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Visitors seeking Saint Andrews Church should begin their quest at the Trion
Symmahon Square and walk southwest along Andreou Avenue to the church,
which stands by the sea at the avenue's end. A park dedicated to Andrew, the pat-
ron saint of Scotland, is across from the church.
To reach the city's museum, turn left at the Trion Fountain in Trion Symmahon
Square and walk for 2 blocks, then turn right and walk for 2 more. The museum
has an extensive collection of classic Greek and Roman statues plus a collection
of prehistoric pottery. There is an admission charge.
The area surrounding Patras is steeped in history. Use Patras as a “base city”
when visiting Olympia, original site of the Olympic Games. In Olympia you can visit
the site of the Olympic flame, which is carried by runners to any point in the world
where the games are to be held. Also of interest is the arch commemorating Nero's
“victory” in a chariot race staged in A.D. 67. The emperor's chariot was pulled by
10 horses, while all other competitors had to make do with four—needless to say,
Nero won.
Another interesting side trip can be made to the Achaia Clauss Winery, 5 miles
outside Patras, to view the wine-making process and sample a bit of the product.
If interested in either excursion, obtain information at one of the tourist offices.
Culinary delights abound in Patras. A sea-bass dish, tsipoures , is a specialty
of the area. This and other Greek dishes are available in the tavernas scattered
throughout the upper part of town. An American-style restaurant lies just before the
Hellenic Lines office on the quay. Customers may stow their suitcases and back-
packs there free of charge while waiting for the ferry.
Day Excursion to
Piraeus
Seafood by the Seaside
Depart from Athens Omonia Metro Station
Distance by Train: 5 miles (8 km)
Average Train Time: 20 minutes
City Dialing Code: 1
Tourist Information Office: Diikitirio Building, East Central Greece Islands, Mar-
ina Zeas, 18504
Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone]
www.piraeusweb.com