Piraeus Port Parking

Truth be told, Athens Piraeus Port doesn’t house various parking options. Still, its parking facility is the most sought-after option in the area, whereas various private car parks operate in the port’s surrounding region.

The PPA Car Park at Piraeus Port

The PPA Underground Parking Lot is the only car park located inside the Athens port’s premises. It is centrally situated at Karaiskaki Square, conveniently lying close to the railway station and the area’s shopping center (within 200m/0.1 mile). It is actually to be found right between Gates E7 and E8 (Gates to Cyclades and the islands of Argosaronicos). The Piraeus Port Parking Lot can accommodate up to 700 vehicles and is equipped with restrooms. Overall, it mainly serves the ferry passengers. Verily, there is no parking facility close to the cruise terminals, while passengers heading to the long-distanced Gates E1, E2, and E3 can use the free shuttle bus to reach their departure points. Athens Port Parking Lot is available around the clock, no matter the day or the time. Hence, it is open even during public holidays. Overall, it serves the long-stay and short-term parking needs of Athens port’s passengers, as parking elsewhere inside the port is strictly prohibited (except for designated areas for cars waiting to board ferries).

Prices and Fares for Parking at Piraeus Port

Athens Port Car Park isn’t regarded as an expensive parking option. That being said, off-port parking lots often offer deals and discounts. As a result, they are overall slightly cheaper than parking inside Piraeus Port. Below, you can check out the fares of the PPA Athens Port Parking Lot. Please keep in mind that both cash and credit-debit card payments are accepted.

Cars

  • First Hour: €5/$5,35
  • 2-11 Hours:€1/$1,07/hour*
  • 24 Hours: €15/$16

Motorbikes

  • Each Day: €6/$6,40

Monthly Charge

  • Cars: €110/$117,70
  • Motorbikes: €50/$53,50

*If you park your vehicle for more than 11 hours, you’ll be charged the day rate (24-hour rate).

Other Parking Options at Piraeus Port

If you are looking for a cheaper parking alternative, you can settle on a private parking lot close to Athens Port but outside its premises, or even look for parking on the street. However, you should keep in mind that street parking around Piraeus Port isn’t just a challenging task. Indeed, chances are that you won’t find an available parking space on the street, especially if you arrive at the port during rush hours. Moreover, even if you manage to ferret out a parking spot, you’ll probably have spent a significant amount of time, resulting in a tedious, and time-consuming parking procedure that poses a risk of missing your ferry route. On the other hand, some of the most popular parking facilities in the proximity of Piraeus Port are:

  • Parkopolis
  • Paradise
  • Polis Park
  • EKO Parking
  • Pittas Port Piraeus Parking
  • Safe Parkings
  • Angle Park

FAQs

Can I park at Piraeus Port?

You aren’t allowed to park your car inside the Port of Athens. Thus, unless you leave your vehicle in line to board a ferry, the only parking option within the port’s premises is the underground PPA Athens Port Parking Lot, lying close to the pedestrian entrance of the port and the train station.

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