8Nafplio

Nafplio is a popular tourist destination with a weighty history, mystical ambiance, and majestic Venetian castles. As tourists wander in Old Nafplion alleys, they find neoclassical buildings with eclectic architecture and tavernas serving local delicacies that burst with flavor. The town oozes romance, especially during sunsets, as the golden rays make the grand homes and blue-green sea gorgeous.

History buffs walk up the 857 steps to explore the imposing Palamidi Fortress to see its eight bastions. Once at the top, they soak in the panoramic views of Akronafplia and the Aegean Sea.