the metro via some shopping streets.
Written 13 April 2024
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Julia S
Wales, UK134 contributions
July 2024 • Couples
It was so hot when we arrived. Tender from the ship. Plenty of buses and tour shops so don’t pay overpriced ship prices. We went on hop off bus to Acropolis. Athens traffic is crazy! Got to Acropolis but it is very steep and little shade or places to sit. Queues were very very long so we didn’t make it unfortunately. Not really suitable for people with problems walking far.
Written 27 July 2024
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA17,780 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
This is where our ship anchored. It is a very busy port and a huge area. Lots of ferries to the islands, and that is where you will find lots of passengers and car traffic. Can be chaotic. Also some cruise ships, like ours. And then there are the container ships. The chaos can feel uncomfortable and confusing.
Written 17 March 2024
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What berth do Celestyal Cruise line berth on in Pireaus
Written 3 February 2024
C21
Baar, Germany
Hello friends,from wich side of the port leaves the ferry to Egina ? Or What gate ?
Written 31 January 2022
Is Piraeus port open in April? I see all the Athens hotels are closed in April. I would expect that the port will not be embarking or disembarking cruise ships during this period. So far, my cruise line has not advised.
Written 25 March 2020
Under normal circumstances the Port operates fully, the ferries still dock on a daily basis and it is an important transport hub for supplying the many Greek Islands that rely on goods from the mainland and transporting their own goods to the mainland as well as passengers heading for destinations all over the world, even the those Islands with International Airports like Crete have far fewer flights departing so many people travel to Athens to fly from there, so that means life is pretty normal in Pireaus, We stayed there in February and found all shops, cafés, bars and hotels open, HOWEVER, Greece like most of mainland is currently on lockdown so only essential businesses are open.
Written 26 March 2020
my family and I are planning to be here in the end of June, high turist season.
We would like to go to the islands (Hydra, Santorini and so on) via speed ferries ( jets).
The tickets are available now. But how far ahead should we book those tickets?
Thank you!
Written 8 January 2020
Book as far ahead as reasonably possible, or at least to the point you know your plans aren't going to change. Santorini is the most popular and books up the fastest, so I'd definitely book that island ASAP.
Also, I don't know how long you plan to stay on the islands, but I'd recommend a day trip for Santorini. However, the island is bound to be extremely crowded, so it ultimately depends on how much time you want to spend there.
Written 9 January 2020
Emily Abt
Sainte Genevieve, Missouri
We will be traveling from Athens to Crete during the Night therefore will not be booking a room. We were wondering if there is any place at the Port to store luggage or any where else during the day since we will already be checked out.
Written 8 August 2019
Am sorry. There are no place to keep your luggages at Pireus Port .
Written 8 August 2019
Where can I park my car near the port for a few days?
Written 27 June 2019
How do I get to Cruise Terminal A in
Piraeus from the metro?
Written 24 June 2019
Hi we didn’t use metro as a short walk from port you can get a hop on hop of bus we paid €15 caarefull as different bus companies charge different price for same journeys. It was very easy and could get to most of sights.
Written 24 June 2019
Ciao.Where to see the port from above?
Un punto panoramico per vedere il porto dall'alto? Thanks
Written 20 March 2019
Occorre salire, è possibile farlo ma conviene chiedere informazioni per percorrere la strada più breve.
Written 21 March 2019
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