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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedMar 31, 2023
How long is the drive from Athens to Palermo?
The direct drive from Athens to Palermo is 878 mi (1,412 km), and should have a drive time of 22 hrs in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Athens to Palermo, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Catania, Matera, Taormina, Agrigento, Lecce, Otranto, Gallipoli, Alberobello, Bari, and Corfu Town, as well as top places to visit like Corinth Canal and Fortress of Palamidi, or the ever-popular Ancient Theatre at the Asclepieion of Epidaurus.
The top cities between Athens and Palermo are Catania, Matera, Taormina, Agrigento, Lecce, Otranto, Gallipoli, Alberobello, Bari, and Corfu Town. Catania is the most popular city on the route. It's 21 hours from Athens and 2 hours from Palermo.
The Folies Corfu Hotel Apartments offers guests a laid-back oasis in the heart of the city. With gardens and a seasonal outdoor pool, guests can spend relaxing moments in tranquil surroundings. The apartments are based on traditional Corfiot architecture and offer stylish and comfortable accommodation.
I recently stayed at Folies Hotel in Corfu and I must say, it was a truly fantastic experience. The rooms were incredibly spacious, clean and comfortable, making me feel right at home. The owners were also incredibly kind and accommodating, always willing to help and offer recommendations. But perhaps my favorite part was the beautiful pool - the perfect place to relax and soak up the sun. Overall, I highly recommend Folies Hotel and can't wait to return!
Yiannis Stathis — Google review
Lovely enclosed resort with access to a pool. Bar is open from 9-5, and rooms were spacious and well presented
Charlie Camburn — Google review
We stayed in the hotel for 7 nights. We were lucky to be in the new part of the buildings, which were really nice, with a terrace, spacious room. and view on the small pond. The room service cleaned our apartment every 2 days, including the change of towels and blankets. The position of the hotel was good for visiting other locations and beaches, as there were enough car parks available. The garden was well maintained :)
However, there are some things which could be improved:
- The service at the reception could be a bit more informative about what to visit.
- The kitchen appliance is missing, like an oven, toaster and spoon for cooking.
- The pool itself was not clean enough and some spotlights are literally digging in the pool (see pictures). The sunbeds were mainly broken or in a bad state. The pool towels which were promised on the booking platform were not provided.
- It was cool, that the hotel had a bar service but the prices were too high and it closed too early, since there were not so many bars in the surroundings.
All in all we enjoyed our stay there and hope that the staff will work on our suggestions! :)
Dijana P. — Google review
So so. Good enough to have a place to lay your head down but is not close to anything, if you are walking. I booked one night here to visit Old Town and had a flight out in the morning. Neither are close. It was 10€ to Old Town and 15€ to the airport by taxi (5 min rides) but are difficult to get for short distances in Corfu. The hotel staff were helpful but the hospitality felt sterile. Imagine interacting with an airline customer service agent. Nothing memorable to write home about.
Eileen Chan — Google review
The service was great, everyone was kind, but the rooms were really cold and dimly lit. The heaters in our rooms didn't work. We asked for help, and they sent someone who tried to fix it, but it was still cold. They gave us a key to a different room, but that room's heat also didn't work well. In addition, We had 3 minutes of hot water in the shower. Afterwards, anyone who wanted to shower had to use lukewarm water.
We chose to stay there because of its adjacency to the ferry in the morning to mainland Greece and the cheap price, but we probably would not go back due to the heating problem.
Ari Bar-Shain — Google review
Good stay for family but a bit off the city.
The rooms are comfortable with a kitchen (we have not tried it), and the pool is very enjoyable (the bar is overpriced, 6€ for 2 untasty coffees, I would recommend having breakfast elsewhere).
Service is poor, the bathroom was dirty with stains on the WC, when we reported it to staff they did not apologize. No help with luggage was offered when we were shown the room.
Antoine Avdb — Google review
Nice hotel with pool and very clean interior. The room was with some minor problems, smoke smell, broken door, no kitchen towel. More major problem was that the sofa bed in the living room was broken, the boards kept falling out. In the end disappointing
chris spicer — Google review
Caution! Don't book!!
UPDATE:
Why the staff in your review reply are trying to portray you as a liar should put you off booking!
There are witnesses to the whole incident, the ID was not forgotten. The guests' passports are systematically retained.
It's really sad how you're dealing with being busted instead of just apologizing and handing over the passport! But no, they lie, yell on the phone and threaten me to delete the review immediately. All this is very striking and sad.
Your hotel is highly unprofessional, dangerous and steals data! Plus don't forget the countless bugs in your rooms.
If you want to have a nice and above all safe time in Corfu, you should avoid this hotel!
Frist Review:
The staff will confiscate your passport at check-in (which is illegal). The Passport never be forgotten by us! We announced our check-out again the night before, but the reception was unmanned in the morning. The passport was not issued! Now the hotel does not want to send the passport and illegally keep it! Absolutely not trustworthy!
it cannot be ruled out that the personal sensitive data will be misused by the hotel.
Otherwise they would simply forward them accordingly!
Julia A. — Google review
Hotel not recommended! Arriving on August 9, 2023, I immediately noticed some inefficiencies in the toilets. Specifically (as documented by the attached photos) absence of glass in the shower cubicle, defect of the shower head and floor drain completely raised and easily movable. I immediately requested a change of apartment but it was not granted to me and so I requested immediately and also in the following days the resolution of the problems exposed but they did not proceed. These problems caused, during the shower, water to leak from the shower itself and from the floor drain; water that inevitably settled all over the bathroom floor. In addition, the cleaning of the apartment did not take place regularly every day but only after urging the staff. On August 16, 2023, leaving the facility, I spoke to one of the managers asking for a small refund for the inefficiencies, I waited for a response from them for days, contacting them several times on the phone but to no avail. At this point I reported everything to the booking customer service and through them I learned that my refund request had been refused. Shame!
I respond to your comment, adding the following to my review:
Do you dare to answer like this? Who do you think you're kidding? You have not solved any problem, as shown by the attached photos, taken in the days following our arrival; if I had been satisfied at the end of my stay I certainly would not have asked your manager Petros for a refund for the inefficiencies. At least have the decency not to make fun of tourists with these answers.
Antonio Manzo — Google review
I don’t recommend the hotel. The room was nice, but there was a problem with toilette and there was a stinky smell coming out from it. I asked to do something about it and the staff didn’t react. It’s a lot of noise from the airport, but that okay. It’s nearby. I asked for check out 1 hour later and I was told not possible. Although the hotel is not fully booked and it’s end of the season. I won’t come back.
Milena Skowrońska — Google review
This hotel is beautiful. A nice pool, the staff are just so friendly and kind, accommodating! I actually booked 1 night here last minute to escape an awful hotel I had been staying in. Check in for Folies is usually 3pm but they so kindly check us in at 12pm. The bar wasn’t open but it is early May not quite in season. The room was modern, clean, comfortable and just perfect! Truly grateful to have found this hotel after a few days of unpleasant stays elsewhere. Would 100% recommend this place.
Jay Jay (JJ) — Google review
Very good place. Friendly staff and very nice place! Good cocktail's in the bar which are near the pool. Thank you for good time here! Good vacation!
Anton Burlov — Google review
DO NOT BOOK HERE.
Update: When the staff in your review reply are trying to portray you as a liar should put you off booking!
Unprofessional.
I booked for 3 nights at this hotel. To sum up: terrible it was a nightmare. We had several problem in a more than antique room. No solution from the reception. Moreover and the worst, they are allegedly lying to us saying that they are going to change the room and when we arrive it’s not possible anymore. The “manager” said that we can have a refund when we ask for the refund they said “we are going to call the police”. They went that far to call the police on us when we are 3 girls just asking to be treated with respect and according to the money we pay. We also in defense had to call the police because they dragged us outside of the hotel and we were treated so badly, I have never experience that in my life. Do not come here because you’ll be treating really badly and they are so many nice people in the island of Corfu but not at Folies.
Bad services: terrible room not look like the pictures. The AC working bad and water on the floor. Room smell humidity and mod. Kitchen dirty and so ancient. WC not flushing. A lot of insects in the room. WIFI not working not even 4g. The pool is dirty. The toilets of the pool are dirty. The sun beds are all broken.
Béatrice Bordy — Google review
We stayed there for 2 weeks. The rooms, whole settlement and the people are very nice. The bar/cafe is not good enough when compared to the other nice stuff. We rented a car and visited beaches all around, which was easy considering the location of the hotel. You can stay there without hesitation. Ps: you need to do sth about that rooster, it is not ok to yell at 5 am every time :)
izel unsal — Google review
We stayed in one of the apartments the first 3 nights. They are super old and in need of tlc!
Lots of ants, shower didnt have a rail,aircon leaking etc.
We moved to one of the new rooms for last 3 nights. This was because the same apartment wasnt available the entire stay the studio was much better! Nice, clean modern. Although there was construction work out back making a noise from 8/9am. It sounded like they were in the room it was do bad! Not great ...
The apartments are outside old town but we found the public buses reliable ( although the seem to move to hourly later in day). Its not easy to get to the nicer beaches via public transport so to stay here you probably need a car or just stay near the other beaches. It is close to the airport though which is a bonus. Limited restaurants near by but there are supermarkets and bakery
Has a pool - nothing fancy! No umbrellas to shade from sun and lots of broken loungers. Pool bar defo wasnt 24/7, served limited food and the guy manning it was miserable.
Katie Cockburn — Google review
Very nice and clean apartment. Well designed with 2 balconies. The territory and the pool are inundated with green, flowers, trees and grass. 🌸 There is a bar next to the pool were you can order drinks and food. 🌅 The position of the hotel is 10 min in bus from old town. 1,5 km from bus station, 2 km from airport, but…. There is only a bus line that deserves that area. Buses 1 in an hour. ‼️ Very difficult to go to the airport or bus station. You should always call a taxi!
Adriana T. — Google review
34% as popular as Catania
53 minutes off the main route, 25% of way to Palermo
Otranto is a charming town situated on the coast of Apulia in southern Italy. The region boasts several notable attractions, such as the imposing Aragonese Castle and the ancient Otranto Cathedral with its intricate mosaic flooring and stunning rose window. Visitors can enjoy sweeping views of the sea from Torre Matta tower at the harbor or relax on one of many nearby beaches like Alimini Beach.
45% as popular as Catania
1 hour off the main route, 59% of way to Palermo
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Located in the southern region of Apulia, Italy, Gallipoli is a picturesque coastal town featuring a historical center situated on an island off the mainland. The area boasts several beautiful churches such as St. Agatha's Cathedral which exhibits an elaborate facade and St. Mary of Purity Church featuring a flooring decorated with maiolica tiles.
44% as popular as Catania
58 minutes off the main route, 59% of way to Palermo
Lecce is a city located in the southern Apulia region of Italy, recognized for its remarkable baroque architecture. The Cattedrale di Lecce situated in the Piazza del Duomo boasts of an intricate double facade and an impressive bell tower. Additionally, the Basilica di Santa Croce has sculptures as well as a rose window which are popular tourist attractions.
54% as popular as Catania
28 minutes off the main route, 59% of way to Palermo
Alberobello is a small town located in the Apulia region of Italy that is famous for its traditional whitewashed stone huts with conical roofs called trulli. The Rione Monti district of the town boasts hundreds of these unique buildings, and visitors can explore the 18th-century Trullo Sovrano, a two-level trulli.
38% as popular as Catania
21 minutes off the main route, 62% of way to Palermo
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Bari is a significant city in the southern Italian region of Puglia, situated on the Adriatic coast. Its old town, known as Barivecchia, is located on a peninsula between two harbors and features narrow streets that form a labyrinthine layout. The 11th-century Basilica di San Nicola is an important pilgrimage site that houses some of St. Nicholas' remains.
38% as popular as Catania
36 minutes off the main route, 63% of way to Palermo
Matera, located in the Basilicata region of southern Italy, is a city known for its unique Sassi area, where cave dwellings are carved into the mountainside. Once evacuated due to poor living conditions, these caves now house museums and rock churches with ancient frescoes. Matera's history as a once-shamed and neglected area has been transformed into a place of cultural significance. The city's bread is also renowned for its exceptional flavor and archaeological ties to Mediterranean culinary traditions.
88% as popular as Catania
39 minutes off the main route, 65% of way to Palermo
Taormina is a charming town situated on the eastern coast of Sicily, known for its proximity to the active Mount Etna volcano and its ancient Greco-Roman theater. The town offers stunning views of cliffs descending into the sea and sandy beaches near Isola Bella, a tiny island that is also a nature reserve.
88% as popular as Catania
29 minutes off the main route, 88% of way to Palermo
Catania is an old harbor city located on the eastern coast of Sicily near Mt. Etna. The city has a central square, Piazza del Duomo, where Catania Cathedral and Fontana dell'Elefante statue can be found. La Pescheria weekday fish market surrounds the square with seafood restaurants nearby.
Most popular city on this route
28 minutes off the main route, 90% of way to Palermo
Agrigento, situated on the southwest coast of Sicily, is a hilltop city renowned for its ancient ruins of the Akragas in the Valley of Temples. The archeological site boasts well-preserved Greek temples that attract many visitors. The Museo Archeologico Regionale 'Pietro Griffo' outside the city features artifacts and a giant male figure known as telamon.
79% as popular as Catania
1 hour off the main route, 91% of way to Palermo
Best stops along Athens to Palermo drive
The top stops along the way from Athens to Palermo (with short detours) are Trulli e Puglia Tour di Alberobello, Navagio, and Centro Storico. Other popular stops include Meteora, Akrotiri Beach Hotel, and Melissani Cave.
The amphitheater at the Asclepieion of Epidaurus, constructed in 340 BCE and made from limestone, is one of the best-preserved Classical Greek structures still standing. It boasts exceptional acoustics; even a dropped coin in its centre can be heard from the highest seat. The theatre accommodates up to 14,000 individuals and features restored Corinthian pilasters flanking its entrance.
This is definitely worth the drive from Athens. In fact, the drive was one of the highlights. The scenery along the way is beautiful. The theater itself is impressive and so are the surrounding ruins. You can see that there have been attempts to reconstruct some of the buildings but it doesn't look like any progress has been made in some time.
Andrew — Google review
Incredible site. Larger in size than Ancient Mycenae, and the restored theater is fabulous. Stroll the full grounds to see layers of history. Good signage with descriptions in both Greek and English. The small Museum is also worth a look. They have the only (?) fully preserved capital of a pillar on display there.
Andy Shaw — Google review
Fantastic and so well-preserved. If you are able, climb to the top and sit in the shade of the trees. It is cool, quiet (though this was in late May, not sure how it would be in high season) and you really get to experience how fantastic the acoustics are, as you can hear so much of what is said at the bottom. Museum and ruins are worth a visit too; on the same site and included in ticket price.
Lynn Trillo — Google review
It is difficult to believe such a well designed was built in the 4th century BC. The sound quality is amazing, so easy to hear from the top. This is a treasure.
The museum is not really worth the time. The hospital is also a site that needs guidance to paint the picture. If you are short on time, head to the amphitheatre.
Rhicke Jennings — Google review
It has natural fantastic acoustics. If you come in a group, split in two. One satying in orchestra ring at the bottom an other half i a top row to feel it. And bear in mind how long ago it was built.
Tomek Ikea — Google review
It is a marvel of ancient engineering and artistic achievement. With its impeccable acoustics and stunning architecture, it offers an unparalleled theatrical experience that transports visitors back in time. Surrounded by lush greenery and steeped in history, this magnificent amphitheater is not only a testament to the ingenuity of the ancient Greeks but also a source of inspiration and awe for all who have the privilege of witnessing its splendor. A visit to this historic site promises to be an unforgettable journey into the heart of classical Greece, where the arts flourished and the spirit of innovation thrived.
Jafu Parker — Google review
It is rich in history and very well preserved. Ideal for the active person as a lot of walking is involved. With the new audio app available at a reasonable price make the whole experience much better.
Jamie Sims — Google review
What a great view. This place is amazing. Can't believe over 2400 years old. Take time to walk up and admire the view from atop. The acoustics are so good. One can stand at center and be heard from the last row.
David E. Cruz — Google review
Pretty surprising this place is still being used today. Especially since it was built in the 4th Century BC. The acoustics are amazing and Tara spoke in a normal tone of voice and I could hear her on the top row. There's also a pretty good museum on site.
Rick Adkins — Google review
Initially lots of antique rocks, but when you visit it you stay speechless, because it's huge and the way it's built gives very good acoustic even to the highest row of the amphitheatre. There's good infrastructure for parking and good tables with information.
Haralambi Kalev — Google review
The stadium was built over 2400 years ago, but it is very well maintained. I sit at the top of the stadium and can hear people talking and laughing around the keystone and inside the circle. Try clapping your hands as you walk around different parts of the circle. The sound effect is amazing.
Amy W — Google review
Amazing theater that is a must visit archeological site in Greece. We were amazed by the acoustics of theater and the ruins in the area. Definitely worth climbing to the top and sitting to listen to the people at the lower level of the theater
Seth - — Google review
Excellent place. Easy spent a couple of hours around the site as its quite large. We spent most of our time at the ancient theatre. Very well preserved and looked after. Great sat at the top looking down on the stage imagining being there 2500 years ago!
Definitely worth visiting.
Vin Veron — Google review
I have no words to describe this place.. it is my favorite of all the ancient archaeological sites!! The site the views the history of healing and ‘sleep’ you have to feel it for yourself and I can only highly recommend the trip !!
Silke ?SilkeGlobal? Wettergren — Google review
Impressive Theatre that takes you back in time!
Fully recommend!!!
The acoustics are excellent. This is one of the few remaining ancient amphitheaters in existence and probably the best preserved.
If you are lucky and get to watch a performance there, you will feel the magical atmosphere, as you make the time travel thousands of years ago.
A must see in this area
From Athens is a 2 hour drive, my recommendation is after this experience to go to Nafplio, it’s a 45 minute drive from there.
It’s enchanting, worth staying one or two days there also.
Evangelia Ioakimidou — Google review
Fascinating ancient amphitheater that has the best acoustics in the world which are still not fully understood - limestone, channels in seating, positioning in the hillside, other contributing factors… plus the site still hosts live theater & music every summer! It’s fun to try it out yourself; stand in the center of the stage and whisper a message- it will be heard clearly at the top row. Added bonus is the small but interesting museum with artifacts found on the site including a World Heritage site of ancient medicine.
Christine Wentworth — Google review
This site is well worth a visit. The theatre is particularly special, such an amazingly well restored site. The staff we spoke with so informative and friendly and had great knowledge. If you're in the Peloponnese, you MUST visit ..spectacular.
Livvy Dee — Google review
Acoustics in this Greek theatre great. Marble steps a bit slippery when wet. Very rich in history
Jeannette Ochs — Google review
The theatre as an archaeological site is definitely worth the traveler’s attention. A magnificent piece of architecture and acoustics still holds performances in the summer. The museum is small but you can get all the information needed to understand the function of the site as a whole.
Apart from the theatre there was a complex with various buildings, including temples and sanctuaries, dorms, baths, a stadium and of course the temple of Asclepius where people received treatment through the process of enkoimesis.
You can also enjoy the nature around the site with all its peace and tranquility.
There is a museum shop and a cafe as well.
S Gk — Google review
We came here just for the theatre but had a fantastic time with the museum and site of the sanctuary of Asclepius too. The theatre's acoustic is remarkable and as excellent as everyone says. It's an experience unlike any other. The museum is small, but packed with interesting items for the history of medicine and close views of some architectural sculpture. The site of the sanctuary of Asclepius has some great way finding signage. The billboards for the individual buildings are not very well designed for non-experts, but the chance to wander through some ancient ruins was excellent. We were charged 12 euros for the whole visit, which is pricier than other local sites but well worth it in my opinion.
Sam Hayes — Google review
A huge place to visit, with ample parking spaces. However, the toilets ran out of paper. Bring your own!
Andre von Muhlen — Google review
A great historical site that is still used for plays during the summer. The sound protection in the theatre is something I have never seen before in life. A must visit place if you are in the area.
Rahim Agha — Google review
The acoustics are amazing and we look forward to coming back in the summer to watch a live performance. The walk to the theatre was pretty in the spring with all the sweet wildflowers and meadow like scenery to the top (we didn’t take the stairs).
