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Guide of Piraeus

Piraeus is the historic port of Athens and is located in the Saronic Gulf and is one of the world's largest passenger transport ports. It was expanded and modernized for the Olympics in 2004 making it a major transport hub not only in the Aegean, throughout the Mediterranean. The commercial activities have been moved to Keratsini, Ikonion and Aspopyrgos, making this the major port for ferries, ships and goods to the Greek islands. Piraeus has soap and sugar factories, distilleries, and shipyards and has become the industrial heartland of Greece, helping to redefine the landscape and boost Greece’s economic production.

History

The port has been linked to Athens since ancient times. This bay brought fortune and strength to the capital, Athens, which is only 8 kilometres away from Piraeus. The port and fort were built in the 5th century BC to protect the city and to ensure a constant connection between the city supplies and control over the sea. Some of the defensive walls have been destroyed and rebuilt over the centuries during the many wars. 

Places to visit 

The charm of Piraeus lies not only in its commercial activities but also for the lovely restaurants and cafes that are scattered around the bay. The smaller ports of Mikrolimano, Pasalimani, Freatida, Chatzikiriakio and the Marina Zea are nearby and are teeming with taverns, bars and seafood restaurants that are open all day.

Beaches

The beaches are only a short distance from the centre and a few kilometres from Athens and are mostly frequented by locals. The beaches of Glyfada and Votsalakiamolto are the most beautiful places to spend the day.

Ferry routes Piraeus

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From Greece to Piraeus

From the Aegean Islands to Piraeus

From Crete to Piraeus

  • Ferries from Heraklion to Piraeus

    • ANEK SUPERFAST - BLUE STAR FERRIES

      49 weekly sailings

      8 h 45 min

    • MINOAN LINES

      12 weekly sailings

      9 h 15 min

    • SEAJETS

      10 weekly sailings

      7 h 30 min

From the Cyclades Islands to Piraeus

  • Ferries from Ios to Piraeus

    • ANEK SUPERFAST - BLUE STAR FERRIES

      32 weekly sailings

      5 h 30 min

    • SEAJETS

      33 weekly sailings

      4 h 25 min

    • FAST FERRIES

      4 weekly sailings

      7 h 50 min

  • Ferries from Milos to Piraeus

    • AEGEAN SEA LINES

      20 weekly sailings

      6 h 35 min

    • MINOAN LINES

      8 weekly sailings

      4 h

    • SEAJETS

      58 weekly sailings

      2 h 40 min

    • FAST FERRIES

      2 weekly sailings

      4 h 20 min

From the Dodecanese Islands to Piraeus

From the Ionian Islands to Piraeus

From the Saronic Islands to Piraeus

  • Ferries from Aegina to Piraeus

    • ANEK SUPERFAST - BLUE STAR FERRIES

      179 weekly sailings

      30 min

    • SAN LORENZO FERRIES

      23 weekly sailings

      1 h 25 min

    • AEGEAN FLYING DOLPHINS

      84 weekly sailings

      35 min

    • AEGINA FERRIES

      21 weekly sailings

      1 h 25 min

    • SARONIC FERRIES

      66 weekly sailings

      1 h 10 min

  • Ferries from Hydra to Piraeus

    • ALPHA LINES

      32 weekly sailings

      1 h 05 min

    • ANEK SUPERFAST - BLUE STAR FERRIES

      126 weekly sailings

      1 h 05 min

    • MAGIC SEA FERRIES

      48 weekly sailings

      1 h 05 min

  • Ferries from Poros to Piraeus

    • ALPHA LINES

      7 weekly sailings

      1 h 10 min

    • ANEK SUPERFAST - BLUE STAR FERRIES

      107 weekly sailings

      55 min

    • MAGIC SEA FERRIES

      7 weekly sailings

      1 h 05 min

    • SARONIC FERRIES

      7 weekly sailings

      2 h 45 min

  • Ferries from Spetses to Piraeus

    • ALPHA LINES

      32 weekly sailings

      1 h 50 min

    • ANEK SUPERFAST - BLUE STAR FERRIES

      112 weekly sailings

      1 h 30 min

    • MAGIC SEA FERRIES

      14 weekly sailings

      1 h 40 min

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