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Custom tour packagesNafplio
The first capital of Greece, Nafplio is a picturesque town that never fails to enchant travelers with its charming narrow alleys, gorgeous architecture, and dramatic castles. There are many sights to see in Nafplio, such as the mighty Palamidi Castle and the picture-perfect Bourtzi Fortress. A short drive away, more sightseeing awaits at world-renowned archaeological sites like Mycenae and Ancient Epidaurus.
Taking a stroll around the first capital of Greece, breathing in history at every turn.
Steeped in history that spans several centuries, Nafplio is by no means stuck to the past, though. Nafplio is a lively town of unique character, a vibrant hub in the heart of the Peloponnese Peninsula where locals and visitors become friends in charming cafés and quaint restaurants any time of the year.
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Things to do in Nafplio
No matter its compact size, Nafplio has a lot of treasures to explore, starting with its quaint beyond words Old Town. Walking around the first capital of Greece, past landmarks, statues, and dramatic castle ruins, feels like flipping through the pages of a history book. A short driving distance from Nafplio, more history awaits in UNESCO-listed archaeological sites, such as Mycenae and Ancient Epidaurus.
Yet, not everything about Nafplio is related to the past. This living and breathing coastal town is the best place to mingle with locals and fellow travelers in authentic restaurants or trendy beachfront cafés, enjoy pleasant hikes to stunning beaches, and sample top-quality wine in nearby Nemea, one of the best wine regions in Greece.
Where to stay in Nafplio
The first capital of Greece has no shortage of charm and elegance and the same goes for the accommodation options we've handpicked for you in Nafplio. Scattered across the town, grand neoclassical mansions stand for centuries on end narrating tales of Nafplio's former glory. Nowadays, you can sleep within those very walls where history was once written, as plenty of those gorgeous mansions are now turned into comfortable boutique hotels. Opening to spacious squares or narrow alleys, with views of the Aegean Sea or the mighty Palamidi Fortress, hotels in the Old Town of Nafplio are a unique experience in their own right.
Boutique Seaside Hotel
Extreme attention to detail was put into this unique boutique hotel. Fashionable rooms in a neo classical building right on the sea front.
Modern Central Hotel
An elegant luxury boutique hotel with great views from the rooftop terrace bar. It is ideally located with restaurants, cafés and sights all within walking distance.
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