Ioanna Barlas — Google review
Like any Greek theater, this place is magnificent. This is of course my first visit to Greece and this stopover was worth it. Despite the large number of tourists visiting this place, entry is smooth. No more than 5 minutes to get the entrance ticket (it's in October so that's understandable). In 1h30, you can visit the theater and the archaeological site. It's truly magnificent, you go back in time in the blink of an eye. If you go to Greece, take a trip to Epidavros, a calm and quiet town, especially the ancient town.
The Corinth Canal is a remarkable achievement of engineering spanning several centuries. Conceived by an Ancient Corinth ruler, started by Roman emperor Nero, and finished in the 19th century by the French, it's over 6km long and 23m wide with vertical sides towering over 90m above water. The canal played a significant role in elevating Piraeus' status as a prominent Mediterranean port.
I think it is one of the must-see locations on the way to Nafplio. The canal was built in late 1800s. However, as far as ı read, a landslides was occurred in the slopes of the canal. The Greek government decided to remove the debris and re-open the canal in 2021. however, we visited the canal in April 2022 and it was still closed to ship traffic.
Emre Kucukkirca — Google review
What a must-see engineering gem! Everybody should sail the Corinth Canal at least once in their lives!
G T — Google review
It is literally what you see in the photos, a four mile long canal with extremely high, steep sided sides but you can only marvel at how it was constructed in an era without the modern machinery of today. Well worth the visit.
Lindsay Walker — Google review
A masterpiece of man, with great vision
Minh Th?ng Phan — Google review
I think this is a must see. The canal is long and narrow with beautiful tall cliffs on either side. The water is a strikingly beautiful blue when the sun directly hits it. You can watch boats make their way through the canal. It is about an hour drive from Athens airport, but it is a cool way to see the Greek countryside. There is a bungee jump there called Zulu Bungee which I highly recommend. You can even go there and watch other people jump from the viewing area above. There is ample paking and a bridge that you. an also walk out on to see the canal better. Also there is a nicely maintained restroom across the street.
Deanna Farias — Google review
Fantastic feat of engineering. Beyond taking a couple of photos and admiring the excavation there's not much to do. But we'll worth a 15 minute stop.
Nigel Price — Google review
The Corinth Canal is a man-made canal in Greece, that connects the Gulf of Corinth in the Ionian Sea with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It cuts through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth and separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland, arguably making the peninsula an island. The canal was dug through the isthmus at sea level and has no locks. It is 6.4 kilometers (4 mi) in length and only 21.4 meters (70 ft) wide at its base, making it impassable for many modern ships. It is currently of little economic importance becoming mainly a tourist attraction.
RAVINDRA SINGH — Google review
Very beautiful view of the canal and is impressive.
Amy W — Google review
Must see this land mark and ow vast it is!
Never in my life did I think I would jump off a bridge but I’m so glad I did there.
Amazing and would 100% go back here.
Lauren Selby Jones — Google review
Canal under constructionin1882.
It looks like this today.
Vlado ST — Google review
The canal was initially proposed in classical times and a failed effort was made to build it in the 1st century AD.[4] Construction recommenced in 1881 but was hampered by geological and financial problems that bankrupted the original builders. It was completed in 1893, but, due to the canal's narrowness, navigational problems, and aperiodic closures to repair landslides from its steep walls, it failed to attract the level of traffic expected by its operators.
SHAHAB UDDIN — Google review
Please do not make the mistake of going onto the abandoned train track as this is where Google Maps directions instructs. Views are breathtaking.
Andy Lima — Google review
The Corinth Canal is impressive. Despite the high price for crossing the canal, it is worth doing it, the memory stays for life.
Ben Reyna — Google review
This spot is not easy to get to, there are no proper road and have to drive through mud road. So be prepared if you want to get here. The view aren’t that magnificent as well. I would suggest taking a look at it from one of the bridges and passes the canal.
However if you would still come to this spot, I have attached some pictures that hopefully will help you find the entrance which is next to the petrol station - as you can see no proper road. Safe trip!
Ken Joo Yeap — Google review
For a 19th century canal, it is impressive.
But not quite my thing.
You can also do a bunging jumping from the bridge.
The area itself did not have much to do.
It is probably something you do because is near somewhere else you're visiting. We were going to Temple of Hera and this was on the way.
There were some suffering stray cats too, so a bit heartbreaking. Please bring something for the lil kitties if you visit.
Iva Reis — Google review
Pretty awesome Historic location to come for a quick visit if you’re ever near this areas. The views from the Bridge are pretty self explanatory.
VoudouLounge — Google review
Great place to take photos.
There’s an area for souvenirs and restrooms.
Jen AF — Google review
A lovely attraction to visit when in Corinth. The water looks great and it’s a must to visit this when nearby.
There is a nearby shop/museum which can be visited to get more information on nearby attractions.
Joey R — Google review
Loved this boat ride down the canal. The bridge goes down into the water and the boats go over it and down the straight canal to the other end. Very relaxing and nice boat ride. You get to see both ends of the canal and then turn around and go back. There is a tribute to Nero who started the project at the one end on the Corinth side.
Greg Sparling — Google review
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This imposing Venetian-built fortress is a popular tourist destination with amazing views of the Argolic Gulf. It was used as a fortress and prison by successive rulers, but is now one of the town's main attractions with its iconic interlocking bastions that you can walk along. The fortress can be reached either by steep ascent on foot or a short drive from the town.
Visited early on a February morning (8:30) open time and there were only a couple of other people in the whole complex.
Admission is 4.50 winter
We drove up but you can also climb about 900 stairs to the top.
Great views of Nafplio and the super yacht Maltese Falcon.
Brian Helms — Google review
Amazing place. We walked through the +\- 1000 stairs from the city to the fortress and it has been a great hike for us and our son (6yo).
Stunning views and interesting building construction on top. Highly recommended!
Alessandro Benni — Google review
We recently visited Greece and had the amazing opportunity to explore this magnificent fortress. The views were spectacular from every angle. The architecture was phenomenal. Highly recommend adding this to must sees!
Rhonda Richardson — Google review
Very nice Venetian fortress. The views are wonderful. Of course it's a bit of a hike up but nothing too strenuous. I liked Nafplion very much but my wife wouldn't get off the cruise boat after what we went through in Athens.
Michael Blok — Google review
Very very windy. The surfaces are uneven so wear appropriate footwear and take your time. The view from this vantage point is incredible and definitely worth however you travel wether by the 999 steps up or by bus. I took the bus... 😂
Michael Higginbotham — Google review
If you are visiting Nafplio, I wouldn't miss visiting the Fortress. My girlfriend, our 12 year old daughter and I were here and spent roughly 3 hours exploring and we had a very nice and tiring time. Be prepared to duck, crouch and thoroughly enjoy yourself. Beautiful surroundings and it wasn't crowded at all.
Brian Morton — Google review
Visited March 31st. The spring has bloomed. Flowers everywhere. Purple and red colors. The climb to the top was difficult since my sister and myself are not the fittest people on earth. But the climb was WORTH IT. Views are to die for. Highly recommend. Tickets are €4 up until March 31st and after that beginning April 1st they are €8. Pricey tickets but worth it. We were tired by the time we climbed up so we took a taxi back down to our hotel. Taxi costs €10.
Sarah Zoubi — Google review
A very impressive fortress includes eight structures at 2000 meters above sea level. Beautiful views over Nafplio city and the sea. Wonderful arches framing blue water views. Possibility to go down by a thousand steps that get you back to the town.
Sophie Dvoretz — Google review
This venetian fortress is a very nice place to explore. You can access it by car or by foot, but be aware that if you want to go by foot, be prepared to climb 999 stairs (this is the local saying, I would say that is even more 😅). The view from the stairs is amazing
Tales P?dua — Google review
🏰 Fortress of Palamidi 🌄
What an awe-inspiring fortress! The Fortress of Palamidi perched high above Nafplio offers breathtaking views of the town and the sea. Its impressive architecture and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for history buffs like myself. The climb up the steep steps was well worth the effort as I explored the various bastions and enjoyed the panoramic vistas. The rich history and well-preserved structure make this place a captivating experience. If you're in Nafplio, don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in this magnificent piece of Greek history. Highly recommended!
Gabe Buckner — Google review
Palamidi is an impressive fort above Nafplio with outstanding views. Be aware that it's around 1000 steps(!) to the very top up the stairway. It's quite expensive to get in though, the ticket office is at the top and it's E8 per person (kids under 18 free, and also discounts for 18-25s from EU countries). There's a prison cell and a small church at the top, along with a small cafe and toilets. Worth it for the views, but only just. If you want to save some cash you can just hike 2/3 of the way up the stairs and enjoy the view... But do it before midday when the sun starts shining on the stairway...
Stephen Psallidas — Google review
Actually the best view of ancient ruins I found in Greece. Even Acropolis didn’t do it. Views on the see are mesmerizing. But it doesn’t look like smth Greece - more like English. And it is huge
Vladyslav Bykov — Google review
Fortress is in very good conditions and really beautiful. Equally beautiful is also view from above. Approach is pretty hard, but can be a good training. There are around thousand steps from the western side. From the eastern side approach is a little bit easier but longer. Also from the eastern side is possible come by car.
nenad pandurevic — Google review
A large fortress on top of the highest point in the area, with fantastic and commanding views of the whole area. It gets very busy at weekends, especially just after the schools break up. You have to be physically able to attempt the climb up the stairs. The alternative is the road entrance although parking is limited.
Derric Hood — Google review
A very well preserved fortress from the 17th century accessible by walk but I would recommend taxi. You need at least 2 hours to walk around. Splendid view on the town of Navplio below.
Velimir Soskic — Google review
This great archeological sight showcases both great architecture and the jail cell of a man who participated in the Greek war for independence. It's a great place to visit if you are staying in Nafplio. I spent quite a long time here, looking at every crevice and the picturesque view. It would have been quite a great idea to explain the cell and the general fortress in a better way. For example to show the history of it and the events that took place there. Sure there were some signs but they did not specify anything.
Nikos — Google review
A more recent fortress than all the other archeological sites nearby. It has nice views and is well maintained. Not sure how crowded it is in a more touristic season, but when we went in January it was ideal.
Silviu Teodor Popescu — Google review
We did NOT walk the stairs! Used the parking lot ( 😊). Very interesting spot to visit, great views as well. Make sure to visit the cell ( maybe not if you’re claustrophobic ).
Randy G — Google review
Walking the 950+ stairs is a challenge and dangerous in parts. But the rewards are many with an ice cold water fountain at the ticket booth and some stunning views. The site itself is brilliant. Very large and again some very dangerous areas where you could plunge to your death but with care and being sensible, climbing over this structure and reading its history is brilliant.
G Mac — Google review
Amazing place of history. An expansive site. Views to die for. We arrived by car. Not a lot of parking available but lucky it was the off season (early October). I did notice that there was a open top hop on hop off bus that probably came from Napflion. Would probably be the best option in peak season instead of the 99 steps or drive.
Lynette Blackburn-Leary — Google review
Nice hike (steps) to the rear gate of the fortress (fortress closed after hours) with a gorgeous view of the promontory, Nafplio's old town. The sunset is breath taking!
Huihua Chang — Google review
Loved visiting the castle during our stay in Nafplio. We did not climb the steps we were able to drive up. It would have been nice to have more information on the castle but definitely worth a visit, stunning views
The Delphi Archaeological Museum houses a vast collection of architectural sculptures, statues, and other precious objects donated to the ancient Greek oracle from the 8th century BC onwards. It is a matter of debate whether to visit the museum or site first, as both offer unique experiences. The museum provides visitors with insights into what the site may have looked like during its prime, featuring wealthy buildings and vividly coloured statues.
The museum is right next to the Delphi ruins and holds most of the (small) items found on the site and the more monuments/decorative stones used on the buildings.
The museum isn't that big and takes the general visitor less than half an hour.
Including the Delphi ruins this is a sight worth seeing.
Stanly — Google review
Wonderful museum showing the amazing finds throughout the ancient temple area. Offers plenty of information about its life as a religious center for the ancient Greeks. So many things to see, plan to spend sometime slowly making your way through.
Brian Saylor — Google review
Really incredible museum and building! Loved how the building stands on stilts overtop of an archaeological site with several places to view from. It's easy to understand why it has won so many awards with its thoughtful design that compliments the exhibits without taking away from them. Note that you are not allowed to bring backpacks into the museum. I was asked to check my backpack but it was free and an efficient system. No worries there.
Matt Wallace — Google review
Archaeological site and museum locate beside each other, just off the road. Finally, found a spot in 5 – 10 minutes’ walk. Since no specific parking lot provided, there is a chance, need to go back and forth to find a spot after somebody’s leaving. Staff were very nice and welcome. Site is located in the heights and good looking landscape. You would see different nationality, professional and nice travelers, interested in history. There was some information about monument but it could be more. There were some shops for statues and souvenirs with good price. Still there is a chance to negotiate. Local people were welcome to provide information, to help to find parking spot, and to show the ways.
Nima M. — Google review
Visiting the Delphi archaeological site and museum was an unforgettable journey into the heart of ancient Greece. The site itself, nestled on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, offers breathtaking views and a palpable sense of history. Exploring the ruins of the Temple of Apollo, the theater, and the stadium was like stepping back in time, imagining the rituals and competitions that once took place there.
The museum, with its impressive collection of artifacts, beautifully complements the outdoor experience. From intricately carved statues to delicate pottery, each exhibit tells a story of the people who once inhabited this sacred place. The highlight for me was seeing the iconic Charioteer statue up close, its serene expression and masterful craftsmanship truly awe-inspiring.
The staff at both the site and the museum were knowledgeable and passionate, adding depth to the experience with their insights and anecdotes. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply seeking to connect with the past, a visit to Delphi is a must-do. It's a place where ancient wonders come to life, leaving a lasting impression on all who have the privilege to explore its treasures.
Johan Opoka — Google review
We were very pleased to make our visit to Delphi including the archaeological museum. All of those things that we have read and heard about all our lives regarding Apollo and his role in Greek history were brought to life. We really enjoyed our visit.
Karl Heeter — Google review
What an amazing place to visit!!! Full of monuments, stunning status and offers to the Gods! I am so proud to be Greek Origin and very happy to see all these historic places…congratulations to people, devoted to this sacred place!
PS I recommend to visit very early in the morning to see the sun rising up the mountains…ones in a lifetime experience
Alexia Giannopoulos — Google review
Incredible history behind an ancient center of religion. Imagine asking and then getting advice from a woman who babbled from inhaled vapors which then were interpreted by priests in a vague manner so as to allow the questioner to figure out the answer for themselves. And then the vast mini temples and tributes to the Oracle...
It blows the mind as to how powerful and influential this place was.
Bill Baker — Google review
Good museum. You definitely need an engaging tour guide to get proper context and history behind each display. The museum felt a little congested and the air conditioning is bad. No proper ventilation. Overall a good museum to visit. Just make sure to grab a fan to get yourself some air.
Anand — Google review
Worth the drive - don't miss Delphi!
This was one of the best parts of the our Greek trip! Delphi is so beautiful and magical. It was worth the two hour drive from Athens. We took a tour with Getaways Greece which was a day trip. The vistas were just beautiful on the drive. Once you get to Delphi it's like you're transported to somewhere magical! I loved it better than Acropolis which was so touristy. The crowds were sparse here and it was lovely to take in the sites at your own pace without being herded like cattle.
Mind you it does take a bit of walking if you want to get to the top to see the stadium. But even if you don't go all the way to the top it is still a beautiful place to visit and you can still get a lot out of it without going to the top. Wear comfortable shoes.
Anonymous Anonymous — Google review
Beautiful museum and incredible site to explore. We had a private guide that explained all of the historical significance of the site.
I'll just add one warning: the incline is steep and the steps are uneven. If mobility is an issue, as it was for me, making it to the top to see the theater, may not be possible.
jenninowak — Google review
Nice musium! Very explanatory through the texts that describe the different monuments! It is relatively small thus it is not getting boring for smaller children lets say. It combines the outside area of Delphi that is very pretty with a beautiful view! A pleasant experience for sure!
Θ Togias — Google review
This museum wasn't too bad, especially since the ticket to the Sanctuary of Apollo came with the museum ticket. For the size of the place, I was kind of expecting it to be wall to wall artifacts and it really wasn't. With the museum and the archeological sites, maybe took a few hours to read about and take in.
Brian Morton — Google review
If your visiting Delphi this is a must see. The museum really helps put the ruins in perspective and context. Lots of ancient artifacts found at the site. It's very affordable and not huge, I wouldn't see spending more than maybe a few hours.
Erica Seegrist — Google review
Great place to visit if you're in the area. Plenty to see and learn during this site.
The path is nicely laid out, and you should be able to see everything should you follow the correct path.
The archeological site also offers an amazing view of the mountains, especially as you get higher towards the stadium.
The ticket price also offers entry into the museum, which offers historic displays and artefacts from the archeological site.
Don't forget to visit the other two archeological sites just a little further down the road (gymnasium and Athena... Something - should be visible on Google Maps).
Walkable to and from the town of Delphi as well, so you can definitely spend a good few hours there, wandering around and learning about this site and its historical importance.
Ricko Suryadinata — Google review
Delphi Archeological site is a jewel. Wear good shoes and bring a hat! Even at 8 am in middle of May, there were already tour buses, so be aware there will be crowds.
Lise Anne Janis — Google review
An exceptional archaeological site as well as a museum. It is not indicated anywhere, but due to the extreme heat, the working hours have been changed. In the morning they work from 8h to 13h and then from 17:30h to 20h. The disadvantage is that children from 12 to 25 years old outside the European Union are not entitled to free entry but pay half price.
Milica Stankovic — Google review
I would advise doing this with a guide if your interested in more then just taking photos. You get a much more in depth experience and an understanding of what your looking at. Museum and the temple ruins were amazing. Note the stadium is about 10-15 mins further up from the ruins.
Damian Benton — Google review
A great museum and extraordinary archeological site. The admission price of €12 gives you access to both. So the site early as it gets hot and the museum after. Also you avoid the crowds if you go early. Amazing history and buildings.
G Mac — Google review
If you are going to Meteora stop here and enjoy this place. The drive is amazing and so is the small town a mile down the road. This place has very complete ruins which are awesome.
Kunal Chandel — Google review
Not too big but interesting, best to go after visiting the main site as you'll have an idea where many of the things on exhibit were from. Good written information, you'll get a lot even without a tour guide. It can be packed with tours, plan between 20 and 60 minutes depending on how much you want to read and the crowds to squeeze through.
Pawel Matusz — Google review
The Delphi Archaeological Museum, nestled in the heart of Greece, serves as a mesmerizing window into the ancient world, showcasing the rich cultural and religious heritage of the Delphic sanctuary, revered throughout antiquity as the home of the famous oracle. This museum is a treasure trove of history, housing an extensive collection of artifacts that span thousands of years, including the iconic Charioteer of Delphi, the Sphinx of Naxos, and the remnants of the Temple of Apollo. The exhibits, arranged chronologically, offer a comprehensive overview of the development of the art and thought of ancient Greece, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts. Beyond its historical significance, the museum's location offers breathtaking views of the surrounding valley and mountains, adding a layer of natural beauty to the experience. Visiting the Delphi Archaeological Museum is not just a journey into the past; it's an opportunity to connect with the wisdom and artistry of ancient civilizations, making it a pivotal stop for anyone exploring Greece's rich heritage.
Panagiotis Boulougouras — Google review
A definite highlight of my families Greek vacation. Come stand at the Temple of Apollo and imagine it's 7th century BC and your about to ask the Oracle a question. The grounds here take you back to a time that predates most of what we know about history. Beautiful museum to see and then walk through what used to be ancient Delphi and make your way to the amphitheatre at the Pinnacle.
Philip Smith — Google review
An exceptional archaeological site as well as a museum. Temples, amphitheatre, athlete stadium and many structures of this ancient world. Incredible museum with awe inspiring artefacts.
jean-philippe Guichard — Google review
You can visit this amazing place from parking to peak in an hour. And if you do, you're cheating yourself. If you don’t want to leave with regrets, commit at least four hours for this exploration of antiquities and yourself. We were on a private tour. It was supposed to be a small group of 6 to 8 people. But we were the only customers that day so it was my partner, myself, our guide and our driver. It was perfect! Do not, I repeat, do NOT book a large group tour! You will be one of 60 people wearing a headset, separated from everyone, in your private purgatory, trying to stay within range of your distant guide’s transmission. But don’t trust me. “Know thyself.” Know for yourself. Visit & form your own opinions.
