Greece

Nestled in southeastern Europe, Greece boasts the Mediterranean’s longest coastline, a forested interior, and around 6,000 islands. This ancient land is rich with history, from the iconic Acropolis temples and museums in Athens to the rock monasteries of Meteora and the ruins at Delphi, Olympia, and Crete’s Palace of Knossos. Visitors can explore the whitewashed villages of Mykonos and Rhodes, laze on sandy and pebble bays, and watch sunsets over Santorini’s caldera. The country also invites travelers to savor the slow pace of life, perhaps lingering at harborside tavernas or wandering through time-capsule villages.

Attractions in Greece

Perissa Beach, located about 20 minutes from Fira, the capital of Santorini, is a Blue Flag-awarded stretch of black sand. This idyllic spot offers a range of amenities, including beach […]

In the heart of Athens’ foodie district, the Central Market, also known as Varvakios Agora, has been a bustling hub since 1886. Locals flock here to stock up on fresh […]

The National Gardens of Athens, originally named after Queen Amalia, a German princess who reigned over the Kingdom of Greece in the 19th century, was commissioned by her and lovingly […]

Nestled in the heart of Greece, Meteora’s towering vertical cliffs have provided a sanctuary for spiritual contemplation for centuries. The first hermit monks settled in caves, but over time, 24 […]

Delphi, nestled on the southern slopes of Mt. Parnassus in Greece, has been a magnet for visitors since the eighth century BC. Pilgrims once journeyed here to seek counsel from […]

Nestled on the Athens Riviera, Lake Vouliagmeni is a natural wonder, a cliff-backed pool fed by mineral-rich underground springs. These springs maintain a balmy water temperature, averaging 71°F (20°C) even […]

Perched on the highest point of the southern half of Santorini, the Monastery of Profitis Ilias (Moni Profitou Iliou) was built in the early 18th century. The complex stands as […]

Akrotiri, a Bronze Age settlement on the island of Santorini in Greece, met its end around 1613 BC when a catastrophic volcanic eruption buried the town under a thick layer […]

Cape Sounion, perched on the southernmost tip of Attica, boasts a rich history dating back to 444–440 BC. The Temple of Poseidon, with its elegant white-marble columns, stands as the […]

Erected in the 2nd century AD to honor the Roman Emperor Hadrian, Hadrian’s Arch stands as a striking remnant of ancient Athens. Located on the ancient road between the Agora […]

Dramatically positioned on the coastal cliffs of Cape Sounion, the Temple of Poseidon is one of the most evocative sites of ancient Greece. Dedicated to Poseidon, the god of the […]

Syntagma Square, also known as Constitution Square, is a vast public plaza located in front of the Athens Parliament Building. This expansive space, adorned with gleaming white marble statues and […]

Set next to the ancient ruins of Delphi, the modern Delphi Archaeological Museum houses a rich collection of archaeological treasures. The museum showcases thousands of gifts and monuments donated to […]

Rising 909 feet (277 meters) above the urban expanse of Athens, Mt. Lycabettus, also known as Lykavittos, offers panoramic views that rival those of the city’s more famous hilltop sites, […]

Thirasia, once part of Santorini’s mainland until a violent volcanic eruption in 1650 BC, now stands as a serene islet just off the western coast of Santorini. This picturesque island, […]

Nestled beneath the volcanic, red-hued cliffs of Santorini, Amoudi Bay is a small, picturesque port that offers stunning views across to the rugged island of Thirasia and up to the […]

The Corinth Canal, a marvel of engineering, cuts through the narrow isthmus connecting mainland Greece to the Peloponnese peninsula, linking the Ionian and Aegean seas. At its deepest point, the […]

Since 1932, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier has stood in Athens’ Syntagma Square, a poignant tribute to Greek soldiers who perished in various conflicts. The monument features inscriptions of […]

Perched on a harbor in the middle of a wide bay, Mykonos Town, also known as Chora Mykonos, is a picturesque Cycladic town with a maze of narrow, winding streets. […]

Established in 1829, the Hellenic National Archaeological Museum in Athens stands as a repository of Greek artifacts from prehistory to the late classical period. Housed in an expansive neoclassical building, […]

The Athens Presidential Mansion, situated along the elegant Herodou Attikou Street, was originally a Royal Palace before being transformed into the Presidential Mansion following the overthrow of the Greek monarchy […]

Hadrian’s Library, a remarkable 2nd-century Roman ruin in Athens, stands as a testament to the city’s rich historical tapestry. Located beyond the Acropolis, this once-massive cultural center was lined with […]

Pnyx Hill, a rocky slope just west of the Acropolis in Athens, is steeped in history as the birthplace of democracy. As far back as the fifth century BC, Athenian […]

Standing tall above the Ancient Agora of Athens, the Tower of the Winds is a remarkable octagonal marble structure built during the first century BC by the Greek astronomer Andronicus […]

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