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Where is Piraeus

Piraeus is a city located on the Saronic Gulf in the region of Attica, Greece. It serves as the main port of Athens, the capital of Greece. Piraeus is an important transportation and commercial hub, hosting one of the largest and busiest seaports in the Mediterranean. It is about 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) southwest of the center of Athens.

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Piraeus Location Map, Greece

Facts about Piraeus, Greece

Country	Greece
Region	Attica
Regional Unit	Piraeus
Municipality	Piraeus
Municipal Seat	Piraeus
Named After	Ancient Greek name “Piraeus” meaning passage or passageway
Established	Antiquity
Municipality Status	1834
Coordinates	37.9486° N, 23.6464° E
Total Area	~10.8 sq km
Land Area	~10.8 sq km
Water Area	Includes port and coastal areas
Population (2021)	163,688
Population Rank	Largest port city in Greece
Major City	Piraeus
Main Industries	Shipping, Port Services, Trade, Tourism, Industry
Major Transport Links	Port of Piraeus, Athens Metro Lines 1 & 3, Tram, national roads
Time Zone	Eastern European Time (UTC+02:00)
Known For	Major port to the Aegean islands, maritime heritage, shipping companies
Website	https://www.piraeus.gov.gr

Top Attractions in Piraeus, Greece

Piraeus Port – major port and gateway to the Greek islands
Archaeological Museum of Piraeus – museum with ancient artifacts from the area
Hellenic Maritime Museum – exhibits focused on Greece’s naval history
Mikrolimano Marina – picturesque harbor with seafood restaurants and cafés
Zeas Marina – marina with yachts, walking paths, and waterfront dining
Piraeus Municipal Theatre – historic theater hosting performances
Piraeus Archaeological Site – ancient ruins including temples and fortifications
Passalimani Harbor – scenic waterfront area with shops and cafés
Church of Saint Nicholas – notable church and local landmark
Street Markets of Piraeus – vibrant markets offering food, crafts, and everyday goods

Distance from Piraeus to Other Greece Cities

Piraeus to Athens – 10 km (6 miles)
Piraeus to Patras – 220 km (137 miles)
Piraeus to Thessaloniki – 510 km (317 miles)
Piraeus to Larissa – 360 km (224 miles)
Piraeus to Volos – 330 km (205 miles)
Piraeus to Ioannina – 445 km (277 miles)
Piraeus to Kalamata – 250 km (155 miles)
Piraeus to Corinth – 85 km (53 miles)
Piraeus to Heraklion – 320 km (199 miles)
Piraeus to Chania – 360 km (224 miles)
Piraeus to Kavala – 670 km (416 miles)
Piraeus to Rhodes – 470 km (292 miles)

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