James Anderson, CFRE — Google review
A must visit the museum. There are so many artifacts that were in very good condition or very well restored. One should visit the site first and then visit the museum. There are no restrooms inside the museum, you need to go out for that. Also make sure to check the time slot in your ticket, and visit the museum within that time to avoid issues.
Delphi is a modern town located west of the ancient archaeological site. The town was established to accommodate the population of Castro, which had to be relocated for the excavation of the ancient Delphi site. Ancient Delphi, situated on Mt Parnassos with views of the Gulf of Corinth and surrounded by olive trees, is considered one of Greece's most spiritually significant archaeological sites.
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Archaeological Site of Olympia, a renowned historical location situated in Greece at the base of Kronion hill and surrounded by pine trees, is recognized as the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games. The games were held here for over 1000 years until Emperor Theodosius banned them in AD 393. Despite being destroyed by several earthquakes and orders from Theodosius II, enough remnants remain to offer visitors an idea of its past grandeur.
Magical place , full of history and ruins ,indicating importance of sport during antiquity. Man used to practice sport naked on the Olympic stadium and their winning trophy was olives leaf and head band.
Preety Parahoo — Google review
With all of the history this is an interesting place to explore. It was larger than I expected but an easy level walk throughout. The stadium was impressive from its size and the overall history. The view from the upper sides near the entrance gives a good view of its scale. The museum is definitely worth the time with some important bronze works.
Jeff Greene — Google review
The site of the Olympic Game athletes in ancient Greece is packed with some of the most interesting ruins: the Temple of Zeus, the Gymnasium, the Stadium, the Temple of Hera, the column of Nike, and many others. The site was functional until 500AD and has one of the oldest catholic churches on record, built in 200AD. Tickets are better bought in advance online, and the museum hosts some of the finer findings. There are bathrooms on site. If going in summer bring water, it is dry and hot.
Eduardo Mace — Google review
Incredible location, so much history all in one place. Worth visiting the museum first and then the archaeological site to gain insight into the scale of some of the building and stories behind them. Highly recommend! And make sure you run up and down the Olympic stadium!
Ralph Ellis — Google review
We were here as part of a cruise tour so didn't hit the whole site. A great sense of history here and I'd return. You can learn so much not taught in school growing up. The walk is fairly easy. Slopes are minimal but be careful on the gravel. Thank you Greece for keeping this available.
John Mervine — Google review
Olympia, Greece, stands as a testament to ancient athleticism and divine reverence. As one of Greece's most significant archaeological sites, it was the birthplace of the legendary Olympic Games, held to honor the mighty Zeus. We marveled at the ruins of temples and walked in the footsteps of ancient athletes, imagining the glory of past competitions. The stadium, with its impressive dimensions, echoed with the cheers of spectators and the thundering footsteps of runners. But amidst the grandeur, we were reminded of the human stories—the honor of Olympic victors, the myth of Hercules, and the temptation of poppies. Olympia is not just a site of ancient ruins; it's a window into the rich tapestry of Greek history and mythology.
Marisa B — Google review
Highly recommend. This site contains temples to Zeus and his wife Hera. It's very easy to walk and there's a lot to see. When I got to the stadium where the games were held during ancient times, I saw people running, as if in a competition. I decided to also run in that space where previous champions ran. There is something awe inspiring about this.
Beverly (Beverly) — Google review
Beautiful site, so glad we made a detour to see it. Quite a drive to get here, but well worth it. Although it was hot and we arrived at 5pm, there was shade and the ground was mostly flat. There were docents everywhere but also maps and short descriptions of each section. It is an incredible feeling, standing amongst the buildings where the first Olympics were held (and also finding out it was built on the ruins of a Neolithic village). Plan to spend at least 2 hours.
Carol Demetrios — Google review
A place of immense historical and cultural significance with vast expense of ruins, remnants of grand and sacred temples and athletic facilities. The lush greenery, tall cypress trees and the nearby river creates a serene and picturesque setting for the ancient sports events.
Zongle — Google review
Amazing site to visit and see the ruins. Best to go early in the day to avoid excessive sun, the ruins have limited shade. Plenty of markers that explain the building you are in front of and where you are on the grounds. It was pretty cool to have my kids run a short sprint in the original location of the Olympic Games.
The 2 museums that accompany the ruins provide a lot of additional information.
Michael Howard — Google review
This is one of the most impressive archeological sites that can be visited in Greece. I would recommend it to anyone traveling in Greece!
Note: the ticket for the site can also be used to visit the 2 museums around it.
Moreover, the is an official app you can download : it gives access to additional info as well as 3D rendering of what the buildings may have looked in their prime, if you want.
Alexis W. — Google review
Stepping into Olympia is like opening a captivating book that tells tales of ancient times. Every stone, every pathway, every monument echoes with the whispers of history, painting vivid images of a bygone era. The majesty of the site is undeniable, offering a rare glimpse into the heart of ancient Greek civilization. As you wander through its expansive grounds, you don’t just see history – you feel it, palpable in the air, resonating with legends of gods and heroes. A visit to Olympia isn’t just an exploration, it’s a journey back in time. For those curious souls seeking a profound connection with the past and a deeper understanding of humanity’s rich tapestry, Olympia awaits with its timeless allure. Highly recommended for history enthusiasts and dreamers alike.
Valdido Muller — Google review
Wow. The sheer history of this site fills me with awe. The signage is good and explains the ruins well. There are toilets that can be accessed from within the site. It was fabulous to see the archaeologists working. The ground can be uneven and there are a few steps to negotiate.
Lene Voorn — Google review
First Olympics was here 3000~ years ago. Earthquakes and time have damaged much of it. But there's still so much to see and the restoration that has been done is incredible
Laura Leli Carmine — Google review
What an amazing feeling, being to the place where the Olympic idea started, thousands of years before. Beautiful scenery, blended with ancient columns and ruins. The track were ancient athletes run is intact and gives you the chills! People run all over it, trying to get the vibes!! Definitely recommend this place for a visit!!
Dimitris Kostidis — Google review
It's beautiful and moving to see the stade.
The site is quite large and perfect to wander around.
The museum is gorgeous.
The kids liked it as they could run in the site and enjoy the outdoor. I give 4 stars as it is a site has a lot of the monuments down so maybe less spectacular than others.
E V — Google review
This is a must-see. The ancent ruins are very accessible and easy to view. Much more than the Acropolis in Athens. By this I mean, you could get closer to them and really have a good idea of the huge size of these temples.
We had a professional guide (I would highly recommend) as he was able to tell us about how the original Olympic Games were run. They were not every year but when a battle needed to be celebrated. There are many different temples and structures to see.
Margarita Ibbott (DownshiftingPRO) — Google review
Recommend for a nice excursion. Wonderful museum and site. We did visit first thing, which was lovely for the crowds as well as the heat. It is a big site and so may take hours. Hot in the summer. Wonderful for the family. We did hire a local guide which made the experience just wonderful.
BrassBelles Mississauga — Google review
Interesting historical place where the first Olympics took place.
There is restoration work taking place also uncovering more history.
You would need a good couple of hours at least to have a walk around plus time for the museum too.
It's worth a visit if you get a chance as it's a unique piece of history.
Jason Devereux — Google review
A must visit when going to Greece.
It boggles the mind how this amazing site was lost in history for so long. Loved the boards that provided the context and story. This is the best site we have visited for clear stories and backgrounds information.
C West — Google review
Our favorite archeological site we visited in Greece. In offseason they close at 3:30 so would recommend arriving early as you can spend 3-5 hours here easily. We even went back a second day to just read on the grass.
Ryan Schuman — Google review
A unique experience. I enjoyed this trip to the fullest, I really want to thank all the staff that worked there for the entertaining guided tour and the excellent services. I would like to come again.
Sabine Nkoy Moleka — Google review
I wanted to visit the original Olympic site for a long time. So I was very excited when I finally stood in front of the Ancient site of Olympia.
We can walk through most of the ruins, and some of them have a steel rope circling. I hope people will notice that they shouldn’t walk inside. However, some people are still walking inside the circled area!
The site is massive. All the ruins are there with information displayed in front of them. I loved the Ancient site of Olympia. I hope people will remember not to cause damage to the ruins.
Michael W. — Google review
This is so exquisite! We got our money worth a thousand times! In the winter the entrance is only 6 euros pp, site and 2 museums included! If I understand well the price goes up this year to 24E,in the summer. I was there between Christmas and New year, and it was super quiet.. In the summer it must be crazy.. You have to reserve a time slot then!
Carine Vloemans- IASIS — Google review
Such an amazing museum. I loved every details and sculptures here. It was a bit crowdy when we came, but we had no wait to get our tickets. The museum isn't very big but has very important pieces. Lovely Olympia.
eslem ouederni — Google review
Great place of some awesome history. Our children were in awe that they had arrived at the sight of the original Olympics. They really enjoyed running in the original stadium area. Was also cool to see the Zeus temple. You can see the sheer size of it!
John Russell-Smith (FamilyRussell-SmithTravel) — Google review
Great experience because of the virtual reality glasses from Olympia back in time! Too bad the glasses were not right next to the site but it was only a 10 minute walk away and definitely something to rent to make it more than just stones! Kids enjoyed racing at the stadium and mostly the virtual reality.
One thing to note, if you want to visit the museum first then you need to get tickets from the museum. If you would like to visit the site first, then tickets at the site. We went to the site but wanted to visit the museum and there was a bit of discussion and we needed to refund the tickets and get new ones.
Meteora Monasteries, a World Heritage site consisting of six Eastern Orthodox monasteries, are located in Kalambaka. These monasteries were built on top of rock pillars amidst breathtaking scenery and fresh air. To reach the location safely, it is recommended to hire a car and drive carefully due to the presence of scary curves on the way.
One of the places that gives you the feeling that you have reached heaven, when you are actually in the world.
Despite the distance from Athens or Thessaloniki the journey to Meteora is particularly worthwhile, you can get there by train independently or alternatively book a guided tour in advance. It is very important to arrive in modest attire, long pants and a skirt for women, in addition to T-shirts, it is recommended to arrive in the spring, summer and fall season, enjoy
Ramez Salem — Google review
I went here on an organised coach tour from Corfu. You can can get some stunning pictures of the rock formations by the side of the road at various points before going to any of the monasteries. The limited stopping spaces can become very busy at times. The tour I was on visited two monasteries. At the first monastery we made our way up quite a few steps to pay the first entrance fee of 3 EUR. There are a few spots on the way up to take more pictures.
Fortunately we had an English speaking guide included in the tour price which really helped to understand the history and the meaning of the paintings etc.Definitely worth it if you can have a guided tour. We spent about an hour here
The second monastery was down a lot of steps then up to pay the entrance fee. Again the guide explained about the history to provide some context. There were also a few information boards to read in English. We stayed here for approximately 45 minutes. Toilet facilities were available at both places along with small gift shops. Modest clothing is required and ladies have to purchase a covering if they are not wearing a skirt. Great opportunity to see a wonderful UNESCO heritage site. You could spend all day here if you walked around and went to a few more monasteries.
Gavin Williams — Google review
A must visit, while in Greece not just for it’s historical & immaculately kept buildings, the views are breathtaking & it is & was spiritually for me. But be prepared lots of steps if you want to go inside any of the churches. Also it is approx 4/5 hr drive North of Athens.
chris G — Google review
If you haven’t visited this amazing place you might consider visiting it. We stayed here for two nights and loved it. We visited all 6 open monasteries and also met a sunset. Apart from history and nature, stunning landscapes and culture we had a chance to taste a local Greek cuisine and loved it. I highly recommend visiting the Meteora.
Ivan Newland — Google review
Unique place. We went there with a tour starting in Athens. In total, we spent around 12 hours. It took us 5 hours to get there by bus. We visited three monasteries and stopped many times along the road for pictures in panoramic spots. Amazing place.
Dario Scilla — Google review
Wonderful places!! It's definitely worth a visit or a day trip from nearby cities or Thessaloniki. (About 3 hours drive each way)
There is dress code for men and women. Men: long pants; women: long skirts.
They do have some cover up cloth for those guests who may need it.
Don't worry about the stairs, they are in good condition and enjoy the view as you get there.
Remember to being cash for the ticket (3 euro per adult visitor).
Roads are narrow and windy to go up or down as you enter the area. If you are easy to get car sick, be prepared for some remedies.
Avoid the peak tourist times if you can to enjoy the places quietly and leisurely. They are not very big, but so have some detailed religious work can be observed. Along with some Greek and English explanations.
Do watch out for signs for where photos or video not allowed. Be respectful and considerate. Enjoy your time and follow the rules and guidelines there. Don’t forget to visit the shops there to see if you may want to pick up some items.
Tomson Chan — Google review
The sight is amazing! The fresh air and the greenery, simply outstanding. Drive carefully there because the roads have scary curves. And don't go alone, you might find it boring. It good place for basic hiking too!
Ishu Sikaria — Google review
The monasteries on top of the tall spires is amazing. We visited two of them and saw the churches inside. Before setting out to the monasteries, definitely go to the bathroom before because each monastery bathroom has a long line.
Lawrence Tom — Google review
Breathtaking. I visited the area on a tour, and all the 3 monasteries we visited, and the other 3 we only saw from the outside, were sitting in some of the most gorgeous locations, hanging up on the columns.
Each monastery costs 3 euros to enter. Be aware that most of them, except "The Monastery of St. Stephan", aren't accessible to people in wheel chairs, and there is a fair amount of stairs everywhere.
גיא אברהם — Google review
What a beautiful place. We booked our tour with a local guide and it was definitely worth it. Georgia was very knowledgeable about Greek orthodox religion and the geology of the rock formation. Highly recommend
James Bright — Google review
One of 6 monasteries in Meteora. Beautiful place to visit. Be aware modest dress only or they won't let you in. If a woman doesn't have a dress on, they'll provide you a wrap to use. You may or may not see a monk while here. Also there are a couple indoor areas that photographs are not allowed. Great little museum and gift shop where you can buy some souvenirs, including grappa they make onsite! Wonderful views from pretty much anywhere.
Philip Smith — Google review
This has to be a wonder of the world! You must put this on your bucket list. Avoid peak times and often the most enjoyable part is hiking around the mountains and not necessarily in the monasteries.
Shae Sterling — Google review
The combination of the unusual rock formations and the medieval monasteries sitting on their peaks makes Meteora a very unique place. A few tourist agencies offer a sunset tours but I took a taxi to the sunset viewpoints. The panoramic views of the otherworldly landscape bathed in the golden rays of the setting sun simply took my breath away. Visiting some monasteries perching on the top of the rock pillars is also an experience like no other. If you enjoy hiking, you should spend a few days in this area. I thoroughly loved this place.
Prakich Treetasayuth — Google review
Simply amazing! We are not really a hiking couple with my husband but the everything we're so beautiful up there it worth every single minute of the 5 hours hike. We loved it highly recommended to see this once in a lifetime.
Nikolett Bandula — Google review
No words to describe this incredible place. I recommend everyone to attend Meteora. Breathtaking views, fresh air and special aura.
I swear no one will regret decision to go there. 🩷
V K — Google review
One of the most spectacular views you’d ever see in your life! Absolutely must see when in Greece! Make sure you book a tour with one of the official tour guides who have studied this profession and they have a lot of historical information to share.
R2 Travel — Google review
A must visit site if you are traveling around. There are many monasteries you can climb and visit, most or whole of them requires a modest clothes and a low cost. And there is one we tried to enter but was closed (only Tuesdays). It is also beautiful just being around without entering.
Matar Shema — Google review
Rich in history. View is amazing. Visited 3 out of the 6 monasteries in 1 day. Nothing much else to do around here. I would suggest max 2 nights. Check the visiting days of the monasteries.
Al P — Google review
This place is incredible, so beautiful. You should visit at least one of the monasteries. Wear decent clothes that cover enough like your shoulders, knees, etc.
Tip: hike around this place to discover the whole area and to avoid the crowds. Go watch the sunrise and enjoy the views.
Tibi lost in nature — Google review
Stunning views and hard climbs. The monasteries are well worth it though, both the interior and exterior are remarkable! Definitely worth a visit if you find yourself in mainland Greece. (PS: Stay for more than a day if you're traveling from Athens as most travelers only get to see about 2 monestaries, while we got to see 4 of them. You also get to spare yourself the trouble of being in the bus for almost 10 hours
Hugo Miguel — Google review
There are no words to describe this place, Meteora is magical and amazing to say the least. If travelling from Athens, I recommend getting a private car ride up so you can see things in your own time and see the monasteries you most want to see. There are lines to get in to the monasteries and you must make sure you’re wearing clothes that cover your shoulders and are below the knees in order to get in. The views are breathtaking. Definitely recommend doing a day trip from Athens!
Ella — Google review
What a place and definitely worth a visit! I found all of the Meteora Monasteries we have visited beautiful and would recommend visit as many of them as you can. Really awesome how they managed to built the monasteries on the rocks and so close to the cliffs. Just be prepared to climb some stairs.
Thomas W. — Google review
Meteora is amazing! The location is amazing and is a lovely place. There are loads of restaurants everywhere. The food is very good and people are very friendly. The monasteries nearby are very nice and it's great to visit. Definitely come here and you can also drive to Metsovo and Ionina.
Adrian LM — Google review
Such an amazing place. The views are breathtaking. The monasteries date back to the 1300s and are very interesting places to visit. From a historical aspect they are an amazing story of human determination and perseverance. From a religious aspect one can feel in touch with God and closer to the heavens.
Brenda & Bill Sumner — Google review
Very nice place to visit but it all depends on the time you have on hand. From Athens is a total of 8hrs bus drive and with the time spent there you will easily be gone from Athens for 15- 16 hrs. The tour I joined they visited 3 monasteries with around 40 to 50 min allocates to each, for an inside visit. Some of the monasteries have lost of stairs to climb so if your are not a fit person , just take it slow.
The monasteries , some of them are lived by only a small handful of nuns or monks , which you may or may not see if you are there .
The place and views are beautiful so if you have the time to spare , just go for it!
Andreea Carabulea — Google review
Amazing place, out of this world. A series of mountain top monasteries. Perfect hike from the village at the foot of the mountains. Also can be done by car. Not all of the monasteries are open every day, and all of them require a 3 euro entrance fee, payable in cash! Worth a detour.
Sander Hoogendoorn — Google review
Speechless! It's definitely worth going to! Don't be alarmed by the stairs, they are in great condition and you can enjoy the view along the way. One important thing is to make sure to bring cash for the ticket (3 euro per non-Greek person). Also, don't stress about the dress code as women are offered a pareo.
Ariadni Georgatou — Google review
This is one place in Greece I definately recommend seeing. A Unesco Heritage site that stimulate all senses when seen in person! It wasn't cheap nor easy getting there, 5 or 6 tolls each way, 4.5 hour drive from Athens, but it was worth the effort. A place few people had heard off, but gaining in popularity for good reason. Imagine monasteries pearch high up on monolithic steep rock formations, its like a city in the clouds. No picture or video can do this place justice. Just Go!
Gordon Ng — Google review
A wonderful visit to the monasteries of Meteora. Read up on them first. Look at all the photos you want: no photo does the place justice.
There are 6 active active monasteries out of 24. Well worth the entry fee (3€ per person). Visit the shops for mementos.
Toilets are available in town and in the monasteries. I would recommend checking out the monastery toilets, it's an experience 😉.
One word of note: there is always one monastery that is closed, so make sure if you want to enter a particular one, if it's closed on your visiting day.
Kalamaki Beach Hotel on Zakynthos Island is a serene beachfront property with an outdoor pool, restaurant, and bar. The beach is located in a protected area next to Laganas, making it a popular spot for snorkeling. The National Marine Park of Zakynthos was established to preserve the coastal area and provide a safe nesting place for Caretta caretta turtles.
Went to visit family there we had lunch at the pool bar which was excellent then chilled out on the sun loungers by the pool which was spotless. staff are very polite and accommodating. The beach is only a stones throw away from this lovely hotel.
antonio digiacomo — Google review
My friend and I booked a room at their hotel back in February, aiming to go to Zante from 9th to 12th of June, conscious of the terms and conditions and the no cancellation policy (stressing this point again because the hotel's reply at my feedback is just a sad attempt to demonstrate we did not understand or really paid attention when we completed the booking when It Is not the case, we were absolutely aware of the no cancellation policy).
