Guide · 10 Places

Nafplio

Greece

Before You Go

When to Visit

April to June and September to October ideal (18-28°C/64-82°F). Summer hot (28-35°C) and crowded. Winter mild but quieter. Base for ancient sites like Mycenae and Epidaurus.

Visa

Check requirements

EU/EEA citizens can enter freely. US, Canadian, Australian, and many other nationals can visit visa-free for up to 90 days within the Schengen Area.

Getting There

Transportation

By Bus: KTEL buses from Athens (2.5 hours).

By Car: 140km from Athens via highway (1.5 hours).

Language

Communication

Greek is official. English spoken in tourist areas.

Currency

Money matters

Euro (EUR). Cards accepted at hotels and restaurants, cash for smaller tavernas.

Getting Around

Local transport

Walking: Compact Old Town very walkable.

Buses: Local buses to nearby beaches.

Rental Car: Useful for exploring ancient sites.

From the Airport

Arrival info

From Athens Airport: Bus to Syntagma, then KTEL bus to Nafplio (3.5 hours total, €20).

Accommodations

Accommodations

Amfitriti Palazzo

Venetian mansion turned boutique hotel. Elegant rooms in old town center.

Accommodations

3Sixty Hotel & Suites

Bars and Rooftops

Bars and Rooftops

Blublanc Beach Bar

Bookstores and Libraries

Bookstores and Libraries

Lexis Bookshop

Coffee and Tea

Coffee and Tea

Lichnari Café

Cultural and Artistic Venues

Cultural and Artistic Venues

Palamidi Fortress

Cultural and Artistic Venues

Archaeological Museum of Nafplio

Markets and Shopping

Markets and Shopping

Nafplio Farmers Market

Restaurants and Food

Restaurants and Food

To Omorfo Tavernaki

Restaurants and Food

Popeye Bistro