If your trip to Piraeus is all locked in but your itinerary is looking a little empty, let us give you a helping hand.Leave that rental car back at the hotel and start using those feet. Not far from this neighborhood’s center, Marina Zeas is worth a look. More adventure is waiting for you at Karaiskaki Stadium and Votsalakia Beach, which are also a stone’s throw away.

Pasalimani and Peiraiki are two interesting places you might want to explore. Both have plenty to do and a great variety of hotels. Pasalimani is 0.4 miles away, and Peiraiki is 1 mile.

Nothing screams vacation like hopping in the car, putting on some tunes and driving to the seaside. Piraeus has some gorgeous beaches nearby, so bring along a book (and a kite if there’s a breeze) and set off to one of these great options:

• Glyfada’s Second Beach (7 miles away).
• Voula Beach (9 miles away).
• Kavouri Beach (11 miles away).

Rental cars are a popular option among traveling professionals. If your visit to Piraeus is largely for business-related reasons, you ought to know where the best business and convention centers are located. Here are some of the top suggestions:

• Zappeion Hall (5 miles away).
• Helexpo (10 miles away).
• Capsis Cultural Exhibition and Conference Centre (11 miles away).

The wide, open road is calling your name, and Piraeus is an awesome base to kick-start your journey. Located 5 miles from the downtown area, the first thing you’ll need to pick up is the key to one our reliable rental cars. An SUV will get you in and around Athens in total comfort — or you might want to head off the beaten track and explore hidden gems with a four-wheel drive. For getting around the city, we’d suggest picking an economy or compact car. They might not be as roomy, but they’ll be wonderful at maneuvering into those tiny parking spaces.

For some people, owning a high-end vehicle is the stuff of fairy tales. But renting your dream ride is far more achievable than you might think! Experience the thrill of cruising the open roads in a swanky convertible, even if it’s only for a few days. Or perhaps you’re just after a cheap ride to get you quickly and safely from A to B. Affordable or flashy? Either way, there’s a rental car to suit you in Piraeus.

You’ll need to stick to the right when driving in Piraeus. In addition, take some extra care if it’s your first time behind the wheel here. Once you have a feel for how the locals drive, you can relax and enjoy the scenery!

Peak-hour traffic jams aren’t a huge worry in Piraeus and the wider area of Athens. With a population of 664,000, the roads aren’t as busy here as they are in bigger cities.

It can be tricky to find a parking space in Piraeus. Once you nab one, make sure you pay close attention to the signage. Staying over the time limit or parking in a restricted zone can leave a big hole in your vacation budget.

Like the rest of Athens, the neighborhood of Piraeus has speed limits that range from 50km/h to 130km/h. In residential zones, you usually won’t be able to drive faster than 50km/h.

Generally, one of two things will happen. Your rental car company may bill the fined amount to your credit card. This is the most common practice. Alternatively, it may forward your contact information to the relevant local authority so the fine is issued directly to you.

Seat belts are mandatory in Athens. However, the rule may not apply for some vehicles, like those used by public transportation networks.

Provided you have Bluetooth or similar functions enabled, you can lawfully use your cell phone while driving in Piraeus. But ensure you keep focused on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit while driving in Piraeus is 0.05%. If you’ve got a big night planned, leave the car behind and organize another way of getting home instead.

It’s prohibited to turn on a red light in Piraeus. If you encounter one, take the opportunity to enjoy a couple of mindful moments until the light switches back to green.