Unfortunately though, Ryanair cancelled our flights towards the end of February, offering alternatives on other dates not Ideal for us. Due to the unforeseen situation, we immediately reached out to the hotel explaining what happened, sharing evidence of the flight's change and kindly asked if they could consider a free cancellation, at least for part of the amount paid.
We called and sent several messages (First message sent on 24th of February and rejection without a message to explain their reasons received beginning of March only, again to prove that what stated by the owner in their reply It Is not true, they did not reply immediately and they didn't even pick up the phone) and never really received an answer for a while, until one day they simply reject our request without even a message. At that point, we decided to escalate this with Booking who could not do much more besides trying to explain the circumstance once again, ending up receiving the same "treatment". I appreciate and respect that the no cancellation policy was clear from the start but, not only we were ignored - we are guests, a minimum of touch on how they dealt with us should have been the minimum - but with 4 months ahead of the planned holiday, they could have easily found someone else interested in their hotel who would have replaced our booking. If this Is how they treat their guests, i would avoid this place.
Deborah Vittoria — Google review
Me and other 4 friends booked a semi-based apartment on Feb 2022 for vacation planned on June 2022 through booking website.
Our booking was a non refundable one and we were aware of not getting money back in case the trip was stopped for any reason.
One week later we had journey changes by Ryanair, myself had to fly and leave on same day since the flying company cancelled many dates.
We tried to call the hotel by phone, to reach them by email and we never had a reply for weeks.
We then tried to contact Booking Assistance in order to help us, sending our cancelled flights too, letting them know it would have been not possible to control the situation, highlighting that we were giving 4 months of warning.
Hotel never responded to us neither to Booking Assistance and so we then tried again through the Booking Assistance team to help us contacting directly the hotel.
They replied they couldn’t refund us with NO explanations, having an insensitive behavior, when they are usually fully booked and this reservation could have been made by someone else very quickly. Also, they lost clients for no reason!
Worst experience ever!!!!
mapa fraioli — Google review
Lovely clean fresh hotel, great pool, lovely staff. Rooms are comfy and clean. Hotel is right next to beach for easy access.
Highly recommended.
Paul Looney — Google review
We recently stayed at your hotel for a week and received excellent service from the front desk throughout our stay. We chose a sea view room, and the spacious balcony provided a comfortable and relaxing experience for us.
We would like to express our gratitude for the comfortable and spacious accommodation provided by your hotel. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our time in the sea view room. The magnificent view of the sea from the balcony greeted us with freshness and tranquility every morning. The expansive balcony gave us a great sense of comfort, allowing us to fully enjoy the relaxation of our vacation.
The service at reception was exceptional throughout our stay. The staff was consistently friendly, welcoming, and willing to answer our questions and fulfill our needs. Their professionalism and attentiveness left a positive impression on us.
Furthermore, I would like to highlight the dedication of the staff at the bar. Their commitment to providing quality service was evident,This level of care and responsibility made us feel valued as guests.
Another aspect worth emphasizing is the professionalism of the two front desk staff members. Despite the strict checkout time of 10 a.m., your hotel provides the convenience of a warm shower facility downstairs. This is especially beneficial for guests with late evening flights who wish to refresh after spending time at the beach before boarding their planes. The hotel's close proximity to the airport further adds to its convenience, making it an ideal choice for travelers.
Lastly, we were impressed with the quality of the swimming pool water. It was clean and well-maintained, allowing us to fully enjoy our swimming sessions.
Overall, our experience at your hotel was highly satisfying. We appreciate the exceptional service, comfortable accommodations, and convenient location. We highly recommend your hotel to others and look forward to the opportunity to stay with you again in the future.
Thank you for providing us with a memorable stay.
jing yang — Google review
Very welcoming staff, at reception and at the breakfast. Good accomodation, very nice pool with poolbar, very good sunbeds. Nice small meals at pool and beachbar, roomsare recently renewed, good hard beds and proper cleaning. Our stay was very enjoyable! Recommended location very close to the beach. Excellent beach for kids,very long shallow beach.
Hans Omedad (Ugly Muddah) — Google review
Absolutely fantastic holiday here. We have just returned home yesterday. We arrived at this hotel to the best greeting from SOFIA thank you so much what a fabulous way to start your stay with you. Well done to all the staff everyone always smiling and very attentive to all visitors. This hotel is perfect location for the beach and a short walk to the centre for bars and restaurants. We ate out every night at a different restaurant everyone was amazing. But the best night I had was at the FAMILY restaurant, it was amazing thank you so much, all the restaurants we visited deserve 5stars., but FAMILY you get 6stars absolutely amazing food, atmosphere I highly recommend this restaurant. Also head down to zante old town here you must stop off at the island bar we recommend the cocktails here are fantastic the best in all zante, I've put some of the pictures of our meals. We learnt very quickly that a main course is all you require at the restaurants as the portion size is amazing, you may just manage an ice cream after your meal. I would like to thank Eleanor at the beach pool for always looking after us 5 stars to you for all the hard work you do it was a pleasure meeting you and your family. We are already looking to come back next year. Another place to visit is Delights if your are staying in Kalamaki beach hotel area this is a fantastic place to also eat and have a drink, they have the karaoke on Tuesday and Saturday night. Fabulous time. Look out for the view of the aeroplanes landing, but you also get this amazing experience at the beach. The first holiday we have totally relaxed from start to finish. No rushing for breakfast, sun beds, light lunch, and dinner. Thank you to everyone we met and gave us amazing memories, we will be back.
Alexandra Nicol — Google review
Hotel Kalamaki Beach is the place to be. Nice and friendly people, wonderful and clean rooms and always service with a smile. Once you arrive it feels like coming home. Nice clean pool and poolbar with lots of free beds runned by Pavlina and her husband and Elena. You can also go to the private beach with taverna restaurant. But the best place for a nice dinner or a late night drink is de Resto Bar in front of the hotel. The lovely and always smiling Natasa does everything to make your stay one in a million. I can’t wait to go back to this hotel, which for me is the best on Zakynthos ❤️❤️❤️
Pim Voormeulen — Google review
We had such an amazing stay here. Staff so welcome.
Breakfast amazing
Close to the beach.
I forgot my phone at this hotel and the lady shipped it to me in Hungary.
Best stay ever.
Leonardo Pereira — Google review
Would like to give more than 5 stars! Wonderful holiday,best location ever but what made it so special was Sofia and her amazing team.Have already booked again in September
Mary Witham — Google review
Lovely place with clean rooms and exceptionally friendly staff. Mavra and Sofia were always super helpful and nice. Same goes for the affiliated restaurant. Excellent food for a very good price and super nice waitress Natasha. We loved it and will definitely come back!
Andreas Bröhl — Google review
Great location just 50 meters from the beach. The personnel were eager to help, felt protected from covid all the times. The hotel it self was spotless in all locations. Ladies cleaning all public spaces all the time. The pool has a small additional pool for kids. Hospitality wise I was impressed and i am Greek. Food was great. Breakfast was great with quite a lot of options but the same each day. Has 3 other places to get something to eat I the hotel. Poolside, sea side and garden. Highly recommended and perfect for families with children. Glad that I chose to end my vacation with a visit in Zakynthos kalamaki Beach.
George Antzoulis — Google review
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Kalamaki, Belesis Beach, Island, Zakinthos 291 00, Greece
Laganas Beach is a vast sandy beach located in the busiest resort area of the island. It is a favourite spot for sunbathing and water sports, including scuba diving and snorkeling due to its shallow warm waters with excellent visibility. This beach also serves as the main area for loggerhead turtles to lay their eggs, making it a common sight to see them while swimming here. Laganas Beach offers many surrounding bars and restaurants, making it an ideal destination for those seeking various amenities.
Very crowded if you walk on to the beach though the sand is great and the water shallow. Quite a few places to eat at this end of the beach. Lol many 18 to 30 here and it''s very noisy at night from all the club's, I stayed here years ago on a cheap break and it was good.
tHE.alCHMist — Google review
We really enjoyed this beach overall. Water was clean and very shallow for kids to play. Beach was fairly clean from what we saw with many Restaurants and Beach Bars near by as well as some water activities for rent as well. We’d definitely return here again some day.
VoudouLounge — Google review
Really hot water, beautiful view, great people! Visit zakyntos
Demian Ionut — Google review
There is a part of the beach very beautiful and quiet, a natural turtle reserve. Water very shallow and hot, perfect for kids.
Adrian Sandu — Google review
5/5, highly recommend, nice Beach, long but narrow but its not a problem, sunbeds are free for the whole day as long as you order something from the restaurant, either food or drink. Very warm sea, clear and simply beautiful. It is even possible to spot a turtle! One minor issue is that all restaurants are close to each other and the music played can be heard from 3/4 different restaurants.
Lukasz Mamcarczyk — Google review
It's like Bath water. Inbetween the two resorts its crystal clear, shallow beach so safe. Beach shuts at sunset and opens at 7am to leave the loggerhead turtles peace to come ashore and lay their eggs.
Paul Williams — Google review
Amazing beach from the part after the sunbeds towards kalmaki. Perfect for paddle boarding and watching the swa turtels by yourself .and snorkeling. be aware of winds and sea conditions changing very fast from flat and calm to abig mess. I have seen boats passing above sea turtles and putting them in danger. its not clear why motor boats allowed in this part of laganas during nesting season compared with gereka beach which do not even allow kayaks and sup.
benben99 — Google review
I was shocked at the amount of garbage at the beach (in the areas without beach chairs owned by stores) and around the beach. We filled an entire garbage bag with garbage just from the 100 meters of beach that we walked on. Shame on the city. I understand it’s a party town but it’s hypocritical to say you protect sea turtles and sea life and then a beach so close to protected wildlife areas is full of plastic and garbage.
Elpida Pandelis — Google review
Came here in April, so off peak. Even with all the bars, tattoo parlours and strip clubs shut this remains a grubby, dirty place. I will never return and I recommend you follow suit. Zakynthos is much better than this so go explore.
Hywel Lewis — Google review
The beach with fine sand, clean, with a smooth entrance into the clear water is very friendly. We love it.
Crinela Pop — Google review
Simply loved the beach, it has quiet areas and also busier ones. I was also close to the turtle reserve area.
Rita Pestana Dias — Google review
Nice beach, at eaving you can find turtles. It jas a lot of beach bars, just choose one and enjoj in drinks and sea. It is made of sand and water is really nice to play water sports and swim.
Skala Beach is a vast sandy beach that offers rentable chairs and stunning views. The beach boasts bigger sand grains, clear water, and is located near the charming village of Skala. There are plenty of restaurants to choose from in the village for those looking for something to eat. Sunbeds and bars are available on the beach, but visitors can also bring their own umbrella.
Is a big beach all around Skala.
There are sunbeds and bars but you can bring your own umbrella. There are few people and the water is nice. A good place to relax and take a swim.
Bogdi Puscas — Google review
Very large beach with pebbles, you might want to have shoes but after few days feet get used to this. Water is crystal clear. Gets deep very quick, which is perfect for us. It's very safe and not too busy. It has showers and changing rooms at a regular intervals.
Lana — Google review
Very large beach, you can choose to use chairs/umbrella or bring your own. Sand and small pebbles, nice clear water, you can swim in peace. We went to more secluded side (near Milos Beach Bar). A very nice discovery, a beach to just stay all day and relax and a lot of taverns and bars close by, but not overwhelming. Went here mid August.
Ina Maxim — Google review
We just had a stroll on the beach. It is ver long and well equipped. It's got sand and pebbles. Entry in the water is difficult due to the pebbles. Also water deepens pretty quick. We chose not to remain here with the kids.
Andrei Meroniuc — Google review
Long sandy beach. Quite shallow and perfect for kids swimming. Lots of sunbed options or else free sand. Supermarket nearby.
Hugh Townsend — Google review
The small fishing village of Skala sits on the southern tip of Kefalonia, near Mounda Beach. It is known for its beautiful layout and long sandy beach, which is bordered by dense bush hills and rocky outcrops. This unique combination captivates many visitors.
The beach has been awarded the Blue Flag for its cleanness and organization, something that it is still famous for. It gets quite crowded during the summer season but you can still find a secluded spot for some quiet moments.
Skala is ideal for snorkeling while a boat rental service is available at the beach.
On the main street of the settlement, right above the beach are plenty of restaurants and cafes, mini markets and other modern amenities.
Enjoy!
coachstam — Google review
We rent a car and drove from Lassi to Skala. Nice beach with bigger sand grains. Nice and clear water, the beach located nearby the cozy village of Skala. It's just to walk up to the village if you are hungry, there you will find loads of nice restaurants.
Marini Norrman — Google review
Great beach, clean water and good sunbeds. The bar behind the beach is not expensive.
Dehn Whitz — Google review
The beach indeed is huge, it is organized here and there, but there is also plenty of space to use if you have your own stuff. The water is super clean, but gets deep quickly. Also worth to have shoes as the stones are hard to walk on. If you are nearby worth to come, to drive 30km as we did, was not worth it.
Lukasz De — Google review
Skala beach is beautiful, it's huge and wide, and has great views. It's at the southern tip of the island it boasts very clear water. The beach, as with most on the island, is a mix of sand and pebbles (water shoes) but it's a wide and long beach with lots of different sections of sun beds and open free beach. The sea bed drops quite quickly to about 4m, it's an open beach so there's not a huge amount of fish to see but it's a decent place for sunbathing and swimming.
Jon Anderson — Google review
Nice beach to visit not a-lot of sand quiet rough with pebbles as is the shoreline , water is beautiful & crystal clear , plenty of places to eat nearby and plenty of water activities to hire such as canoes , paddle boarding banana boats etc
Hamish Connor MacLeod — Google review
Nice long sandy and pebbled beach in Skala right in front of the main town with bars/restaurants running alongside the length of the beach. Water is clear. Plenty of sunbeds and umbrellas to rent and some watersport facilities along the beach (mainly to the left of the town if you are facing the sea).
Sue Vogt-Skard — Google review
I really love Skala, really nice place, really nice and friendly people! Small town but very nice.
The beaches were beautiful, nice restaurants, there were some supermarkets, easy to park everywhere. Perfect!
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I'll never travel to Palermo without this trip planner again
Navagio beach in Zante is the poster-child of Greek tourism and is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Situated on the island's northern side, it can only be accessed by boat from ports like Zante Town and Laganas. The beach is nestled inside a small cove and surrounded by towering white cliffs with lush green foliage.
Navagio Beach (Greek: Ναυάγιο, pronounced [naˈvaʝio]), or Shipwreck Beach, is an exposed cove, sometimes referred to as "Smugglers Cove", on the coast of Zakynthos, in the Ionian Islands of Greece. Navagio Beach was originally known as Agios Georgios.
Navagio Beach and wreck of the MV Panagiotis.
On 2 October 1980, the coaster MV Panagiotis, ran aground in the waters around Zakynthos Island on Navagio Beach during stormy weather and bad visibility. Some rumours claim the ship was smuggling contraband; however official sources did not confirm this, and the captain was not convicted for such offences. After the captain alerted the authorities, 29 locals were convicted of looting the cargo and valuable equipment from the wrecked ship.The ship was abandoned and still rests buried in the limestone gravel of the beach that now bears the nickname Shipwreck.Recently released court documents and photos relating to the incident back up the smuggler story. Panagiotis was allegedly making its way from Turkey with a freight of contraband cigarettes headed for Italy. Encountering stormy weather, the ship ran aground in the cove, where the crew abandoned her to evade the pursuing Navy
The location was prominently featured in the hit Korean drama Descendants of the Sun, leading to a surge of interest among Chinese and Korean tourists.
The beach was briefly closed in 2018, and swimming and boat anchoring were forbidden, after a cliff collapse above the beach dropped a large amount of rock.The beach reopened and anchoring is permitted, but with restrictions out of concerns over future landslides.
Also in 2018, the beach was named as the world's best beach in a poll by over 1,000 travel journalists and professionals
?????? Azitayan — Google review
Lovely experience tried looking for some of the lost loot couldn't find any so just had a lovely Time on the beach and a dip in the cold but clear beautiful waters
Tracy — Google review
A unique beach, hard to find one more spectacular, with clear blue water, white sand and stone, and a shipwreck. Great for snorkeling, accesible only by boat, în the season can be very crowded with turistic ships.
Marius PETRILA — Google review
Amazing beach, but be aware you can’t swim there and get out of your boat to join the sand.
Tristan Garabedian — Google review
Absolutely beautiful. It is a bit crowded and I would recommend finding a company that uses a smaller boat to get there. And bring shoes. The “sands” is actually pebbles. But the water is amazing. We couldn’t believe we were there.
Brittany Montella — Google review
I honestly don’t know what is the whole fuss about it. Nice pretty little beach that can be only accessed from the sea. The beach is overcrowded with boats and tourists. In order to enjoy it you’ll need to get there before anyone else.
Ross Malickis — Google review
Due note: it's VERY crowded. Yet it's the best beach in Zakynthos, sadly. The blue is unreal. The beach itself is hard to walk on, but you'll manage. There are restricted areas due to falling pieces of rock and some of the ship parts being hazardous, but it's an awesome place to swim. You can get there from any town. From Zante Town the tour was 32 euro and included more than Navagio. Sadly, not every tour lands. The waves can play a trick on you being unable to dock, and that happened once to me as well. Luckily there are enough tours to try again. Sadly, you can't fight weather and you should take it calmly. Having a boat rocking on such a crowded place can cause innumerable incidents. Definitely a MUST if you like to swim in blue waters.
Marin ?SayanMk? Kolev — Google review
One of the most beaches in the world, turquoise waters, imposing limestone cliffs, and the intriguing shipwreck.
Zongle — Google review
We went there by foot and by boat. I would strongly recommend both ways because they both have a different experience of visiting the wreck.
🚶♀️ By foot: The view was very stunning if you walk a little by the cliffs. I don't recommend walking by the cliffs if you have kids because it's dangerous.
🚤 By boat: We did rent a private boat that's not too expensive, the company is called: Sint Nicholas boat rental. We got a very close view from the wreck. But beware: you can only stay there for 10 minutes by boat because of the many other visitors.
It was a very nice experience that i strongly recommend!!!
Phebe Moerman — Google review
Beautiful place, beautiful blue sea. Sadly the beach is closed in 2023 so we could not get out the boat, but it was really nice anyway.
Melissani Cave is a natural wonder in Kefalonia that visitors must see. Boats take tourists through the cave which features a stunning lake with crystal-clear waters. The unique feature of this cave is the mixing of fresh and sea water. Entry to the cave requires a small fee, and it is recommended to visit during summer between 11 am and 1 pm for optimal sunlight illumination.
If you visit Kefalonia, you should also visit this wonder of nature. The cave is amazing, here the sea water is being mixed with fresh water. You visit the cave by a boat.
You have to pay a small fee to enter the cave, and try to visit the cave, when the sun is at the right spot, so sunlight is coming directly into the cave (I think between 11.00 and 13.00 hours, during summer).
Marko Intihar — Google review
30 Min from Argostoli, you will find this cave near the road to Sami. My advice is to buy the ticket for both Drogarati and Melissani cave, that costs only 10€. The place is magnificent, a cold cave with bright blue water. The ticket includes a 10 Min ride in a small boat, with a local guide that explains the origin of the place. Definitely a must see if you are in Kefalonia. We went there at 2pm and there was no queue (and the place is cold so it's amazing to have a break from the summer heat!)
Giulia Marchetto — Google review
Very beautiful cave. Worth the money.
Single ticket for this cave is 8€ for adult, 4€ for kid
Luk?? Aron — Google review
It is bearable but too touristic this expect long queues. Better to go or very early or very late but the the light inside the lake won’t be the best. 10 euro entrance fee for both cave Melissani and drogorati
Maria Ach — Google review
Visited 11.2.23 The highlight of our short visit to Sami. A 2.2km bike ride to the caves from the port terminal. You will pass homes and local patisseries, market and souvenir shops along the way. It's quiet. You can hear the birds and a distant rooster calling. Once there you will pay 8 euros per adult for access and boat ride to the cave. A short steep walk down to the lake and there you will be greeted by friendly staff who take you around this wonderous cave encrusted with stalactites and stalagmites and this deep apphire Mediteŕanean blue waters. 💙
C. Pine — Google review
Great place with special flair. We were there in the afternoon so there where almost no people. But even if there were no people waiting our guide did the shortest program possible. We were out after 10 mins. So that was disappointing. Because just being there and enjoying the good cool air and accoustics is really great.
