Greece, which has the riches, cuisine and infrastructure that can meet the wishes and needs of almost everyone, is among the most popular travel destinations in the world. Here are the 15 best places to visit in Greece.
You can stay for a day or two in Athens, which is both the capital of Greece and the largest city in the country. Apart from popular routes such as the Acropolis and the Parthenon, Exarchia is also worth seeing.You can reach Milos, one of the most interesting Greek islands, by a single plane from Athens. Providing the opportunity to explore deserted beaches tucked between steep cliffs, Milos is the place to go for rest and relaxation.One of the liveliest islands in Greece, Mykonos is the place to go for beach parties, especially in the summer. On the other hand, the island also has magnificent beaches and historic spots, including the Kato Mili, four large windmills built by the Venetians in the 6th century.Located in the northwest of Athens, approximately 2.5 hours by car, the city of Delphi is one of the routes that stand out with its historical texture. Here you can explore the remains of the Temple of Apollo, as well as several ancient theaters and stadiums that have been preserved for thousands of years.You can relax all day enjoying the magnificent beaches of Halkidiki in northern Greece.Visit Epidaurus at the northeastern tip of the Peloponnese. You should see the Ancient Theatre, built in the 4th century BC to honor the god of medicine Asklepios.Gythio’s beaches are one of the best places to visit when you need to get away from it all. Filled with colorful houses and golden sandy beaches, Gythio is also famous for the sea turtles that come and lay their eggs.For incredible views, you can visit Meteora in Thessaly. There are also several monasteries that are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List within the huge rock formations stretching towards the sky.Sifnos, a small island accessible by ferry from Athens, is another destination known for its relaxing atmosphere.Kefalonia is the largest of the islands in the Ionian Sea, located on the other side of Greece. On the other hand, Kefalonia has an Italian-inspired cultural texture as it was under the rule of Venice from the 16th to the 18th centuries.Thanks to its proximity to Italy, Corfu has an abundance of Italian influences reflected in its architecture, food and lifestyle.Thessaloniki, the second largest city in Greece, draws attention with its many protected churches, Greek and Roman monuments, Ottoman structures and the entertainment district Ladadika in the old city centre, as well as the house where Mustafa Kemal Atatürk was born.You can catch a different sea view in Messolonghi, which is one of the hidden spots for tourists on the west coast of Greece.Olympia, located on the western side of the Peloponnese, is known as the site of the first Olympic Games. Here you can visit the ancient stadium, the temples of Zeus and Hera.The small city, which is the administrative center of the Argolis province in the Peloponnese, is the first capital of Greece after the breakup of the Ottoman Empire and one of its hidden treasures, which is not known to foreign tourists. Described by the Greeks as ‚the most romantic place in the country‘, Nafplion resembles a movie set with its neoclassical houses, cafes, churches, gardens with bougainvillea and mini squares. You can experience an incredibly romantic sunset by climbing the castle built in the 18th century.
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Greece is a popular destination for travelers because of its rich history, delicious cuisine, and excellent infrastructure. If you’re planning a trip to Greece, here are some of the best places to visit:
1. Athens – The capital city of Greece and the largest city in the country, Athens boasts a rich history and many popular sights, including the Acropolis and the Parthenon.
2. Milos – This Greek island is known for its picturesque beaches tucked between steep cliffs, making it the perfect place to unwind and relax.
3. Mykonos – One of the liveliest islands in Greece, Mykonos is famous for its beach parties as well as its historic spots such as the Kato Mili windmills.
4. Delphi – Located about 2.5 hours from Athens by car, Delphi is a popular historical destination where visitors can explore the remains of the Temple of Apollo and other ancient theaters and stadiums.
5. Halkidiki – This northern Greek peninsula is home to many magnificent beaches and is perfect for a day of relaxation.
6. Epidaurus – In the northeastern tip of the Peloponnese, Epidaurus is home to the Ancient Theatre, built in the 4th century to honor the god of medicine.
7. Gythio – This small city is one of the best places to go when you need to get away from it all. It boasts golden sandy beaches and colorful houses, and is famous for the sea turtles that lay their eggs there.
8. Meteora – Thessaly’s huge rock formations, including several monasteries included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, offer incredible views.
9. Sifnos – This small island is one of the most relaxing destinations in Greece, known for its peaceful atmosphere.
10. Kefalonia – The largest of the Ionian Islands, Kefalonia is known for its Italian-inspired cultural texture, influenced by its time under Venetian rule.
11. Corfu – This island near Italy boasts many Italian influences, including in architecture, food, and lifestyle.
12. Thessaloniki – Greece’s second largest city is full of protected churches, Greek and Roman monuments, Ottoman structures, and entertainment districts like Ladadika. Mustafa Kemal Atatürk was born here.
13. Messolonghi – One of the lesser-known tourist destinations on the west coast of Greece, Messolonghi offers a unique sea view.
14. Olympia – The site of the first Olympic Games, this ancient location on the western side of the Peloponnese is home to the ancient stadium, the temples of Zeus and Hera.
15. Nafplion – This small city in the Peloponnese was Greece’s first capital after Ottoman rule. It’s a hidden treasure, not well-known to foreign tourists. Nafplion is described as the country’s most romantic place with neoclassical houses, cafes, churches, gardens, and mini squares. The 18th-century castle offers an incredibly romantic sunset.
