Greece · City Tours

3-Hour Nafplio Sightseeing Tour with Palamidi Castle and Museum

3 Hours Round trip from Nafplion Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Syntagma Square, the city's most popular square, lined with historic landmarks
  • 02 Explore the Archaeological Museum of Nafplio, with exhibits from the Neolithic to the Byzantine period
  • 03 See the churches of Saint Spyridon and Saint George along Nafplio's narrow paved streets
  • 04 Walk through Palamidi Castle's bastions, chapel, and historic prison cell with breathtaking sea views

Travel to Nafplio, a beautiful and picturesque settlement on the northeast side of the Peloponnese and the first capital of Modern Greece. Discover its narrow alleys, historic squares, notable churches, and Archaeological Museum before heading up to the Venetian castle of Palamidi, which dominates the skyline. Along the way, enjoy views of the sea and the fortified islet of Bourtzi, making this a well-rounded introduction to one of Greece's most charming towns.

Walk towards the port, where you can take beautiful photos of the sea, with the fortified islet of Bourtzi visible on the horizon.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Languages English, French, Greek

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Discover Historic Nafplio and Palamidi Castle

  • Meet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location and visit Three Admirals' Square in Nafplio.

  • Head to nearby landmarks such as the Courthouse and the Venetian Land Gate.

  • Proceed to Syntagma Square, crossing one of the town's narrow paved streets.

  • Make stops along the way to see noteworthy buildings, including the churches of Saint Spyridon and Saint George. Syntagma Square is the most popular part of the city and features several interesting buildings, such as the first parliament of modern Greece, the National Bank building, and the Museum.

  • Visit the Museum to see an interesting collection of exhibits dating from the Neolithic to the Byzantine period.

  • Walk towards the port, where you can take beautiful photos of the sea, with the fortified islet of Bourtzi visible on the horizon.

  • Take a car and drive towards Palamidi Castle, located just five minutes from the city centre.

  • Stop at the Lion of Bavaria sculptural group, created in the 19th century.

  • Arrive at Palamidi, enter the castle, and walk through its narrow passageways. Visit the bastions, the chapel of Saint Andrew, and the jail cell of the Greek revolutionary hero Theodoros Kolokotronis. You will also have time to take photos, as the castle offers a breathtaking view of the sea and the old city of Nafplio.

  • Return to the car and drive back towards Three Admirals' Square, where the tour ends.

Palamidi Castle, Bourtzi Castle on the islet, Three Admirals' Square

Where this trip takes you

Palamidi Castle, Bourtzi Castle on the islet, Three Admirals' Square

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nafplion 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking Nafplio tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fees

  • Client transport, available upon request

  • Transport for the tour guide must be paid if needed, including gas and tolls.

Know before you go

  • Entrance fees are 6 euros per person for the Archaeological Museum and 8 euros per person for Palamidi Castle.

  • European Union citizens over the age of 65 receive a 50% discount for all archaeological sites and museums.

  • For EU students under the age of 18, entrance is free to all archaeological sites and museums.

  • Opening hours: Archaeological Museum of Nafplio 09:00 - 16:00 (closed on Tuesday); Palamidi Castle 08:00 - 20:00.

  • The meeting point will be arranged on a case-by-case basis.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nafplio, Greece
Tour start
Nafplion, Greece
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Nafplion.

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