Clemens Doppler — Google review
Very beautiful cave with interesting play of colours, but I have seen more beautiful. This cave is so called the highlight of the island Kefalonia. So that you have to wait about 1/2 hour is OK, the price is also OK. But the time in the cave is too much short (our was like 5 maximal 8 minutes). Our boat guide was talking almost only Greek (and I can speak Greek, but there were other people too), very with low voice, very quickly, and his English was so bad, that I didn't understand. He didn't tell anything about the geomorphology, nothing about history, nothing about the depth of the cave. Only thing he was saying repeatedly was that the water comes somewhere from watermills in Argostoli. If I didn't read something about the cave the night before and if I didn't ask the guide some questions, it would be really terrible for me. He even didn't take us to the very end of the cave. So it's a very commercial place with no information value. I would minimal appreciate, if the guide is so bad, if there would be something like museum or information about the cave which could you read meanwhile you're waiting for the tickets. It was little bit waste of time for me. I've seen more beautiful caves with or without water and for free in my life.
Marketa Schestauberova — Google review
Melissani Cave is a great destination for a short stop on your way, don't get me wrong it's stunningly beautiful if you get your timing right but it doesn't take much time to complete. However it's very reasonable, especially if you combo ticket for the other caves.
If you visit between 11am and 2pm there will be blue water, if you arrive at high noon the whole pool will be blue. However the car park will be hugely busy.
The gift shop is a bit tatty and the toilets were locked when we visited at 11:15 though, hence the dropped star.
Jon Anderson — Google review
This place is a must when visiting Kefalonia. Short boat trip on an underground lake is surely worth all efforts.
Mari?n Mazag — Google review
We went on high season, at 12:00 so the time were the caves are very full … there was a line were we waited approx 30 mins. However contrary to the other comments I didn’t thing that the line was annoying. There is umbrella so you don’t wait in the sun. If you have good company the line doesn’t seem that long.
The experience : amazing !! It felt like a Disneyland activity. It was awesome !! Something I never saw. Okay it was a bit short but it was enough, plus the staff is super friendly !! They do the tour all the day for tourists but they still are super fun, trying to divert you… 100% worth the wait !!
Yoline972 — Google review
From all the places we visit, this was the busiest. As some people have mentioned, hoards of tourists arriving in buses while we were in the queue. Everybody wants to get the best light, which is usually between 12-1pm.
Be ready to have cash, we've had a couple of instances where we couldn't pay with a card as the network wasn't available.
The boat ride is ten minutes long.
I loved it personally!
I've never been to a "cenote" before and this was my closest experience.
It is a really magical place, if you look closely you can see the bats sleeping and eels swimming around. The colour of the water is pristine.
Jess Glez — Google review
Very atmospheric and a lovely little boat trip into a cave, the water was really blue and the guide on the boat told us lots of information. The trip only took 15 mins so wasn’t too long and you can also buy a dual ticket to get into the other cave a few km away which was good value.
So we all agree right Guys? — Google review
Very beautiful and a must. You wait I’m line through these cave tunnel then you emerge into this large open ceiling cave with stunning water so clear it looks shallow when in reality it’s 50 metres deep. You go on a little hand rowed boat ride around and into the large cave and back around. It doesn’t run long but it’s super fun and just really beautiful to see.
Athena Dalkos — Google review
Really beautiful place. You can park for free around the spot, then you have to pay 7€ per person to be able to enter. You’ll be with 6-8 people on a small bark, the trip took 10 minutes, there is not much to see : a lake with the whole above, and then stalactites in another part of the lake. Worth the jump in especially if you go around 12h to have the sun above you. Watch out there were some kind of snakes underwater and big spiders on the wall.
Tristan Garabedian — Google review
We enjoyed the short trip. The entrance is 8 euro per adult and if you plan to visit Drogarrati cave you can buy a 10 euro ticket for both. Otherwise for the cave you will have to pay 5 euro.
There was a queue but everything was fast and we hadn’t have to wait more than 5 to 10 minutes.
Inside there are some very friendly guys which give you the roundtrip and they make you pictures. We enjoyed the trip, we saw an eel(fish) and we considered a good value for the money we paid.
Ana Maria Comanescu — Google review
This is a very beautiful place. The cave with clear water, beautiful lighting, and stalactites. Worth visiting.
When we visited, the place was overcrowded and long queues to get in
Another thing that we didn't like is you just get ~10 min round on the boat, and that's it.
Petro Fl — Google review
Visited: June 21, 2023.
The queue (line) to get in was torturous, it wrapped around the building and into the bus parking area. There were several bus loads of cruise ship passengers and no shade until the last ten meters before the ticket desk.
Tip: Bring a sun shade umbrella if possible and consider a bottle of water for the queue as mandatory. Also, if you find a day when the cruise ships don't come to Kefalonia you will probably have a much better experience.
It would be nice if the operators extended the shading during the busy season, we were here at the start of the season, way before it gets really busy, and were in the queue for at least 40 minutes before getting under the shade.
In the cave the temperature drops quickly. the deeper you traverse the tunnel the cooler it gets. At the end of the tunnel is the lake where you are taken onto a boat and guided across the lake and around the small island with a group of 8 to 16 people plus the boat pilot. The trip across the lake and around the remains of the island is about ten minutes from the time every is seated to the time you arrive back at the 'dock'.
The underground lake was visually stunning. You will probably have seen images of it on Google but it is really worth experiencing in person (keep in mind the cautions from the start of this review), you get the smells, sounds, feel, and spectacular visuals of which photos only show you a small slice.
History & mythology:
The cave has an interesting history that includes being a place of worship for the God Pan, the God of shepherds, flocks, open spaces, and sex. Archaeologists found evidence of worship on the island in the cave after the earthquake of 1953. The boat pilot spent time chatting and telling us some interesting facts about the cave as it is now, but what we really wanted was to hear about the history and mythology surrounding the cave.
Acheron, located in the Parga region of Thesprotia, is a stunning natural attraction known for its crystal-clear waters and breathtaking scenery. Visitors can enjoy activities such as rafting, kayaking, swimming, and horse riding along the river. The area also offers opportunities to savor local delicacies like trout from the Acheron or Louros rivers and Arta eel.
Absolutely stunning place. Please visit here if you are nearby, you wont regret it!!
Jeremias Palmgren — Google review
I went here last summer.Swimming in the cold water was so cool!The place is beautiful,calming,relaxing.They also had the best lemonade and very good coffee.I didnt have the phone with me at the time but my family took photos.
Gabriela Bocaniala — Google review
"Are you far from the river?". Our trip to the River Acheron was the highlight of our recent holiday in Parga. It is a truly extraordinary experience which I will never forget. The water is refreshingly cold and it gets so deep at points at the Gorge that you may have to swim. There is also rafting, kayaking and horse riding. There are plenty of places to eat in Acheron, beautiful open-air stores and bathroom facilities.
Saintinthecity1984 — Google review
Definetely a must do experience. Bring watershoes with you as the water is cold and with rock. Don't miss the oportunity to jump in the river in more deeper places. Lovely day spent their.
Liliana Miron — Google review
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Lionel Putra Dirgantara — Google review
You should not miss this !
Great experience for everyone.
Waters are cold at the start , but after awhile it does not matter. If you want to reach the end do not bring a bag with you because there is a spot that you must swim for about 29 meters and your stuff will be soaking wet. Rafting is for the kids as the river is so slow !!!
Dr. Dimitris Tsitsamis — Google review
Beautiful place, walking in the spring...
George ten Hoope — Google review
met a tall woman with purple hair who was lost along the river, said she needed directions to a hotel nearby but forgot where it was. i guess she has some memory problems or something. helped her out, hope she has a good stay in greece
Mari — Google review
Magic place , you walk through a very suggestive place , the water is cold and teh sorrounding is wonderful , very worth the journey
Valli — Google review
Technically the easiest extreme demon to beat, just punch the water and it's an easy 100% completion.
Ninja Dude — Google review
great decoration, but i havent even got past 1% here, so i havent experienced much. also, met a guy called zoink and onealphahelix. extremely hard to pass though
Fabiiscool — Google review
1 star. I was having a good time at this river when this weird electronic music started playing and a guy who kept calling himself zoink started chasing me. I almost died trying to jump over these 4 spikey rocks but somehow made it with this picture-frame perfect leap. the guy kept spouting nonsense about "the thermodynamics of club monsters" and "doggie smashes his keyboard" until I finally got away from him. I got back to my car at one point, and as soon as I was about to step in, I heard some shout "RATE MY LEVEL ROBTOP" off in the distance. overall bad experience.
Brendan Kane — Google review
The restaurant and the hotel located in a perfect position near the river, feels like a paradise.
Possibility of a track with horses The guide is nice and takes care of a perfect experience.
Really nice to come with a family.
Thanks to the lovely staff.
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Kathisma Beach, situated on the west coast of Lefkada, is a well-organized beach that draws crowds due to its white sandy stretch and turquoise waters. The area offers various amenities such as restaurants, cafes and bars, sun-beds and umbrellas. Additionally, visitors can indulge in thrilling activities like paragliding from the mountainside of Kathisma Beach. This family-friendly location is also popular among couples for its beautiful sunsets surrounded by stunning cliffs.
Absolutely stunning place! The turquoise water is simply beautiful! At has pebbles but they’re kind of on the smaller side so it’s still possible to walk without water shoes. When we visited the waves were big and it wasn’t possible to get in the water to swim. Kids enjoyed it on the shore and still had plenty of fun and absolutely loved it. Parking was free but sunbeds were 10 euros for 2 sunbeds and umbrella.
Audioholic -007 — Google review
Magic colours. One of the Best beaches in Greece without a dought. 4 star due to the huge waves though. You can't enjoy its waters. Pitty!
vasilis smyrnios — Google review
The beach with the most ammenities in Lefkada. Showers, toilets, bars, pools, clubs, restaurants, parking, easiest access. It can get very crowded and noisy (depending on the neighbours). Child friendly when the sea is calm, but when the waves start it becomes difficult even for the adults. We stayed at Soul, €20 pair of chairs and umbrella (very comfortable and new), parking in the shade included for customers. You can bring your own drinks, or order from them.
If you want to bring your umbrellas you have more room and privacy in the left corner of the beach, where is also the best food on the beach, at Akrogiali restaurant.
The water shoes are recommended, but it's also bearable if you forget them.
Victor Popescu — Google review
Stunning beach! A lot of parking place (5 euro per day). But make sure you come in the early morning like 7 AM. The water will be warm and the beach will be empty. Around 10-11 AM the beach get busier and busier and becomes VERY CROWDED.
August 2021
Dmytro Beshkovetskyy — Google review
This was in my opinion the best beach we have been in Lefkada in our trip. It has quite easy access and big free parking. The beach is big, wide and even if a lot of people, they spread in the area. The water is crystal clear. It had big wave when we have been and is getting quite deep fast. On top you have plenty of Restaurants.
Lukasz De — Google review
this is the beach that is the hardest to get to, it is rich in contents on the beach from paragliding to bars and restaurants. the possibility of renting sunbeds. the price of two sunbeds with an umbrella, water and a towel are included somewhere. somewhere not, they ranged from 10-25E. it depends on the location and the choice itself. it is easy to enter the sea. there are countless parking lots, some covered and in the shade, some not. prices were from 5-10E for the whole day. if you have children, then this is the beach for you. because it's really easy to get to. the others are just as beautiful in their own way, but not as accessible as this one. because of this accessibility, this beach is the most crowded.
Tihomir ?ar?evi? — Google review
Amazing beach with spectacular turquoise coloured water. Small pebbles mostly.
Expect intense waves, which can be lots of fun if you like it.
Sunbeds and restaurants with service at the beach, some also with a pool.
Sunbeds 15-25 Euros [2 beds and a beach umbrella].
Paragliding opportunity.
Csaba Szandi — Google review
Top top beach. We spend most of our vacation on Kathisma beach. You have it all, restaurants, showers, toilets, sunbeds, a lot of room for your towels. Beach is clean and water is superb.
Aleksandar Cvetkovic — Google review
The vigorous biting of the waves slowly grinds the rocks into coarse sand, maybe in another million years the process will grind it into fine sand. The sunset here is incredible, the lights and shades are almost surreal from a movie on a distant planet. Huges waves rock the swimmers in the late afternoon as the sun prepares to sleep. The water deepens fast but it's so much fun to float on those whales. Elegant restaurants await for the luxury seekers as well as the family man who wants a chow. Winding road leads to the parking right on the beach. Those unlucky to find it for free on the side of the road can pay 10 euros for shaded parking. On occasion ducking is recommended as paragliders land elegantly and with ease on free zones.
Andras Delczeg — Google review
Very nice sandy-stone beach! It is easily accessible by car but parking might be a bit difficult, although not too hard. It is very easily accessible for anyone as the road is right next to the beach. The beach itself is very pretty, but usually very crowded. On my visit I did not experience any waves, so it was very peaceful, however if you find yourself here when it's windy I advise to stay out of the water. There are plenty of bars where one can go to get drinks or food (or use a bathroom). A very nice place to swim is near some rocks on the right side of the beach, where it is also usually quieter.
Daniel Shine Landaas — Google review
The beach is spectacular. The water has many incredibly beautiful colors but the waves are too big to swim in. Sunbeds are 15 euros and 25 euros per 2 pieces with an umbrella.
Benny Mogosan — Google review
Amazing beach, with all the commodities. Parking 8 Eur. Sunbeds vary from 10 EUR for 2 sunbeds and umbrellas to 25 (this option includes comfortable beautiful sunbeds, water and towels).
Polina Vaysberg — Google review
A very nice beach, especially if you come with little kids or you just want to have all the facilities (parking, different sitting options, multiple restaurants, toilets etc). There are other beaches in Lefkada which are way nicer but for confort I recommend Katshima.
Robert D. — Google review
The largest and most well-equipped in Lefkada, the waves are a bit big but worth it.
Parking is free, sunbeds cost between 10-15 euros
There is a restaurant where you can have a meal.
You have somewhere to shower and change
il Câpitano _VAP — Google review
One of the great advantages of this beach is that in the price of parking you have included the lounger with umbrella. The sea is extremely beautiful, but, at times a bit unresting. Surely worth the trip!!
Anamaria Tiron — Google review
Kathisma is an amazing beach and very big , there is plenty of space, you can drive all the way down with the car and park it for 6 euros for the whole day , in the price is also WC and shower included .. so not a bad price for the service.
Porto Katsiki Beach, located on the southern tip of the west coast of Lefkada Island in Greece, has been awarded as one of the most beautiful beaches in the country. This narrow beach boasts picturesque views and turquoise waters that are closely bordered by steep cliffs. The sandy strip perfectly matches with azure waters at the foot of towering chalk cliffs, creating a unique scenic view full of intense natural colors.
If you're coming to Lefkada Island make sure you don't miss this amazing place. It's true that it is overcrowded however the dip in the warm and clear Azur water is so worth it. The beach is in the shade until around noon but after that is on direct sun so if you're planning to stay for a whole day make sure to bring a lot of sunblock or some kind of cover to protect yourself from the direct sun. The parking is okay however the daily fee is ridiculously expensive for just a dirt space next to the cliff.
Katie — Google review
Beautiful view, but crowded. You cand order food or drinks on the beach. The parking is 10 euro
Narcis Gavriliu — Google review
Amazing view, the sea is calm and very blue. There are stairs to descend to the beach, but they are manageable. Food can be ordered directly on the beach from the restaurant above. Parking is available but requires payment.
Laudoni Delia — Google review
Stunning beach, €5 parking for the day, no shade or loungers on the beach so advised to bring your own. There are a few shops for food drinks & beach items etc before you climb down the steps to the beach.
Cardiffgirl _ — Google review
The beauty of this beach cannot be easily described. Even if planet Earth is an extremely beautiful planet, this place seems as if it doesn't belong to Earth. It feels as if it belongs to an even prettier planet!
I would recommend you visit it either in early May or late September so that you enjoy being there on your own.
Nick Renessis — Google review
Parking is expensive and the road to the beach is not easy. The beach, however, is breathtaking. It is once in a life time experience so I recommend everyone to go there and swim in this turquoise crystal clear sea.
Nur Yigitoglu — Google review
Spectacular beach! There are several places before going down the stairs where you can buy food, drinks and snacks. The parking is 10€ per day.
Dana Funie — Google review
By far the most beautiful beach in Lefkada! It could get very crowded in the summer. There are no sunbeds, make sure you bring your own umbrella. There is a taverna nearby that delivers food to the beach. Parking is available, 10 euros per day with plenty of space, but they don't give you any receipt. If you come early, as you should at this beach, you may find some places to leave your car on the parking lot exit road. The blue calm water is one of the nicest in Greece.
Ionut Dumitrescu — Google review
Very beautiful beach. Parking is a struggle and people take advantage of visitors by charging €10 for it. Beach is long and although it gets busy you can still enjoy it. Magical waters
Dimitrios Sofianopoulos — Google review
Amazing beach and that incredible high rock wall! Amazing blue water and some waves. You should arrive early in the morning to stay in natural shade till noon. You can search hidden beaches on the left side of the beach and climb rocks and have fun snorkeling. Not to many steps and no sunbeds. In peak season gets very very busy so you should leave soon after noon, after there is no more shade and you can see the intense blue. Gets very hot from all the white rocks and sand.
Ina Maxim — Google review
Nice beach with white pebels, i must say one of the best.Parking is nicely orginazied and it cost 10 €. There are steep stairs to the beach but they should not pose sny problem. The best part is the water...unbelivable experience, the color is amazing. One advice...bring lots of water!
Dejan Lukic — Google review
In my opinion, Porto Katsiki is one of the most beautiful and magnificent beaches not only in Greece but in Europe as well. The sunsets there are beautiful and it is definitely one of must see places in Lefkada. Just be prepared for a lot of people there. This is the only (but quite expectable) disadvantage of this place. The parking there is not for free but the fee was not too high.
Michael Skurka — Google review
Long drive from Lefkada but definitely worth it. Took about an hour 15, driving through the mountains. Lovely drive though with great roads. Beach is busy so get there early and parking is 10 euro. But the walk from the parking to the beach is easy, but downhill down some steps but only takes a couple of minutes. Stunning location, only downside is that cruise ships come by ever now and then blasting music and advertising on a loudspeaker for you to go on their cruise which can get annoying but is easy to ignore
Jovan Tomasevic (JVN FILMS) — Google review
Very very beautiful beach and clean water. You can park for 8€ just 5 min away. There is also some bars between the parking lot and beach.
Matija Sever nepremičninar — Google review
Beautiful and best beach on Lefkada.Parking is available for 8e(all day),food and drinks also available but not at beach.Water is magical blue with waves.
High recommendation for visiting,its worth it
Dejan Milanovic — Google review
A white pebble beach. The water has an unreal color. The landscape is gorgeous.
Parking costs 10 euros, access is via a rather steep but accessible staircase.
The beach does not have sunbeds, you must have shoes, the shade is only until 11 AM, after that the sun appears and you must have an umbrella with you
There is a bar before the stairs where you can buy food and drinks.
il Câpitano _VAP — Google review
Simply breathtaking! Iconic and remarkable, one of the best beaches in Lefkada. The way down is relatively easy (compared to other beaches especially). I recommend you visit this beach early (like around 10) so as to find free and easy parking instead of paying the 10€ fee. Once down, you will have an unforgettable swim!
Daniel Shine Landaas — Google review
I don't think there are enough stars to rate it. Also, if you walk till the end of the beach, to the huge cliff on the left, at the other site of the cliff, before the caves, there's a small beach :) If you place your towel somewhere near that big cliff on the left - you won't need an umbrella until at least 1pm.
Petia Koleva — Google review
I've been to many beaches around the world. Porto Katsiki beach is one of the best. The way to get there is narrow and goes around, so it takes a lot of patience to see it. Porto Katsiki is a public beach. Even it's so beautiful there are not as crowded as at many beaches in Greece because of the long way to get there. You'll need bring your own beach umbrella, cause there is no where to stay out of the sun.
