What are your favorite Greek destinations?

[acamp7]

I’m curious — what are your top destinations in Greece?

I’ve been a few times and absolutely fell in love with the mix of ancient history, island beauty, and everyday village life. Athens will always have my heart (especially wandering through Plaka at night), but I’m hoping to plan another trip soon and want to explore beyond the usual spots.

If you could go back to one place in Greece tomorrow, where would it be? Bonus points if you share your favorite meal or local experience there!

My favorites so far: Crete, Santorini, Meteora, Thessaloniki - I have so much more to see.

 

[manos.roudas]

Athens has incredibly many things to do and see. Not to mention the Acropolis and the museums, the city center, the shopping streets, but also Mikrolimano in Piraeus, or Sounio, the Temple of Poseidon! My favourites are the nearby islands, such as Aegina and the islet of Moni that you can only visit by boat to see the wildlife. Favourite restaurants in Aegina is Skotadis and in the village of Perdika, Saronis for fresh fish!

 

[k_tsoukalas]

I’d go back to Nafplio in a heartbeat. It’s one of those towns that feels straight out of a painting. The old Venetian harbor, the pastel buildings, and the climb up to Palamidi Fortress (all 999 steps of it!) are unforgettable. Evenings there are magic — sitting at a café in Syntagma Square with live bouzouki music drifting through the air.

If you like a blend of charm, walkability, and local life without the crowds, Nafplio is a must. For island vibes, I’d pair it with Spetses. It's just an hour and a half away by water taxi (go to Kosta) - then the water taxi is just five minutes. Be careful, it's kind of intense!