![]() The port's best shoppingĪfter you have walked and savoured the long coast that surrounds the city, head inland to the commercial and social heart of Piraeus. ![]() Just make sure you allow for some waiting time for a table, especially during weekends. If a sea view is not important, head to Margaro, a famous three-dish-menu fish tavern catering not only to locals, but also Athenian crowds flocking daily to enjoy its scrumptious deep-fried shrimp. You’ll be spoilt for choice, as Peiraiki coast is crammed with decent ouzeries. And you’ll be absolutely right – this is an important element of Piraeus’ charm. On your way, you’ll come across various archaeological sites like parts of the ancient walls, Neosoikoi and the Roman antiquities of Terpsithea.Įnjoy lunch and a glass of ouza by the sea in Piraeus © photooiasson / Getty Images Where to eat lunchĪfter a busy morning discovering the delights of the port city, you’ll probably long for a seafood lunch accompanied by a few glasses of ouzo by the sea. The trip won't take you more than 2-3 hours and will reward you with a comprehensive flavour and feel of the city. A coastal walk from the metro station will take you along the harbour, past the lion statue at its entrance and the Naval Academy further down and onwards to Peiraiki and Zea Marina, finishing off at the picturesque Mikrolimano. You can also spend your entire morning outdoors. Those interested in naval history will find the compact Hellenic Maritime Museum – still the largest of its kind in Greece – a great opportunity to admire a fine collection of rare books, maps, flags and naval weaponry, as well as the entire fin of the legendary Greek submarine Papanikolis, the main outdoor exhibit.Īnd if you're still hungry for more antiquity after a few days in the capital, the small Piraeus Archaeological Museum will satisfy your appetite with its important bronze statues and an emphasis on the history of the city. While it might not have as many as Athens, Piraeus is home to a few fine museums that offer very compelling exhibits and don’t require the best part of a day to visit. Head to the Hellenic Maritime Museum to learn about Piraeus' seafaring history © Richard Cummins / Getty Images Sightseeing in Piraeus
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