Bars Bars — Google review
It absolutely justifies the fact that it is one of the best beaches in Greece. The access is nice, there are about a hundred steps to the bottom. If you are lucky, you can also find free parking. In the morning there is natural shade, in the afternoon you need protection. Enjoy the blue.
Nikola Panzalovic — Google review
Wild beach, no sunbeds, no coffee shop or fast food on the beach. You can pay 10euros for parking or you can let your car on the way up and walk to the beach. The acces is really easy, a few stairs. The water is wanderful, there are little pebbles on the beach, so you might need water shoes. Also you must carry an umbrella, some water and anything that you think you might need. It is a beautiful place, I recommend it
Laurentiu Butoi — Google review
Heaven on Earth. I was spechless and couldnt describe my feelings. Road to it is very hard but worth it . This is a must see place , parking cost 10 euros for whole day , there are also 2 small shops where you csn get drinks and food . I will surely come back , regreting not buying a drone
Vedran — Google review
A gorgeous beach with amazing rocks and cliffs! Must bring your own umbrella or look for a place in shade next to the cliffs but beware if falling rocks. Otherwise it truly is the number 1 beach in Lefkada!
Mihai Pavel — Google review
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Myrtos Beach is a picturesque and secluded stretch of sugar-white pebbles and cobalt-blue water surrounded by sheer limestone cliffs. It is located approximately 30km from the capital of Kefalonia, Argostoli, and has no noisy jet skis to detract from its serenity. The beach is famous for its breathtaking beauty, with Hollywood even taking notice in the film Captain Corelli's Mandolin.
Excellent beach, my no.3 favourite in Kefalonia (Petani no.1, Antisamos no.2). The waters are magnificent and there's a really long beach so there's room for everyone.
Now, there's a cantine at the beach not fancy but you can have a snack or coffee. Also there are sun beds 10-15 euros/pair + umbrella. I'd recommend to get a sunbed because the pebbles are really stiff if you lay on your beach towel.
Please IMPORTANT buy a wasp stick in case you encounter some of them. Due to vivid they found room and have multiplied.
Parking is tough in Myrtos, IMPORTANT I would advise you go early morning in order to secure a convenient spot close to the beach. Believe me it worth going there early.
About the wind now, IMPORTANT advise the weather forecast before visiting Myrtos. The wind might be strong and swimming might be impossible if not dangerous.
Hope this helps ⛱
Theo Maroulis — Google review
This is a magnificent beach with truly crystal clean turquoise waters.
We visited in early June, and it wasn’t that busy, however it was busiest of the various beaches we went to so I suspect in high season it will be much busier.
We walked down from the main road, and it is a long walk down (and up!) but there are car parks at the bottom but I suspect you need to come early in high season. It is a relatively big beach so there is room on the beach for plenty of people before it would start to feel over-crowded.
Wonderful views of the beach on the drive down and worth stopping for some photos on the way down.
There aren’t lots of facilities, so it has a remote feeling about it even though its popular. There are toilets and facilities for drinks/snacks etc.
Sue Vogt-Skard — Google review
Loved this beach, it was so incredibly beautiful. The beach has the most vibrant white pebbles, which go out to the sea, so if you go in the sea take sea shoes for comfort. The sea also becomes very deep within a few meters so might not be appropriate for young children. It really is a stunning beach and sea. The drive down is very steep and beware of the goats.
Zoe Weston — Google review
Beautiful Beach one of the best in Greece... Really? Water is not clear, current very strong, looking nice but only experience swimmers can swim there.
Slawomir Zawislak — Google review
I swear I have never seen a more beautiful beach in my whole life!! These colours are for real, no filter or anything. Nevertheless I must admit that the view from above the beach is worth more than visiting the beach itself.
Luzie — Google review
Awesome beach covered with beautifull white round pebbles. One some days you can have quite strong and tall waves, really full to stay near the shore. Most people would find that using water shoes will improve your experience. The scenery is also nice as right behind the beach is a sloping mountain side and the water color is wonderfull. Top 3 beaches in Kefalonia for sure.
Prune Razvan — Google review
Went in may so not too busy on beach , or the road down. Imagine peak season will be different . Lovely caves at far south end. Toilets not open yet ( just dodgy portaloo), nor bar . Crystal clear waters and incredible view though. They aren’t lying about the pebbles. Strongly recommend taking beach shoes…I won’t lie, I crawled out of the sea on all fours!
Dave Kingston — Google review
Absolutely stunning. Myrtos is like a diva of the beaches ⛱ You can get your umbrella and sunbeds for 10€ and enjoy the day. There is a bar with food and drinks also. Get there earlier in the morning so you can park your car in front of the beach.
Bogdanka Fiti — Google review
Beautiful beach, very large, organized and clean.
The water is deep already 5 meters from the shore so be aware. Nice cave and rocks on the far end.
The parking was bloated so come either early or towards the end of the day.
Eliran Yamin — Google review
Great beach but parking is impossible. So crowded. There are umbrellas and sunbeds but you have to bring your drinks and food. However, there are 4 portable toilets. The water is amazingly blue like in a pool but very cold.
Milena Savi? — Google review
large and nice beach. the water is really blue and nice but not good for snorkelling. the visibility is not so good. it's wavy and you can just lie and let the waves move you. very delicious. How to get there: we took the bus at 13:00 from Argostoli and back at 17:00. it costs approx. €5.3 per person per way. much better to travel by bus than by car. the bus stops right by the beach.
Ash Ko — Google review
Stunning beach and a must see while spending time in Kefalonia. We missed a day trip on the boat to Ithaca and we were quite annoyed but decided to go here instead, we were not disappointed! Make sure to also check out the amazing cave and the underground entrance to the sea at the end of the beach, just be careful of the falling rocks!
Rob Austin — Google review
The most spectacular beach in Kefalonia.
Accessible with any car, you can find parking spots right next to it the road is a bit narrow but manageable.
When the wind is strong there can be big waves and that's not for everyone. But when the sea is calm, it's absolutely amazing to swim in it.
You can also find sunbeds for rent, but their reed umbrellas aren't really making any shade.
There are also changing rooms, toilets and showers, very clean and useful.
There are small but also bigger pebbles, so the water shoes would be recommended.
Victor Popescu — Google review
This is a place to avoid in high season but wonderful out of. In Feb I had the whole beach to myself, in July could barely get the car down and back up. As a beach it’s pretty uncomfortable with the pebbles. There are much better swimming beaches in Kef. As plenty of others have advised take lovely pictures from above and avoid going to it in high season. If you are here out of season enjoy it. (Pics are from Feb)
Matthew Stillwell — Google review
The blue shades of the water are stunning. You need water shoes because the beach is full of rocks. We didn't bathe there because the waves were very strong and it was a red flag raised.
Dan Murgeanu — Google review
The mix of blue in the sea is unbelievable so beautiful! Definitely one of the most beautiful I've ever seen. You need beach shoes to walk here. If the tide is too high, the sea is very dangerous to enter, as it gets very deep in the first few meters, we didn't bathe or swim, but we could feel that the route was not cold, I hope to return another day with low tide to enjoy it more. Anyway, it's gorgeous! There's only 1 beach bar where you can rent a chair and table for €10 a set, it opens at 10am. The bar sells ready-to-eat snacks, cold drinks and ice cream. there is no food on site, only snacks, keep this in mind if you are going to spend the day or bring children. the toilets, showers and changing rooms are great. There are lifeguards on site. parking fills up fast, if you want to park on the beach, you have to get there early or get lucky. for sure the most beautiful beach in Kefalonia!
Kamila Cabral — Google review
Ample pebble beach, surrounded by scenic limestone cliffs. Beautiful turquoise water.
There's a parking spot right next to the beach, as well as toilets, sunbeds for rent and a beach cafe.
On the side of the beach there's a cave but it was adviced against entering - maybe related with some of the last seismic activity.
Adrián Moreno Peña — Google review
Myrtos Beach in Kefalonia: Myrtos is, undoubtedly, one of the main poles of attraction in Kefalonia. It is located 29 km north of Argostoli, in a beautiful area around huge verdant hills. Myrtos has gained a worldwide reputation and has been constantly included in travel magazines among the most beautiful and impressive beaches in the world. It has been awarded many times for its cleanness and natural beauty.
The natural beauty of Myrtos is the trademark of Kefalonia and one of the most photographed places in Greece.
The beach has a semi-circular shape surrounded by impressive white rocky cliffs with lush vegetation on top of them creating a spectacular setting. The lush green area, the abrupt terrain, the white pebbles and the crystal waters compose a stunning scenery. The beach is well-organized to its most extent, with umbrellas and sundecks while a small part remains completely unspoiled, ideal for total isolation.
The western coast of Myrtos offers spectacular sunset views. visitors have direct access to a wide range of facilities and a nice snack bar offering cold drinks. Myrtos is easily accessed by all means of transport. While descending the beach, you will enjoy some amazing views from above.
The closest village to the beach is Divarata and offers a few accommodation options - mainly apartments and villas/houses, not hotels. Nonetheless, consider staying in the picturesque Assos, one of the most charming villages in the Ionian located a 20-minute drive away from Myrtos.
Enjoy!
coachstam — Google review
I'll have to agree that this is one of the most spectacular beaches in Kefalonia and definitely one of our favourites during our visit. (We came twice in the end).
We went in June and we were surprised by the fact that being such a large beach it wasn't overcrowded at all.
It has great facilities (bathroom, shower, changing rooms).
It was a pleasure to swim here. Also the view from the top is stunning and being there feels magical. Amazing sunset.
Jess Glez — Google review
One of the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen! The colour of the water was unreal, pretty close to what you would see in Dominican Republic. White stones make it look even better. There is a restaurant, toilets, showers, free car park etc.
R. E. — Google review
I was absolutely stunned by this beach! It far surpassed my expectations.
We arrived for just before 9am. There were around 5 other groups on the beach at that time so we secured good sun loungers. We paid €10 for two loungers and an umbrella. There was also a drinks stand but we didn’t use it.
The water was crystal clear! It’s shingle so I’d recommend sea shoes. It also gets quite deep quite quick but you can see to the bottom.
Butrint National Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Albania, is a remarkable olive-shaded site that houses Greek, Roman, and medieval remnants. The park's archaeological significance dates back to the Iron Age and offers an authentic experience with unrestricted access to the ruins. It features diverse points of interest from various historical periods including Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian eras.
Interesting place to visit, and access to the site is pretty unrestricted allowing you to explore as much as you want. Even if you aren’t interested in archaeology the views are worth the entrance fee (1000 lek)
You can get a bus here from Ksamil (100 lek) or Sarande (150 lek). This runs hourly, leaving at xx:30 from both Sarande and Butrint.
Niall Smith — Google review
Awesome place!
We went at about 10am to avoid the heat and also meant we were there without the crowds that appeared as we were leaving at about 12:30. Took us about an hour and a half to walk through the whole place, useful paper guide in English as well. Highly recommend making the journey out!
Alex — Google review
Very beautiful place to visit, the viator tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and shows you around, there are toilets at the start and top part of the trail. There are many ruins and beautiful scenery. There is a fair sized car park at the start of the trail which is opposite a lovely restaurant which provided lunch for our tour. The trails are not suitable for wheelchair users or those with impaired abilities.
Angela — Google review
Easily done in a couple of hours, map easy to follow. Lots of buzzing around which are the insects as it is quite swampy so ideally cover arms and legs!
Visited in April, very quiet but I can imagine peak times it is busy!
Little wooden ferry next door to the ruins of the castle, 75 lek one way worth a ride
Lisa Lai — Google review
Lovely place to spend half a day or so wondering around the ruins through the trees enjoying the shade.
Alex Cheyne — Google review
This place is full of history. Strategic location made this area important throughout the years, dating back to neolithic age. You will find some good spots to take some nice photographs and learn about the history of this site. You can cross to the other side with a small nostalgic ferry.
Alper ?zkan — Google review
Great place to visit and learn about history and coexistence. Well preserved!
Restrooms were well kept and clean. The only two things, in my opinion, that need to improve are the upgarde all signs to include more information and langauges. Also, the self-service for the prices that are charging needs to maintain the cleanliness of the place well. For the amount of what they they charge, this should be the minimal improvement.
Gjergj Tr — Google review
This place is well worth a visit if you have any interest in history, archeology and/or culture. It's excavation has revealed an incredible progression through ancient Greek, Roman, Norman, Byzantine, Venetian and more civilisations in time. The additional construts are explained clearly in the different areas, and the learning and explanations of this has evolved and is also explained. The €10 in my perspective is well worth it, especially if you have traveled some distance to come to Albania.
Ciara Cunningham — Google review
Excellent well-preserved historical site, where you can touch the walls and as a matter of speaking hug the statues. The area is very quiet, with lots of trees and beautiful views of the surroundings. Spent 2hours discovering this area. Entrance= 1000lek
Tom Beirnaert — Google review
Even after visiting many ancient sites in Turkey, Greece, Italy, and many other countries, this one is unique in its own way. It's beautiful hiking back through the forest, and it's small enough to be able to visit but large enough to not get bored.
Norm Bour -Travel Younger — Google review
100% recommend, so cool. Worth the ticket money, this place would cost so much more in other European countries.
Learn about the history and see really awesome ruins. Good walk (2h?) but not hard. Super cool.
So many little turtles in the water by the theatre and in some other locations ❤️
Avely P?tsep — Google review
100% worth the visit, it’s really and interesting archeological site to know more about Albanian history. You can park the car just at the entrance, it seems crowded, but people arrive and leave constantly. The entrance is 1000 LEK.
Amandine Balestra — Google review
it offers a nice stroll through the history of this place. We arrived shortly after 9 (opening time), was not too busy, even parked in the shade (free parking).
Bring cash for the tickets, but you can use the cards for the refreshments in the bar.
Bring a bottle of water, it gets hot though most of the walking pathway is in the shade.
Vlatka Djuric — Google review
The best site to visit in Albania. It combines nature, hiking, picnic and historical interest. The museum is excellent as it presents information well. Toilets at cafe near the museum.
Docking one point as the famous mosaic floor was totally covered and the cafe could have more items. The restaurant just outside the site, near the bus stop is very good though.
kapil gupta — Google review
The visit to Butrint National Archaeological Park truly stands out as a remarkable experience. Exploring this historical site offers a captivating journey back in time, allowing you to witness an array of ancient buildings and constructions that date back thousands of years. While the remains may not always be fully intact, they provide a fascinating glimpse into the lives of those who inhabited this area in ancient times. To truly appreciate Butrint, one must be prepared to engage their imagination and piece together the rich history from the fragments that remain.
What makes Butrint even more compelling is the tapestry of civilizations that have called this place home over the centuries. From the Romans and Byzantines to the Ottomans, the layers of history are palpable as you wander through this archaeological wonderland. It's a testament to the enduring significance of this site throughout the ages.
In terms of admission, the prices are reasonable, with a standard fee of 1,000 Lek (equivalent to 10 euros) per person. If you're traveling with a group of 12 or more people, you can enjoy a discounted rate of 800 Lek per person.
One of the park's standout features is its natural surroundings. The abundance of trees provides ample shade, making it a comfortable destination even on sunny days. This harmonious blend of history and nature creates a truly unique and awe-inspiring atmosphere that sets Butrint apart.
In conclusion, a visit to Butrint National Archaeological Park is a must for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. It offers a window into the past, allowing you to traverse the footsteps of ancient civilizations amidst the tranquility of nature. While you may need to engage your imagination to fill in the historical gaps, the experience is undeniably amazing and well worth the visit.
Jaume Ávila Estivill — Google review
Historical site worth visiting. You can wonder around at your own pace and see ruins from Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, Venetian and Ottoman civilisations. You can easily spend 2-3hrs wondering around. I would recommend starting at the museum. 1000 Lek entry fee.
N — Google review
Great place if you love Roman history and ancient architecture. They have maps in a range of languages and it's a very beautiful place to visit.
Marlena J — Google review
Stunning archaeological site with various different points of interest from various different points of history. Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian. This is a must when in Albania.
The down point is it isn't very well signposted, so I would recommend trying to book a guided tour.
The real star of this place is the location. It's a lagoon meeting the sea through a narrow channel at the site, with the various colours of the water in different points backed by the mountains in the background.
5 stars alone for the site. But the natural beauty is phenomenal.
Simply wow.
Dave T — Google review
Great place to learn about ancient culture, very beautiful nature with lots of trees and lots of well preserved archeological sites
Rodion Xhafaj — Google review
A breathtakingly stunning place. Beautiful azure sea, lush landscape, historical ruins from the Hellenic, Roman and Medieval periods. I only wish I could have spent more time exploring here. I'd recommend getting a boat trip to the castle, it was very special to see and enjoy the view on the way. If you're anywhere near this you have to visit to experience its beauty and tranquility. I'd recommend spending a whole day here to fully enjoy in a relaxing manner.
Ben Laskey — Google review
Amazing park with lots to see. There’s also locals with souvenir stands with hand crafted original items.
There’s also a tiny museum with archeological finds and to top it all off there’s beautiful scenery to admire from the top of the old castle.
Entrance costs about 10 euros (1000 lek).
Mr Manders — Google review
A chance to wander ancient ruins, almost by ourselves.
We visited on October 1st from 5-630pm. Outside of peak tourist season and during golden hour, this spot was perfect though we forgot to bring bug spray and the mosquitoes had their way with us.
It’s a beautiful and historic place that you can explore at your own pace. Fun to imagine the large city that existed for hundreds of years here.
The Achilleion is a 19th-century neoclassical palace built as the summer residence of Empress Elizabeth of Austria, located on a steep hilltop 12km south of Corfu Town. The mansion features Achilles-themed interiors and sweeping garden terraces with stunning sea views. Its central staircase boasts intricate decoration rising in geometrical flights. Unfortunately, the second floor was closed for renovations during our visit, but the gardens were still worth exploring.
August 2021: Absolutely stunning! This palace is beautifully preserved and the gardens are spectacular! Very worthy of a visit and very cheap too!
Ray — Google review
Beautiful summer palace built for Empress Elisabeth of Austria in honor and admiration to Achilles. Entrance for the garden is 5€/person. At the moment the museum is closed, so you can only enjoy the garden, which is stunning 🤩.
Sammy Ernst — Google review
Since the building is renovated at the moment, you can not go in there. 5€ is a bit expensive for only the garden. View is nice but if you are not near anyways, I wouldn’t recommend to go there at this time.
Erbsen Sammler — Google review
Interesting and historic place. But it’s actually more a ruin than a palace. ☹️ In November it will re-opened to public it was promised. A beautiful view and a lovely little garden.
MICHAEL G — Google review
The pictures in the guidebook look great.....but it is in a terrible state. The building is undergoing restoration, but no workmen to be seen. You can not enter the building, and the gardens were in a sorry state. To charge 5 euros was a complete rip-off. 10 minutes walking round the shabby gardens and the deserted building site was enough. The only positive point I can make was the view over Corfu old town was good!
Robbob Tun — Google review
Beautiful home with magnificent view. We were unable to explore the second floor of the home due to it being closed for renovations but it was still worth the visit. The gardens... so beautiful and the view of the sea...spectacular! There are steps to reach the gardens.
Nicole Propper — Google review
Visited in 2019. Got the bus from Corfu town to the palace. Only a short walk to the ticket office. Spent a couple of hours looking around the house and gardens. Very enjoyable visit and great views from the gardens. Highly recommended. Didn't have too long to wait for a bus back to Corfu town.
Graham Hutchinson — Google review
Remove from your visit list "until further updates". The site is under restoration. Just take a sneak peak from the entrance gate and enjoy.
?zdemir ?zgen — Google review
The place isn't fully open. Most of the building is under renovation. You can go through the stairs and see the beautiful view of the panorama. Also there are a few amazing sculptures of Achilles and more others.
Cezary Waszkuc — Google review
The view and the architecture were very beautiful BUT they are renovating the place since 2022 and the inside of the palace is still closed!! Very disappointing, especially when the ticket still costs the same - 5€
cherry — Google review
The monument is beautiful with very nice gardens overlooking the city of Corfu. Wonderful views!! There were renovating works during our visit in the 2/3 of the building. They should not charge the whole price of the ticket during the renovation stage.
George Kontogouris — Google review
Great place! Maintenance works were in progress during my visit and couldn't enter the museum. The green was perfect maintained as well as the sculptures and the common areas. The view to Corfu town is magnificent.
