Nafplio
Nafplio is a Venetian and Ottoman harbour town under two fortresses, with neoclassical streets, bougainvillea and a sea-castle in the bay. It is the best base for the classical Peloponnese — Mycenae, Epidaurus and Ancient Corinth are all within an hour. Weekends are busy with Athenians; midweek is calm.
How long to stay
April to June and September to October.
Typical daily budget
No budget published for this place yet
Best time to go
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Is Nafplio right for your trip?
Based on what this guide covers, not a score. This is what Nafplio is known for.
Great for
- History & culture
- Food
- Couples
Less of a focus
- Nightlife
- Nature
- Family
- Solo
- Budget friendly
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Top things to do
Mycenae
Entrance €20 · VerifiedNafplio
The Bronze Age citadel of the Mycenaean civilisation, with the Lion Gate, royal shaft graves and a beehive tomb.
Palamidi Fortress
Entrance €20 · VerifiedNafplio
A Venetian fortress on the cliff above Nafplio, reached by around 900 steps or by road, with eight self-contained bastions.
Theatre of Epidaurus
Entrance €12 · VerifiedNafplio
A 4th-century BC theatre with famous acoustics, still used for summer performances.
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Popular activities
Mycenae and Epidaurus day trip
Guided circuit of the two major Argolid sites from Nafplio.
Nemea wine tasting
Cellar visits in the Agiorgitiko vineyards north of Nafplio.