Ancient Mycenae is one of the most impressive archaeological sites in Greece. Mycenae is among the most important archaeological sites in Greece. It is located on the eastern side of Peloponnese, close to Nafplion Town, and can be easily visited for a day trip from Athens. According to mythology, this was the town of the legendary king Agamemnon, the leader of the Greeks during the Trojan War. This place was also the setting of many myths in ancient Greek tragedies, especially the tragedies connected to Agamemnon and his family. Holidays in Mycenae usually last no more than a day, as tourists mostly go on a road trip to from the close town of Nafplion.

How to get there?

Visitors can reach Mycenae by KTEL buses from Athens, Nafplion, and Argos, or take a day tour from Athens to explore this major archaeological site. To drive from Athens, take the National Road via Corinth and follow signs towards Nafplion and Mycenae (about 130 km). There is no airport in Mycenae; the nearest is Athens International Airport, which operates year-round with domestic and international flights. From Athens, visitors can reach Mycenae by bus or rental car.

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Where to head next?

Keep exploring the best of Greece! After Mycenae, the top destinations to visit are Nafplion, Epidaurus, and Olympia.