Vladimir Dimirev — Google review
Completely closed, nothing to see.. the info display at the entrance says that gardens are open - but they are not. One official guy sitting there just telling you that it’s closed.
Don’t waste your time to go there
R Maar — Google review
The palace is under renovation. As a result, the interior is closed off and the exterior is littered with construction material. While you can see the statues and the (beautiful) view, it is worth neither the trip nor the ticket price.
SK — Google review
The statue and gardens are quite well maintained and the interiors are under renovation. 5€ per person isn't a lot but there wasn't much to see because of this. Plenty of steps to get to the garden. There are 2 beautiful statues of Achilles and one of them overlooks the panoramic view or Corfu.
If arriving by public transport the bus stop is right opposite the souvenir shop + cafe.
Nandita V — Google review
An important historical landmark. The former palace of the Austrian Empress Sisi. The palace itself is a very beautiful building, of classical architecture. It has a large collection of very valuable exhibits. The garden of the palace is beautiful and there are many statues, among which the statue of Achilles stands out. The place is busy and can be reached by bus number 10 from Corfu Town.
Ana — Google review
Unfortunately we didn't get to see much!Of course the garden is very beautiful not well maintained though!The view is mesmerising!And pretty much that's it!Let's be honest, it's not worth the entrance fee.They should have a free entrance, for everyone, to the garden until the palace is fully restored! Think about it! New season is coming up soon! Just a thought! Hope you decide wisely!
Elena Haimeli — Google review
Beautiful grounds, with beautiful views. Unfortunately the palace was closed for renovation, so couldn’t see inside.
Sabrina Darling — Google review
Unfortunately they were restoring everything inside and partly outside. So we only could visit the garden 🥲🥲 That's a pity, because we were excited to view the rooms of the palace. The garden is beautiful and the statue is huge. At the balcony at the end of the garden you can enjoy the beautiful view of the landscape.
Elisa — Google review
The palace is really rundown and needs a lot of repairs before it could open to the public. The garden within is pretty nice. It is one of the major tourist spot but there are no working washroom anywhere on the premises.
Humphrey Mak — Google review
We were there at the beginning of September and most of the monument is under construction (especially the inside of the building), there's really not much to see outside and even that is quite poorly preserved. The entrance fee for what you see is absolutely too high (5,5€). It's a shame to see such a work of art in such a state, I hope they are working on restoring the exterior as well. But the view from the garden is beautiful :)
Akrotiri Beach Resort Hotel is a sea-view property with 2 bars, an eatery and an infinity pool. Guests can enjoy breakfast at the hotel every morning. The staff are very friendly and professional. The only thing guests may not enjoy is the quality of the food at breakfast.
Excellent place to stay. The views are fantastic, the staff are all very helpful and welcoming and speak a lot of languages! The main hotel was very clean and tidy and has obviously been given a lick of paint recently.
Our room was very pleasant, a huge bed, amazing view over the bay and it was clean, tidy and quiet. A small fridge to keep your beer and wine in for an evening tipple on the balcony.
Our room did look a little tired, but they are tarting them all up and it didn't detract at all.
The pool is lovely (if a little chilly at the beginning of September!) and the bar there does good drinks and excellent food.
There's a new nice little bar on the beach which also has full drinks and food service for guests.
The free wifi was surprisingly good too.
My first time in Corfu, absolutely won't be the last and I'm certain I'll stay here again next time.
David Pegler — Google review
4 member family 5 days
Positives: Great location, main beach with calm water and Rocky beach to snorkel or relax in more secluded area. Available seating by the beach or on the floors with view on the beach. Rooms are quite spacious but not 4 stars. Food was good. Supermarket in walking distance. Pool was nice and clean. Bars available everywhere. Staff was professional.
Negatives: No free shuttle from/to airport if stay is under 7 days. Paying for water was not pleasant. Also no drinks are included during dinner, everything was extra. I would at least expected water or soft drinks to be included. No special deals on boat rentals which is quite common to do in order to explore surroundings.
Andrej Svec — Google review
What a wonderful time & experience we had at the Akrotiri hotel. We availed of the free taxi service offered by the hotel when booking direct with them. The reception staff were so welcoming and helpful all of the time. The rooms were beautifully decorated and the view made our mornings! The cleaning staff were so so lovely and were always greeting us with a smile. They looked after our room wonderfully and the hotel was immaculate. We cannot wait to return, I have never visited a hotel twice but I would make sure to go back to Akrotiri Beach hotel again! They go above and beyond and quite honestly it was an unforgettable holiday and the hotel staff & the location was to thank for that!
Hannah Oflynn — Google review
Amazing view from the room - superior east (open sea), very tasty breakfast, one of the best beach I have seen on Corfu island with direct access from the hotel. Fast food specialized for pancakes nearby the hotel and opened till late night (we arrived first night at 11pm). Thank you for very comfotable stay!
Tibor Mutala — Google review
Positives:
- Lovely views of the sea and coast.
- Nice beach.
- Nice swimming areas.
- Staff were fine.
- Some (but not a lot) of restaurants in the area.
Negatives:
- Bathroom was old and dated. Hot water did not always work.
- Breakfast was average at best.
- Mosquitoes very present in the area.
- No gym.
- No shuttle buses.
Ciaran Tannam — Google review
I almost have no words to describe the amazing time me and my husband had at this hotel. We loved absolutely everything! Location is perfect, our room was super comfortable and with an amazing view, food was great and the staff is just the most lovely and helpful people! Honestly, thanks so much for providing us this amazing time!
Bruna N. — Google review
Really lovely, albeit expensive hotel. The rooms are fantastic and the people are very kind. Buffet dinner was fantastic. Wonderful live music on the terrace last night. A great place to stay in Corfu.
Lindsay W — Google review
The hotel is located on a cliff overlooking an amazing view of the sea. The hotel beach is down many steps and is rocky, suitable for those in good shape. The beach on the other side is Akron Beach, a beautiful beach with clear water. Those who intend to enjoy the beaches should know that there is no access for the disabled, you have to go down a lot of stairs. The hotel staff is kind and smiling, they help in everything. The rooms are spacious and pleasant with a balcony overlooking the view. The breakfast is nice, but I expected more. The offer is quite routine and repeats itself every morning. All in all, we can say that the hotel is very nice and recommended for a belly vacation.
megi davidi — Google review
The Rocky beach is one of its kind and perfect for couples (children are not allowed there) with great snorkeling spots close by. The infinity pool has a stunning view over the bay and the live music at night was great too. The food was better than average but couldn't compare to local Tavernas.
Lisa Winter — Google review
Really lovely hotel in a beautiful location. We stayed in a beach facing room but I imagine any room has a fantastic view, as the area is very picturesque. The food is really good - I recommend the a la carte, incredible value! Go on a boat trip if you get chance - the water is stunningly clear. And we saw dolphins!
Sophie Lloyd — Google review
The hotel is fantastic, set in a picturesque location with access to a beautiful beach. Most areas were recently refurbished and the hotel bar, terrace and the beach bar look very modern and classy!
The rooms are nice, (our room was also recently refurbished), we had a sea view and the view from the room is breathtaking! The only downside was the air con which was pretty loud.
The staff are very helpful, friendly and attentive.
Overall definitely recommend, my partner and I had a 5 star experience!
Anna Murawska — Google review
Fantastic location with great beach options on both side. Crystal clear sea. Hotel was well managed with very nice, friendly staff.
The key reason for 4 stars (instead of 5) is the food and drinks. There was a certain level of carelessness in the buffet, the a la carte options and even in the cocktails or coffee in the morning.
Tongu? B?y?k?oban — Google review
The hotel was very good overall. The building and the rooms are very well decorated. The view from the room was amazing. The beach was well organized and the sea is very clear. The staff was helpful. The only thing was there was a light sewage smell in the hotel, even in the room. The reception lady told that it is about the infrastructure of the island and it happens sometimes. But it was not that bad. I definitely recommend the hotel.
Aylin Tunali — Google review
We had a wonderful experience at this hotel, which offered a breathtaking view. We were fortunate to have a superior room that provided an amazing view of the sea. Upon our arrival, we noticed a few issues with the room, but once we brought them to the attention of the staff, they promptly addressed and resolved them. This quick response and effective problem-solving contributed to our overall positive impression of the hotel.
The location of the hotel is truly incredible. Guests have the option of enjoying a stunning beach right in front of the property or a rocky beach, which happened to be our favorite, located near the pool area. The availability of both types of beaches added to the overall appeal and provided diverse experiences for guests.
However, the pool was the weak aspect of this hotel. Given the spectacular view, we expected a large infinity pool that would complement the surroundings. Unfortunately, when we checked it out, we found it to be too small and crowded considering the size of the hotel. This was somewhat disappointing, as the potential for a more impressive pool experience was evident.
Additionally, the service at the hotel fell short of our expectations, which is why we are giving it a rating of four stars. We acknowledge that service standards in Greece can generally be higher, and in comparison, the service we received at this hotel didn't quite meet those expectations.
Balkis JEBLAOUI — Google review
Thoroughly enjoyed our time here. Very friendly staff and clean modern rooms. The location is what makes it amazing though. A private rocky beach to one side (perfect for snorkelling and daytime sunbathing) & access to a public sandy beach the other side with a private bar and loungers for sundowners. Would absolutely stay again and really recommend!
Issy Sykes — Google review
Rooms are ok, with amazing views. However, rooms' decor feels a little cheap, and there are small nagging things, like an emergency light in the kids room that is very bright throughout the night, or the smell of sewage from the balconies of some of the rooms.
The swimming pool is amazing, however there are not enough sunbeds.
The Jacuzzi is a nice touch, however the water wasn't hot.
The biggest disappointment was the lack of free sunbeds at the beach, which means that with all the money we paid for the place, we had to pay extra for sunbeds, or use a beach towel on the pebbles
Saul Adereth — Google review
Amazing and fabolous! The hotel is in a beautiful setting on a beautiful turquoise clear water beach. The staff are friendly and accommodating. The food at the buffet restaurant was very tasty, with lots of choices every morning. We were surprised by the quality of the local restaurants around the hotel. No need to rent a car. We took taxi boats every day to different beaches which were stunning! Both beaches (rocky beach and front beach) were family friendly, clean and pleasant. Sun beds must be reserved inadvance. Our room was comfortable, everything was of decent quality. We will definitely be booking
as well for next year.
Naama Koren — Google review
Great hotel with picturesque view!!! I really recommend staying in this hotel. Breakfast is varied and tasty. Our family suite was clean. However, it was very disappointing to find out that we have to pay for sunbeds at the hotel's beach (25 euros after a 50% discount). In my opinion it would have been nice to give the hotel guests free beds every day or at least for half of the nights staying at the hotel.
The Kanali tou Erota beach is picturesque and secluded between rock formations. It's a great place to relax with a book or take a sun bath. There are several coves and canals nearby that make it an interesting destination for swimming.
I loved the sunset here,we went there 2 days. The best time is in the evening, I loved to swim trough the canal d’amour, and there’s also a love legend. Not to mention how romantic is this place.
Himeshi costa — Google review
Such a stunning place to visit. The view is beautiful, and the water shallow and clear. You can actually swim in the canal, which is like a cave (you can’t see it in the photos, you need to swim there).
The myth about the canal is cute and interesting. Such a romantic destination!
Local Guide — Google review
Very small little bay about 10 metres wide fenced in by 2 outcrops of beige stone. The Canal D'amour has a local legend. If you swim out through it with your loved one, you stay together forever, or if you swim it single, you meet the love of your life within a year. Nice legend reality is not so good bars built almost on top of it and way too many people and loud music
Picturesque if you look out towards sea not so looking back in land from the water
Dave T — Google review
There is a car park here. A large area of layered rocks with footpaths and walkways on it. A few beaches inside but the majority of it is an inlet of fast waves which splash up the walls. There is an area to get from one side to the other which I imagine would be very slippery.
It’s a very scenic place and an interesting destination if you were to visit the north of the island
Neil Darler — Google review
Very beautiful place & beach! Lovely, small, cristall clear water and a grotte where you can swim under the rocks. Beautiful! You should visit it!
📍Canal D'amour, Corfu, Greece
Elisei P. — Google review
Nice view, lots of people, the water is dirty, the small piece for beach is dirty as well, full of plastic bottles
Andreea M — Google review
This is a wonderful nature reserve. It's not very well-known by tourists or else they aren't too keen on walking among the amazing sand dunes. We loved the wonder of how the sea meets the lake.
Zoltan Lukacsi — Google review
Nice to see the views and take a couple of pictures (if not crowded). Not to spend the day as the place is crowded with low quality tourism attractions.
jorge perez — Google review
An amazing spot to spend some time. The canal is very beautiful looking and surrounded by rocks that offer a breathtaking view over the Ionian Sea and Albania. Don’t hesitate to jump in the water as the waves give it a pleasant experience. There are many great restaurant nearby that offer lunch with a great view. All in all it is a great experience that is worth the drive from Corfu town.
Joost Nouwen — Google review
It’s nice , if you are on Corfu it’s not a waste of time to see it - but there was so many people that we didn’t had the nerv to go into the water. Overall it’s a nice place
Masa Glatt — Google review
This was by far my favorite beach during my visit in Greece. I wouls love to go back there. Rather than a beach it is more like a cliff surrounded by blue water. It is fun to jump and dive from the cliff if you are not afriad of it.
Oscar Munoz — Google review
Very beautiful place, with nice view, but it is also very crowded
Ana — Google review
The place is beautiful, you have all the conditions for a nice vacation. In this location there is also a small cave, you will surely be impressed by this location. Next to the beach you have a coffee bar where you can have the tastiest drinks.
Sergiu Badicu — Google review
The road to the beach is muddy so be careful, I’d recommend wearing shoes. I don’t think there’s an actual beach bar so be well prepared to bring umbrellas and towels. It’s way too overcrowded, you can walk and sit on the rocks but be careful. It’s a unique beach and it’s worth visiting. The day we went there the water looked a bit dirty cause it was windy. It also has a cave and it’s really nice for jumping into the water.
itz mia — Google review
Beautifully Corfu landmark and a must go if doing a road trip! You can walk around and swim. We went in April and there was some people but mostly empty… I can imagine that in summer it gets crazy so try to go very early to see the beauty of it.
Angella Vecchione — Google review
Only worth one star ⭐ due to the potential. This place could be a lot better but the beach is really more like a mud pen and the waters are cloudy, probably due to sediment cliffs crumbling into the sea. On the journey to the beach you are greeted with an apocalyptic looking hotel with a smashed glass window barrier which is dangerous to anyone with wandering kids. Check the photos. Overall, disappointing, try one of the many other much nicer beaches like Porto timoni.
Lee Thompson — Google review
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The historic center of Otranto, named Centro Storico, showcases the impressive 11th-century Cattedrale di Santa Maria Annunziata. This cathedral boasts a Chapel of the Martyrs and an exquisite medieval mosaic floor. The military architecture during the 15th century is represented by the Aragonese Castle in this area. Additionally, visitors can find frescoes that showcase Apulian Byzantine art inside the Church of San Pietro.
Baia dei Turchi is a secluded tourist beach located in the town of Otranto, Puglia. The area is known for its pristine white buildings and full amenities, including family-run delis serving up spicy focaccia. While Otranto's main sandy drag may be popular among visitors, those seeking a more peaceful experience can venture a few kilometers north towards Casino dei Turchi.
After a twenty minutes walk on a wild woods path, you arrive to this dreamy bay. There's not much people, the sand is white and silky, the water is crystal aquamarine and in some points light blue and emerald green. The bay is long and allows to take walks on the beach. I have travelled a lot but I can assure you I have never been in a place in which sea water and the sand are so paradisiacal.
Chiara Zen — Google review
Amazing beach!
Be careful though: they will tell you that there is no parking by the beach to force you to pay 5€ and take their shuttle but off season, you can easily come and park for free in the pinewood where the shuttle drops you.
Fannie Decerf — Google review
I went in September 2023 and there is three car parks. There is a FREE one that is the closest to the beach.
The first car park you see has car park attendants demanding you to stop for parking and cost 5 euros. Ignore them and turn left into the road directing you to the beach.
The second car park has a charge for 3 euros. Also ignore as you can continue along the paved road.
The third and last car park is FREE and fits about 50 cars and is untimed. Check out that car park first and if no spots then turn back to the other car parks.
Note the walk if you stop at the first car park is at least 20 minutes until the beach which is crazy. So get to the free and closest car park
The beach has soft sand, and water is nice. Nice for a day lying down to relax
Mylee Trinh — Google review
The area is windy but it's nice. The private area with ombrelloni has crazy prices. So we decided to stay at the free beach. From the first parking area you have to walk about 15 min but its easy.
Antonio Ahimsa — Google review
Pros: beautiful beach, fine sand and shallow water (good for children). Cons: expensive parking (5-7€), long walk through the pine forrest (depending on where you park, it can be 200m to 1000m). The closest to the beach parking is not open before 8am so if you’re an early riser, manage accordingly.
FLX Dan — Google review
One of the best picture perfect beaches in Salento, We can’t wait to come here in the summer again
Alper Ozdemir — Google review
Truly stunning, water was amazing, clear, aqua blue, warm and the sand so soft. It did take a little bit of a 15 minute walk to get there though. As we parked at the beginning of a road, then had to walk about 1 km to reach it through road, bush and finally down the small cliff face. All worth it and didn’t get out of the water for an hour it was that good.
Melissa Edwards — Google review
Great beach, though overpriced seats if you come for a couple hours, 30 euros for 2 seats. No shower, no real toilet, only portable stuff because it's super remote.
The beach is like a dream. Sand, clean, super safe, starts with a bath and then you can swim pretty far. Waves very mellow with southern wind.
Chiel van Ewijk — Google review
Lovely sandy beach split naturally into small coves by the curved rocks. There’s a car park just 5 mins walk away through the woods for €5 a day. Not much down there in terms of facilities or refreshments so best to come prepared. Water is shallow a fairly long way out - great for swimming
Jamie — Google review
Beautiful beach! We stopped by in July 2023 and it was very hot this day so there were quite a lot of people on the beach. Renting a parasol and two sunbeds was 30 € but essential as the sun was strong. The sand gets super hot so make sure to bring sandals or similar. The sand was great quality and the water was very clear with gentle waves when we visited.
Gard Karlsen — Google review
First of all, you need to walk around 1 km to the beach from the parking. But every step is totally worth it. There are some guys who are asking 5 to 7 Euros for parking... We were just parking next to the road just like the locals. We asked some Italians and they said it is okay ... So I guess you can safe that money for the parking. The beach itself is really nice the water is clear. We went in the evening so it was not that crowded. I think with sunshine and on the weekends it might get crowded. I think the sunrise could be very nice there
Jo T — Google review
Fantastic beach near Otranto. Water is Crystal clear, sand is soft and comfortable, and the beach is surrounded by rocks and beautiful trees.
Not that much infrastructure there, as it is in a natural protection reserve. Parking far away, but with a shuttle included in the 4euros. Count, after the stop of the shuttle, on one kilometer walk, difficult to access for small children or person with disabilities
gerald stubbe — Google review
Amazing beach nearby Otrando ! Warmly recomended! You van live a car nearby for free or you can park your car in the park neqr the beach where you have to pay. To get to the beach you will walk through the forest where you can hear cycadas! After a -10 minute walk you will reach an amazing wide sand beach where water is crystal and bkye and green. The beach was crowded byt you can stroll and find place for yourself ! On the beach you will find a beach bar which serve cold beer 3 euro, diffrent types of coffee 2 euro and cold proseco wine 2 euro and some types of panini . Warmly recommeded . Spiaggia fantastica vicino Otrando! Parcheggio a pagamento vicino spiaggia. Passeggiarre 10 minuti attraverso la foresta alla spiaggia. Tu ascolta cicale in una foresta. La spiaggia è ampia. Il mare è cristalino. un bar è alla spiage servire birra freda, proseco freda, caffè e gelato è panini.Reccomando caldamente.OO
Iwona Wojsznis-Gruszka — Google review
Beautiful sandy beach with crystal clear water, and deserted in September.
Multiple access points through the forest, depending on which parking area you come from. Absolutely not wheelchair accessible or suitable for strollers, but otherwise rather friendly pathway for anyone able to walk.
