--- title: "Piraeus (Athens) Cruise Port" url: https://cruisello.com/destinations/eastern-mediterranean/piraeus-athens description: "The Acropolis beckons from the harbour" --- # Piraeus (Athens) 🇬🇷 · Greece · Eastern Mediterranean > "The Acropolis beckons from the harbour" ## At a Glance - **Avg. Ships/Day:** 1.7 - **Avg. Time in Port:** 11.3h - **Departure Sailings:** 531 - **Visiting Sailings:** 1,453 - **Cruise Lines:** 13 ## Photos - ![Piraeus (Athens), Greece](https://cruisello.com/img/ports/eastern-mediterranean/piraeus-athens/piraeus-athens-unsplash-yqbvjj8jgbq.webp) Photo by [Constantinos Kollias](https://unsplash.com/photos/acropolis-of-athens-at-golden-hour-yqBvJJ8jGBQ?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) - ![Piraeus (Athens), Greece](https://cruisello.com/img/ports/eastern-mediterranean/piraeus-athens/piraeus-athens-unsplash-fu4-n3-b3ms.webp) Photo by [Nor Azni Shahari](https://unsplash.com/photos/a-view-of-a-city-from-the-water-Fu4_N3_b3ms?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) - ![Piraeus (Athens), Greece](https://cruisello.com/img/ports/eastern-mediterranean/piraeus-athens/piraeus-athens-unsplash-zpjzduopwb8.webp) Photo by [Giannis Papaioannou](https://unsplash.com/photos/a-body-of-water-surrounded-by-mountains-and-clouds-ZpjZduoPWB8?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) - ![Piraeus (Athens), Greece](https://cruisello.com/img/ports/eastern-mediterranean/piraeus-athens/piraeus-athens-unsplash-id4r0bm0zdu.webp) Photo by [Enric Domas](https://unsplash.com/photos/aerial-view-of-city-buildings-during-daytime-iD4r0bm0ZDU?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) - ![Piraeus (Athens), Greece](https://cruisello.com/img/ports/eastern-mediterranean/piraeus-athens/piraeus-athens-unsplash-vkg-ct2sljk.webp) Photo by [Matthew Ye](https://unsplash.com/photos/a-view-of-a-city-with-a-hill-in-the-background-VKg-ct2sLjk?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) - ![Piraeus (Athens), Greece](https://cruisello.com/img/ports/eastern-mediterranean/piraeus-athens/piraeus-athens-unsplash-uhcnizifzw8.webp) Photo by [Rafael Hoyos Weht](https://unsplash.com/photos/a-view-of-a-city-from-a-high-point-of-view-UHcnIzIFZw8?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) - ![Piraeus (Athens), Greece](https://cruisello.com/img/ports/eastern-mediterranean/piraeus-athens/piraeus-athens-unsplash-hwj8wklpr94.webp) Photo by [Oleksii Khodakivskiy](https://unsplash.com/photos/aerial-view-photography-of-city-beside-forest-under-white-clouds-during-daytime-hwJ8wKlpr94?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) - ![Piraeus (Athens), Greece](https://cruisello.com/img/ports/eastern-mediterranean/piraeus-athens/piraeus-athens-unsplash-ilqmlvimn4c.webp) Photo by [Spencer Davis](https://unsplash.com/photos/view-of-brown-ruin-during-daytime-ilQmlVIMN4c?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) ## Peak season Apr – Oct 2,102 sailings over the next 12 months Busiest months: Jul (293 sailings), Jun (267 sailings), Aug (264 sailings) ## About Piraeus (Athens) Piraeus is the port for Athens, and the two are connected by metro (Line 1), which takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre. Ships dock at various terminals along the commercial harbour. Taxis from the port to central Athens are an alternative but traffic can be heavy. The Acropolis is the main attraction: the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and the Temple of Athena Nike sit on the hilltop above the city. The Acropolis Museum at the base displays the original sculptures and friezes in a modern glass building. The Plaka neighbourhood below the Acropolis has narrow streets, tavernas, and souvenir shops. The Ancient Agora and the Temple of Hephaestus are less crowded alternatives. Greek food from a taverna is the standard lunch: grilled meat, salad, tzatziki, bread, and house wine. The euro is the currency. ## Your day in Piraeus Walk out of the port. A free port bus runs from the far quays. ### Map - **Cruise terminal**: Terminals B and C (37.93530, 23.62514) - **Metro to Athens**: Piraeus station, 29 min walk (37.94806, 23.64258) Walking times from the cruise terminal: - Within 15 min: Tomb of Themistocles - Within 30 min: Archaeological Museum of Piraeus, Hellenic Maritime Museum - Within 45 min: Zea Marina Map data with the walking areas: [GeoJSON](https://cruisello.com/api/day-in-port/79754e6d-4b9d-4dc6-86a0-30e4079b9efc.geojson) ### What to see #### Archaeological Museum of Piraeus Bronze Apollo and Athena found in Piraeus in 1959. 