Nafplion is among the most romantic towns in Greece, geographically located on the eastern side of Peloponnese. Nafplion is a beautiful town in eastern Peloponnese in mainland Greece, only 2 hours drive and close to important archaeological sites, such as Mycenae and Epidaurus. The Old Town is a marvel to walk around with elegant mansions and large squares, while on the hill above the Old Town is a strong fortress dating from the Venetian ages. Many lovely beaches are found in the region to enjoy the summer holidays in Nafplion. The most popular tourist place in the close distance is Tolo. Many historical sights can be seen in the town, including Palamidi Fortress and Bourtzi Castle. Apart from interesting sights, many nice beaches are found in the region to enjoy long days at the beach during your holidays in Nafplion. These beaches have nice seaside studios and delicious restaurants. Tolo is the most popular tourist resort in Nafplion Greece, while other beautiful places are Nea Kios and Kandia.

How to get there?

Visitors can reach Nafplion through day tours from Athens to explore one of Greece’s most beautiful towns. KTEL buses connect Nafplion with key spots in Argolida, including Epidaurus, Argos, Mycenae, Kranidi, and Porto Heli, as well as Athens, Tripolis, and Patras. To drive from Athens, take the National Road via Corinth and follow the route to Nafplion (about 138 km). While private transfers offer comfort and privacy, they can be more expensive. There is no airport in Nafplion; the closest is Athens International Airport, which operates year-round.

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Where to head next?

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