Short Break in Attica

Municipality Of the Month
Piraeus

Colourful, authentic and versatile

A breath away from Athens, Piraeus is a cool escape to the breeze of the sea. Home to Greece’s largest sea port, it is a place of departures and arrivals, “hellos”, “good-byes” and “see-you-agains”! With ticket in one hand and suitcase in the other, thousands of travellers pass through Greece’s largest port, often not realizing just how vibrant and interesting the host town is. Piraeus is subtly assimilating a variety of influences into an impressive mix of authenticity, from the hills of Kastela and Profitis Ilias, with its neoclassical houses, to the refugee residences of Drapetsona. In Piraeus you can enjoy both top-notch cuisine at award-winning restaurants, and tasty street food. Of course, the traditional tavernas delight with the Greek staples, ouzo and meze. The underground Rebetiko music scene, where the “Greek blues” was born, continues to entertain fans of the genre, as do venues with contemporary and popular music. Mikrolimano (literally, “small port”), is where the traditional fishing boats dock, while luxury yachts and smaller cruise ships sail into the port of Zea. The Municipal Theatre of Piraeus features a comprehensive calendar of theatrical performances, whereas a number of concerts take place daily in various musical spots around the city. Make sure to bring enough time to explore this vibrant and colourful city.