Kelly O — Google review
One of the most suggestive and amazing wild beach in Salento coast. There are just few bathhouse, it is suggested bring your own equipment for enjoying the sea. Parking car located very close to the beach (free also).
Vincenzo Prestera — Google review
Such a great beach! The water is warm and very clean. If you want to take a spot with an umbrella and two beach beds, it costs 25€ for the whole day and is totally worth it :)
Swimming, sunbathing, & other recreation draws crowds to this picturesque beach with shallow waters.
This is a terrific beach in the region with clear water, fine sand and a low grade into the water. If you're staying in Gallipoli, it's about a 40-minute drive south, right at the tip of the heel of the boot of Italy! There is a large (free) parking area too. I would bring an umbrella, as there was no shade available in the public access area where we entered. Very uncrowded (although it was a Tuesday, not the weekend).
Irena Choi Stern — Google review
I guess this beach is only cleaned during the high tourist season.
Was there in May and it was disgusting, waste everywhere, even empty plastic detergent bottles...
Otherwise the beach is ok, just a normal sand beach good for kids to play and swim (imagining it clean)
Fred Fox — Google review
Very beautiful beach.Crystal clear waters and plenty of beach bars to enjoy the sun!!It also has free space to sit with your own umbrella if you want.Many restaurants in the area to eat also.Has sunbeds to rent in the free area if you want.
Ioannis Louizos — Google review
Who will not love it when it is still out of season.
Karolina Vdh — Google review
One of the most beautiful beaches I've ever seen! Such clear and turquoise waters and fine sand! I swam here in January. The water was cold and the wind was blowing, but the experience was unforgettable.
Olivia-Petra Coman — Google review
Beautiful beach! Lots of nice bars / restaurants right there, so plenty of options for lunch or an aperitivo. Crystal clear water and generally a very clean beach. Also free parking nearby. Would recommend 100% to spend at least a day here :)
Janina Flötotte — Google review
Sandy beach, very long with lots of areas to hire sunbeds etc. Many facilities all along the beach. Swimming is easy here as there is a gentle slope into the sea.
Nice sand dunes too.
Martin Brown (Martystagram) — Google review
It’s a very beautiful beach but of course almost all taken by the paid umbrella sections (super tight one next to the other). That’s to be expected but the surprising thing was the car shower at the exit of the parking (for free whilst the shower for humans is at 1€ per shower 😂 all the while there seems to be a fraught going on 😳😜
jana cohrs — Google review
Water is absolutely beautiful but the amount of umbrellas and sun chairs is just too much doesn't let you enjoy the beach. Even with covid crowderd
V S — Google review
Lovely beach with beautiful sand and clear water. We went at 2pm and it was very crowded on the beach, but not too bad in the water. €4 parking was close to the beach and parking was pretty easy to find.
Nicole Hill — Google review
Be attentive of the wind, depending on how it flows, you won't get the Maldives-like clear waters you see in the pictures. Unfortunately, that was our case. I hope to get back when the wind is more favorable.
Centro Storico is the historic center of a city, characterized by its narrow cobblestone streets and well-preserved medieval architecture. It's a charming area filled with quaint shops, lively cafes, and bustling markets. Visitors can wander through the picturesque alleyways, admiring the beautiful old buildings and soaking up the vibrant atmosphere. The Centro Storico is also home to important cultural landmarks such as museums, churches, and historical sites that offer insight into the city's rich heritage.
The cathedral, which was built between 1659 and 1712, is a beautiful example of Baroque architecture. It features an elaborate façade and a bell tower. The church is also home to the Museo Diocesano, San Matteo, Santa Chiara and Santa Croce churches. It is well worth taking your time to visit!
Beautiful Baroque Cathedral. Quite amazing the amount of time it would take to construct and maintain
911eVoX — Google review
Amazing baroque church with a stunning interior design. The organist, Tonio Calabrese allowed us to stay at the organ loft during mass.
Zoltan Hegyi — Google review
A must see if like baroque churches
Marv Baker — Google review
There is something mysterious and spooky about this cathedral🫣 the entry comes as part of your €9 ticket 🎫
Pasha — Google review
A must-see, as much for its setting as the church itself. If you want to enter, you need to purchase a ticket that costs 6 Euro to enter the Cathedral, the Old Seminary, the Diocesan Museum, also the Basilica near it.
Willy Dinata — Google review
It’s very amazing the baroque architecture. If you go there sit down and slowly appreciate each detail. The angels, birds and many details sculpted are incredible.
The church is not too big.
They have a package in the entrance can you can buy one entrance for all the churches or just one for this one.
Maria Klann — Google review
The biggest and best of the four churches you can visit with the 11 euro ticket. The level of hand crafts is beyond imagination. The crypt downstairs is worth the visit.
Espen Sletten — Google review
Amazing baroque delight in Lecce!
Located in a nice piazza, with tickets being sold nearby, in the information office. The family ticket is a value of money, and would recommend to get if you are not alone.
*Tip: Look for the secret underground area (Photos posted but shhh)
Pegasios Petrou — Google review
11€ entrance fee. Sure there are other churches included but it should be free on Easter Sunday. These are places of worshipping too. Merchants of the temple are back and make money.
Michael — Google review
Over the top Baroque bounty in this lush and fabulous Duomo. The columns have climbing and clinging angels. The altars (there are many) are adorned with saintly sculptures and paintings. My favorite is the railings, complete with multicolored marbles. A true work of art. The downstairs contains some excavation and human remains as in bones and a skull. Oh my.
Diane Albanese — Google review
Impressive church - baroque style with tons of works over the columns.
Great value on the family ticket: € 17,00 to visit the Duomo, Museo Diocesano; San Matteo, Santa Chiara and Santa Croce Church’s.
Take your time and enjoy!!!!
Spiaggia di Punta della Suina is a stunning beach known for its crystal-clear waters, often compared to the Maldives. The beauty of the beach and the clear waters make it a popular spot for Instagram-worthy photos. Visitors have also reported meeting friendly locals, adding to the overall excellent experience of visiting this picturesque beach.
A great beach with water so clear that some girls make fake videos from the Maldives for Instagram. 😂
Martin Bonko — Google review
The place is a paradise but is covered in cigarettes stubs and rubbish. We collected a 70L bags of rubbish in 20minutes. Sad and enraging.
Matteo de Castello — Google review
Beach was beautiful. Met a few friendly locals that made it an excellent experience.
Ric K — Google review
Don't go there! 45 euro for umbrella and 2 lays. Bad service unpolite personnel.
Not the first time that I am coming here, as it is just so beautiful!
Loving history and culture and enjoying this Torre by the ocean!
Cat Zi — Google review
I came to visit this tower twice during my vacation. The first time it was closed to only private visits, but to compensate they made a really interesting show in collaboration with the local dance club, I quite enjoyed it. The lesson I learned here is that one should always inform him/herself about the location to visit.
It's not too bad that you can't enter, the tower is still quite impressive from the outside too and at night it gets illuminated. During the day you can also chill on the small open pond there and enjoy the sea.
Benjamin Demetz — Google review
I visited this place recently and it was amazing!I saw saturn and the moon from a telescope that was on top and it was amazing.The view is stupendous. The people that worked there were very nice!Overall I had a great experience.
Tommaso Laureri — Google review
This is maybe one of the most amazing towers to visit on the southern side of Puglia, the view on top is priceles as is the fresh breeze relieving from the summer hotness!
ataridoshi — Google review
Is was the and of may, so it was not open, but still it was worth it walk over there and fight with mosquitoes 🦟
Nóra Királyi-Papp — Google review
One of the many incredibly well preserved watchtower that dot Apulia coast.
Simona Pergola — Google review
EN: Exciting experience going inside this medieval tower used in past to defend local people against Saracens. The view from the top is really nice
IT: Bellissima. E' possibile visitare l'interno di questa antica torre di difesa contro i saraceni e perfino salire su in cima per godersi un bel panorama
ES: Hermosa! Antigua torre de defensa contra los sarracenos hoy abierta a todos para visitarla adentro y subir hasta la parte superior desde donde se puede disfrutar un panorama precioso
Santiago David Quiroga — Google review
Very nice example of ancient defendant and surveillance position, on the side you will find a more modern machine gun position from the 1st WW. Enjoy and visit.
Alex Puppat — Google review
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Via Torre Lapillo, 73010 Torre Lapillo, Porto Cesareo LE, Italy
Torre Guaceto Marine Protected Area is a coastal and marine nature reserve featuring a 16th-century defensive tower and visitor center that houses a museum. Unlike other beaches that lose their charm due to commercialization, Torre Guaceto remains unspoiled even after being awarded Blue-Flag status. It is a protected area that boasts of diverse fauna, including birds and snakes. The beach in the Ostuni area has white sand and beautiful sea with no plastic waste littering its shores.
Our favourite beach in Ostuni area. White sand and beautiful sea, we didnt witness any plastic garbage on the beach.
Dali Imedi — Google review
I wanted to love this location. Whilst the setting is beautiful, there’s very little I can say in favour of it. I hate to imagine how the beaches appear outside of the “marine protection areas”. The amount of garbage was disappointing, disgusting, sad, depressing and left a feeling of such helplessness. At one end of the beach was the well kept “paid section”, looked lovely... the remainder of the beach “public section” you could easily fill a garbage truck at least once over. I would be interested in learning more about what conservation policies exist in Italy for Marine/Parklands.
Nick L — Google review
Magnificent natural place with nobody in June…
David Daurier — Google review
Interesting natural reserve with lots of animals, like birds and snakes.
Janos Nyerges — Google review
This is a fine example of a conservation area and yet very accessible to the public . A shuttle bus service is provided from the main parking area. There are different zones of protection , no fishing , sailing and water sport areas and swimming is not encouraged in some areas . The areas are clearly designated and the public seem to be cooperating. There is a turtle hospital not open to the public due to stress that this would cause the animals. There are long scenic , tranquil paths to walk but beware of the erosions and danger in some of the cliff tops. The beaches and bays are a haven for wildlife and the public alike this place deserves more publicity but maybe its better left to the public to discover how wonderful it is?
Danny Phillips — Google review
Sorry but calling Torre Guaceto a natural reserve is a joke... The beach is dirty, with microplastics and other waste, and due to the shallow water the dirt remains in the water almost up to the buoys. Beach is overcrowded in August as could be expected, yet it has only two toilets and not even a shower. Booking online or not makes no difference: the parking is huge and accepts anyone who pays the 5€ at the entrance, and then everyone queues up for the shuttle. But the small „train“ doesn’t bring you to the beach, instead it drops you off some 700m away... and even in peak periods there is only one "train". Queues under the scorching sun are very long for both journeys (wait at least 20 minutes). The sea is ok, but neither better nor worse than the other coves along the coast. Don‘t waste your time & money here!
Grunz Pieper — Google review
- It's a wonderful place for a good walk along the seaside, the sea is simply amazing, only downside the rubbish coming from the sea get stuck on the beaches and doesn't get removed because "it's a reserve".
- Posto fantastico per una giornata di mare immersi nella selvaggia macchia mediterranea, è un peccato però che i rifiuti portati dalle mareggiate non vengano rimossi
Richard F — Google review
Just beautiful, a bit of everything white beachside, grotto's, ruins. Love that so much of this area from Bari on down the coast isn't the over devolved beaches of Spain and France.
Santa Gasparro — Google review
Its very quite and Lovely place
Zeshan Khan — Google review
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di, Riserva Naturale Torre Guaceto, 72012 Carovigno BR, Italy
Zoosafari is an animal park that offers a drive-through safari, sea lion aquarium, roller coasters, and water rides. The park is affordable and provides clean and exciting experiences for visitors. It's recommended to purchase vegetables for the animals before arriving at the gate of the park. However, caution should be exercised when choosing a vehicle as some animals may damage cars. The zoo allows visitors to get up close with beautiful animals like lions crossing in front of cars.
Amazing park, I've never seen animals this close, like a lion crossing over in front of my car! The monkeys rail tour is a nice idea, but it's so protected inside that you can't really see much. It's such a pity.I'm not sure how happy the polar bear was, as 40 degrees C was too much even for me. Overall spectacular though!
Daniela F — Google review
Awesome experience, animals come close and you can touch them. Car safari is very nice! It takes almost the whole day to go visit all the attractions. I definitely recommend.
Karmen Bournaska — Google review
A wonderful experience! We stayed there for 5 hours, around 3 for the zoo safari and another 2 for the other experiences included and it was really fun and exciting. It's really worth the price! Strongly recommend!
Alexandru Lupu — Google review
A must go for families with kids. Better to go in winter than in summer with the heat. The animals seem to be having a good time. You get the feeling that animals enjoy very much the encounter with humans. Dangerous animals are kept at a safe distance, but close enough to feel like you’ve entered their world. Hugging a giraffe was probably the cutest thing I’ve done there.
Marianna Massa — Google review
Amazing experience. I highly recommend anyone arriving by train at Fasano to rent a car from parking lot close to train station for the day at the zoo and go to the safari with it.
Daniella Chetcuti — Google review
a great experience cannot be described in words. the kids had fun. worth every cent. Allow half a day for all the attractions. many visitors but very good organization. it feels like a real safari. i wish i could leave 10 stars.
Peter Velkov — Google review
Really great place to visit. There are both places, one is zoosafari ( driving in car), second is zoo + fun park. Both are great. Cost is 120 for two adults and two kids. But it is worth the price. At least 5h is needed. Best have own food, unfortunately restaurants are poor quality and very pricey (18euro for lunch per person). A lot of beauty animals, really you can touch them… moreover place is very beautiful , charm-full. For sure will go there again.
Aleksander Malanowski — Google review
Amazing a very special, unforgettable experience. a day dedicated to the family in the most beautiful way. I highly recommend that a family with children go here as you have a very nice day to spend. watch out for goats as they tend to get close to the car and can scratch it. do not miss the visit inside the lemurs as it is unique. it costs only €3 more
Rudgert — Google review
LOVED every minute of it! Regarding the cost, it was 32 euros per person. For the overall experience, I feel like it’s definitely worth it. With the same ticket you have access to the rest of the zoo (pedestrian access) and other activities. Would definitely visit again.
Andreea Balan — Google review
Clean, exciting, affordable and...did I mention clean? This place was more than worth the drive, price, and experience. Don't forget to buy vegetables for the animals before you drive up to the gate of the park. I would be careful about which vehicle you take, however. We saw a buffalo dig it's horns into a car and, well, the owner wasn't too happy.
Donte Gordon — Google review
a good place, a lot of interesting things, a lot of positive impressions ... but the only minus is you buy an entrance ticket and you still have to pay for all the little things, a boat, an entrance to the aquarium, parking. You must have cash with you.
Barbara — Google review
Amazing! We are full of good emotions. The closest contact with wild animals in my life. Big amount of different animals
????? ?????? — Google review
This place has a nice drive thru safari where the animals will come right up to the window and get in the way of your vehicle. I would suggest buying the carrot and peanut bags they sell outside the zoo. Not clear on the legality of it but there are no signs saying you can’t feed the animals and everyone seems to do it. The drive thru safari is pretty long. After you go thru the safari you can then park and there’s also an amusement park and additional zoo features to the rest of place. It does cost more money to ride any rides once in the amusement park. It wasn’t very busy and no lines on any of the rides. Was great for our 3-year old: bumper cars, gondola ride, merry go round, etc. It’s an ok amusement park, but was a great half day event for us and a change from the many beach days.
Chris Hugenberger — Google review
Really good experience, would like to come here again. The zoo is separated in safari (where u can feed and interact with animals) and zoo part. (where you, besides watching animals, can find amusement park and places to eat). Close interaction with animals is the best part.
Iva Lekic — Google review
Cannot be missed. Animals goes around you by driving the car. Huge and a lot of animals from goats to elephant, giraffes, tigers and bears.
FIRST GO TROUGH the drive way zoosafari and have available ticket to go after within the park to see monkeys with a tractor. Can go in an other part to see the bears and polar bears and reptiles. €92 for 3 adults and a car. Worthy.
nazziena agius — Google review
One of the best experiences you can have in the region of Puglia. Really worth it to see so many animals next to you. Adults and kids can enjoy it equally.
Natali Nikolova — Google review
It is a a natural environment where you can see almost all kinds of animals living in the natural environment like quadrupeds, birds, pet fish, big snakes, reptiles, etc. In the evenings, it is a great haven where young people can engage in various sports where they can have adventurous experiences to inspire the children. Tickets are very reasonably priced. Go and have these experiences. rejoice
Neel Perera — Google review
The fee is worth for the drive Safari only, the normal Zoo was average seen so many times.
The drive path takes around 90 min, but we drove it more than 2 hours (enough space to stand aside to let others bypass you).
Although the rule's windows must be closed, most drive with windows down (except when passing the lions and tigers). Animals are used to people and cars, they lean their head through windows letting you pet them and feed them - the best for that are giraffes and zebras.
We had rice cakes, peaches and bananas with us. If you plan feeding them buy some food beforehand, as the road sellers before the park offer a small bag for 5 Euros.
The drive around the tigers is unbelievable - they're 5, 6 of them on a roundabout with a tree and a small pond. They played and posed so we drove 3 circles around.
Driving 10 met from the lions was so thrilling, and after that along the way you meet elephants, rhinos, camels, buffalos,...
Completing the drive you park your car (extra 3 Euros) and enter the normal Zoo. Here, I would point out the Monkey train - caged train which takes you through hundreds of monkeys jumping on it.
The rest of the Zoo is quite average and was underwhelming after the Safari drive.
To conclude - no matter you're with kids or not, this is really one of the best attractions in entire Puglia region.
Dejan Braki — Google review
It was a great time for us and the kids.
We were surprised by the diversity of the animals and options to spend time.
You should plan a full day here. Beside the safari option, which will take a max 1-1,5h, there are more things to be discovered in this park.
You have also fair options to eat (no fancy restaurant but fast food Italian style kitchen).
It was really enjoyable time spent in a place perfect for kids.
Liviu S — Google review
An enjoyable day out with the family, we were very surprised at the number of animals in the zoo, very well kept and looking healthy.
The downside is that you are able to drive through the animals habitat with your car which isn't very healthy for the wildlofe also the tickets price which can exceed over 150 euro for a family of 5, this won't include most of the rides at the fairground next to the zoo, you would need to purchase extra tickets to enjoy the rides and some shows.
Alberobello is a charming and historic town in southern Italy that's known for its trulli - traditional, wooden huts with steep roofs. If you're looking to explore the area, consider booking a walking tour with Trulli e Puglia Tour di Alberobello. With local help, you'll be able to get a better idea of each trullo, and learn about Alberobello's history and culture.
I honestly can’t stress enough how important it is to book this wonderful tour if you are planning a trip to Alberobello! Especially if the wonderful Mimo is your tour guide. He is funny, informative and educational and makes for a very insightful and informative tour ending in visiting an actual Trulli house doubling as a museum then a perfectly prepared lunch served in a secret garden whilst being serenaded by a beautiful live music! Epic experience!
Trina — Google review
Great and experienced tour guiding company, they have a house museum of their own.
Giuseppe D — Google review
nice
george iachim — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful city already visited twice, you always discover something new. Anyone who has time and is in Puglia should take a look at the trulli in Alberobello.
(Original)
Wunderschöne Stadt bereits zum 2 mal besichtigt, man entdeckt immer wieder etwas neues. Jeder der Zeit hat und sich in Apulien befindet sollte sich die Trullis in Alberobello ansehen.
Daniela Walker — Google review
(Translated by Google) A wonderful place that takes you back to years gone by!
(Original)
Un posto meraviglioso che ti riporta negli anni passati!
Larion Ioan — Google review
(Translated by Google) Fantastic place, history and architecture mixed at the same time in a wonderfully evocative place
(Original)
Luogo fantastico ,storia e architettura mescolati contemporaneamente i un posto meravigliosamente suggestivo
armando saetta — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful place, very kind people, I also ate the ice cream and it was delicious, the shops are well stocked and very well set up with very kind and helpful staff, moderate prices... I recommend visiting it at least once...
(Original)
Posto bellissimo,gente molto gentile,ho mangiato anche il gelato ed é buonissimo,i negozi sono molto riforniti e molto ben allestiti con personale molto gentile e disponibile,prezzi modici...Consiglio di visitarlo almeno una volta...
adele zullo — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very pretty place, visited in barely 1 hour,
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Tres joli lieu parcoiru en 1h a peine,