Nafplio

Nafplio

Ways to travel to Nafplio

The easiest and most comfortable way to get from Athens to Nafplio is by car. The distance is about 138 km, it is about a 2 hour drive with tolls along the way.

There are also KTEL buses that link Athens to Nafplio, with frequent departures from Kifisos station. You can find more specific information about timetables and itineraries on www.ktelargolida.gr. The journey takes approximately two and a half to three hours and offers a scenic route through the Peloponnese countryside.

Accomodation Suggestions

Spilios Apartments

Airbnb apartments, close to Maria's house and a ten minute drive from the event venue. Rooms available at special prices for our guests (6 apartments available).

Phone number: 6973554365

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Marianna Pension

Located in Akronafplia, offers tradiationally styled rooms. The city centre is at a walkable distance of 300 meters away.

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Omorfi Poli Pension

Located in the old town of Nafplio on a vibrant walkway, next to Mavros Gatos cafe (where Maria spent a many hours during high school).

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Liberty Hotel Nafplio

Recently renovated hotel very close to the old town of Nafplio with a beautiful roof terrace cafe.

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Ippoliti Hotel

Luxury rooms with an amazing view of Bourtzi, in a renovated old Nafplio town house.

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Please reach out to us if you require further information. Summer is high tourist season so please plan ahead.

Our favourite places

Since you will be visiting Nafplio, here are some suggestions of our favourite places to visit!

Sightseeing and Beaches

Walk tours

Three very nice walk tours (made by Maria) that will take you around Nafplio.

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Palamidi Fortress

Fortress in the town of Nafplio on top of the hill. Accessible by car but for the very brave you can reach it by climbing many many steps (it's less than a thousand).

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Bourtzi Castle

Usually mixed up with Palamidi by Kostis, Bourtzi is a water castle located in the harbour of Nafplio. It is accessible by boat (with a small fee) from Nafplio's port.

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Karathona Beach

Best sand beach you will find within 10 minute drive. Lots of beach bars and spaces to bring your own umbrella. The beach is quite shallow and attracts children.

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Arvanitia Beach

Maria's favorite beach, even if it has rocks and a loud beach bar. Its beauty will make it up to you.

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Food & Drinks Suggestions

Skarpeta

It does everything and it does it well: coffee, brunch, food and amazing drinks. We do prefer to go for a cocktail and greek cheese croquettes. Located next to The Land Gate.

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ArKo

A small bakery which serves the BEST sweet and savory pastries, coffee and brunch. If you want to go, you need to plan a morning visit since most of their stuff is gone by 12pm. Closing time 3pm.

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AnoKa

Kostis' legendary favorite burger. Need say more? Fresh ingrediens and lovely people. Open after 5pm - usually.

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To Nostimo

All grill souvlaki places in Nafplio Old Town are super touristy and kind of the same. This one is special, there are lots of meat and no meat options. Also, Maria always orders the corn pita bread.

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Alaloum Taverna

Maria's dad recommends this taverna to everyone! Great customer care, quiet area in the Old Town. Be aware, the rissotto dishes are humongous!

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Skantzoxoiros

Maria's sister Angeliki, has been DJing at Skantzoxoiros for a few summers the past years. Seating is limited but the drinks, music and location are top notch.

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