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dimi_pat

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I know, it's fun to visit the major places in Greece, but I also want to start exploring some of the more obscure places - the beautiful parts of Greece that tourists tend to overlook. I have been asking around and people have told me the following:

1. Go to Greece in an off peak time, like in the winter. Maybe even try skiing!
2. Visit a monastery or two while in Greece - they tend to be quieter.
3. Head to places like Naxos where you can enjoy a Greek island without all the crowds.

I open open to more suggestions! Other islands people mentioned were Delos (I think this has to be a day trip) and Tinos. The places you recommend don't have to be islands - I am open to anything.
 
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dimi_pat said:
I know, it's fun to visit the major places in Greece, but I also want to start exploring some of the more obscure places - the beautiful parts of Greece that tourists tend to overlook. I have been asking around and people have told me the following:

1. Go to Greece in an off peak time, like in the winter. Maybe even try skiing!
2. Visit a monastery or two while in Greece - they tend to be quieter.
3. Head to places like Naxos where you can enjoy a Greek island without all the crowds.

I open open to more suggestions! Other islands people mentioned were Delos (I think this has to be a day trip) and Tinos. The places you recommend don't have to be islands - I am open to anything.
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I think you are on the right track with this line of thinking! But even in larger islands, like Crete, the island is so big that there are "out of the way" places on that islands alone. Same goes for Athens - there are the touristy areas but there some sections that are more out of the way that are worth exploring.
 
I have always wanted to see Greece in the winter. Apparently, there's even a ski resort within driving distance of Athens? I think that if I went in winter, I would stay in or near Athens - it seems like there would be more options.
 
Paros, Naxos and definitely Delos.
 
dimi_pat said:
I know, it's fun to visit the major places in Greece, but I also want to start exploring some of the more obscure places - the beautiful parts of Greece that tourists tend to overlook. I have been asking around and people have told me the following:

1. Go to Greece in an off peak time, like in the winter. Maybe even try skiing!
2. Visit a monastery or two while in Greece - they tend to be quieter.
3. Head to places like Naxos where you can enjoy a Greek island without all the crowds.

I open open to more suggestions! Other islands people mentioned were Delos (I think this has to be a day trip) and Tinos. The places you recommend don't have to be islands - I am open to anything.
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Paros and Naxos these days get super busy in the peak months. Go any other time and you won't have a problem. Athens is another great place to stay and enjoy the Greek lifestyle. Stay away from the touristy places like Plaka and Monastiraki with the trashy tourist shopping. Explore other inner city suburbs like Pangrati, Thiseio, Exarcheia etc. Don't go during August as many shops in these areas will be closed as Greeks head out to the villages and islands. My daughters are in Athens during winter this year and it is busier than ever so definitely a winter destination with lots to do.
Another island you might like to consider that is more out of the way is Ikaria. Amazing natural beauty and the best food I have had in all of Greece!
 
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