Nafplio, Greece

Old Town Nafplio On Foot

City Highlights and Museum Visit Explore the charming seaside city of Nafplio and visit a local museum for insights into the region’s history. Meet your guide at the pier and set out on foot to explore the old town. Gaze upon the elegant neoclassical buildings that line the harbor, then proceed to Kapodistriou Park to see the statue of Theodoros Kolokotronis, a Greek independence leader who led the siege of the 18th-century Palamidi Fortress that towers over the city. Walk the narrow streets and see a succession of elegant Venetian houses before heading to one of the local museums. Explore with your guide and gain insight into Nafplion culture and the enduring heritage of past civilizations. After, you may choose to walk back to your ship or explore the old town further on your own, perhaps calling at one of its many cafés or seeking out a memento of your trip in the local shops. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.