21 min walk. (37.93716, 23.64421) ![Archaeological Museum of Piraeus](https://cruisello.com/img/places/Q637040/9d245c88992c1417-1440.webp) Photo: Giovanni Dall'Orto, Attribution, [source](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:7349_-_Piraeus_Arch._Museum%2C_Athens_-_Athena_-_Photo_by_Giovanni_Dall'Orto%2C_Nov_14_2009.jpg) #### Zea Marina Round yacht harbour lined with cafés. 32 min walk. (37.93559, 23.64817) ![Zea Marina](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1663617834134-a110e3afa58b?ixid=M3w5Nzg1OTl8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyfHxwaXJhZXVzfGVufDB8fHx8MTc5MzU5OTA1OHww&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&w=1440&fit=max&auto=format&q=75) Photo: [Karol Chomka](https://unsplash.com/@karolchomka), [Unsplash License](https://unsplash.com/license), [source](https://unsplash.com/photos/a-city-with-many-boats-Nz3xJ-BKaNU) #### Veakio Theatre Open-air theatre on Kastella hill, with views over the port. Taxi, about 10 min. (37.93881, 23.65633) ![Veakio Theatre](https://cruisello.com/img/places/Q16328701/eb1803a4b27ab6c3-1440.webp) Photo: StrangeTraveler, [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/), [source](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Veakio_Theater_(03-05-2024).jpg) #### Cruiser Georgios Averof Armoured cruiser from 1910, now a museum ship. Taxi, about 15 min. (37.93379, 23.68383) ![Cruiser Georgios Averof](https://cruisello.com/img/places/Q651638/b83b69f7491ce9b8-1440.webp) Photo: George E. Koronaios, [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/), [source](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_armoured_cruiser_Georgios_Averoff_on_September_1%2C_2020.jpg) #### Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center Renzo Piano's library and opera house, with a free roof terrace. Taxi, about 15 min. (37.94098, 23.69307) ![Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1642775653775-d00324a03233?ixid=M3w5Nzg1OTl8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxfHxTdGF2cm9zJTIwTmlhcmNob3MlMjBGb3VuZGF0aW9uJTIwQ3VsdHVyYWwlMjBDZW50ZXJ8ZW58MXx8fHwxNzkzNDAzMDE5fDA&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&w=1440&fit=max&auto=format&q=75) Photo: [John Cameron](https://unsplash.com/@john_cameron), [Unsplash License](https://unsplash.com/license), [source](https://unsplash.com/photos/a-large-building-with-a-lot-of-windows-and-a-sky-background-cALCikgNaao) #### Hellenic Maritime Museum Greek seafaring history by Zea harbour. Open Tue to Sat, mornings. 28 min walk. (37.93258, 23.64611) ![Hellenic Maritime Museum](https://cruisello.com/img/places/Q3035316/6faae1bf1fe87b9c-1440.webp) Photo: Οικονόμου, Attribution, [source](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hellenic_Maritime_Museum_frontyard.jpg) #### Tomb of Themistocles Ancient grave on the rocks at the harbour mouth. 12 min walk. (37.93303, 23.62418) ### Day trips Based on 11 h 30 in port, with 1 h spare before all aboard. - **Athens**: Metro from Piraeus, 17 min. About 7 h in Athens. Tour: [Museum Of Illusions Athens: Skip The Line Ticket](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/tiqets/998663?via=markdown) from €14 - **Cape Sounion**: Car or tour, about 1 h 10 each way. About 4 h round trip, 1 h 30 at Cape Sounion. Tour: [Athens Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Half-Day Small-Group](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/viator/5561568P6?via=markdown) from €30 - **Corinth Canal**: Car or tour, about 1 h each way. About 3 h round trip, 45 min at Corinth Canal. Tour: [Biblical Tour Letters ToThe Corinthians St Paul’s Footsteps 6Hour](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/viator/258132P17?via=markdown) from €150 Starting prices per person. We may earn a commission when you book through our partner links, at no extra cost to you. ## Quick facts - **Currency:** Euro (EUR) - **Language:** Greek - **Timezone:** Europe/Athens (UTC+2) - **Tipping:** 5-10% at restaurants ## Location Coordinates: 37.9396, 23.6294 - [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/cruise+terminal+Piraeus%20(Athens)/@37.93963,23.62937,13z) - [Open in Apple Maps](https://maps.apple.com/?q=cruise%20terminal%20Piraeus%20(Athens)&ll=37.93963,23.62937&z=13) ## Things to do in Piraeus (Athens) Top-rated shore excursions that fit a typical ~11h port call | Tour | Rating | Duration | Times | Fits Port Day | From | Provider | |------|------|------|------|------|------|------| | [Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/18111948-7b91-4f03-b7e6-8699bc5bcdd4?via=markdown) | 4.8★ (3,380) | 3h | 8:00 AM–11:00 AM, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM, 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 1:00 PM–4:00 PM, 1:30 PM–4:30 PM, 4:00 PM–7:00 PM, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM | Fits your port day | €137 | Viator | | [Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/87a7e674-7033-4a5c-a46b-295224c28dd8?via=markdown) | 5.0★ (5,860) | 3h 30m | 9:30 AM–1:00 PM, 10:00 AM–1:30 PM, 1:30 PM–5:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:30 PM | Fits your port day | €72 | Viator | | [Biblical Tour Letters ToThe Corinthians St Paul’s Footsteps 6Hour](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/16f3843c-3627-4ec3-8e4b-19a6c9b0b215?via=markdown) | 4.9★ (1,665) | 6h 15m | 7:00 AM–1:15 PM, 7:15 AM–1:30 PM, 7:30 AM–1:45 PM, 7:45 AM–2:00 PM, 8:00 AM–2:15 PM, 8:15 AM–2:30 PM, 8:30 AM–2:45 PM, 8:45 AM–3:00 PM, 9:00 AM–3:15 PM, 9:15 AM–3:30 PM, 9:30 AM–3:45 PM, 9:45 AM–4:00 PM, 10:00 AM–4:15 PM, 10:30 AM–4:45 PM | Fits your port day | €150 | Viator | | [Athens Scenic Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/934ebbde-7f9b-4040-8bc2-e72705a988cf?via=markdown) | 5.0★ (3,667) | 2h 30m | 9:30 AM–12:00 PM, 10:00 AM–12:30 PM, 10:30 AM–1:00 PM, 1:30 PM–4:00 PM, 2:00 PM–4:30 PM, 4:30 PM–7:00 PM, 5:00 PM–7:30 PM | Fits your port day | €35 | Viator | | [Luxury Athens Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal & Drinks](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/9193d639-1c16-481a-9e37-ec0072758cc8?via=markdown) | 5.0★ (1,499) | 5h | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, 2:00 PM–7:00 PM, 3:00 PM–8:00 PM | Fits your port day | €140 | Viator | | [Enjoy Cape Sounio Private Majestic Sunset With Seaside Dinner](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/1b435886-5695-472a-b533-2b2cc8616041?via=markdown) | 4.9★ (695) | 5h | 5:00 PM–10:00 PM | Fits your port day | €125 | Viator | | [Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/8e523610-f988-40ff-97d7-f95da4ea0d89?via=markdown) | 4.8★ (6,922) | 2h | 8:00 AM–10:00 AM, 8:30 AM–10:30 AM, 9:00 AM–11:00 AM, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 1:00 PM–3:00 PM, 2:00 PM–4:00 PM, 2:30 PM–4:30 PM, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM, 3:30 PM–5:30 PM, 4:00 PM–6:00 PM, 4:30 PM–6:30 PM, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM, 5:30 PM–7:30 PM | Fits your port day | €34 | Viator | | [Athens Riviera Catamaran tour with fresh Meal Drinks and Swimming](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/bfc965db-88ef-4cd0-b1f9-67ec405b3a4a?via=markdown) | 5.0★ (386) | 5h | 9:30 AM–2:30 PM, 2:30 PM–7:30 PM, 3:30 PM–8:30 PM | Fits your port day | €121 | Viator | | [Greek Cooking Class in Athens Including Rooftop Dinner with Acropolis View](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/1d6fb175-e15e-49c9-b9b3-b3b6f4b6ce6f?via=markdown) | 5.0★ (1,172) | 4h | 4:00 PM–8:00 PM | Fits your port day | €100 | Viator | | [Athens Party Pub Crawl w/ 1-hour Open Bar & VIP Nightclub Access](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/6fef9870-34bd-4a8f-b020-bcee4aca0d3e?via=markdown) | 4.9★ (591) | 3h | 10:00 PM–1:00 AM+1 | Fits your port day | €18 | Viator | | [Athens Acropolis Official E-Scooter Guided Tour Fat E-Bike](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/7dec5b12-eec3-449f-b80c-acf8aa22acc6?via=markdown) | 5.0★ (566) | 2h | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM, 12:00 PM–2:00 PM, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM | Fits your port day | €59 | Viator | | [Philosophy and Democracy Tour of Athens - Small Group Tour](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/1d0043c8-948c-4bbd-969e-d00c8d58eda2?via=markdown) | 5.0★ (431) | 3h | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM, 4:00 PM–7:00 PM, 5:30 PM–8:30 PM | Fits your port day | €38 | Viator | Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews. 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