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28th of October - The 10 musts for a unique 3-day getaway in Nafplio

Bourtzi of Nafplio with Hellenic flag

Say "yes" to an unforgettable 3-day holiday in the incomparably beautiful Nafplio, on the occasion of the Greek National Day October 28th and enjoy the beauties, the walks, the nightlife and the events of the city...

Here are the 10 best ideas you can follow, to make the three days of your October 28th National Day's trip to Nafplio really special:

1

Take the tour of Arvanitia early in the morning of October 28th, admiring the unique view and hearing the bells of the churches ringing joyously.

Γύρος Αρβανιτιάς Ναύπλιο, Arvanitia walking path Nafplio
2

Grab a small flag and watch the march, that takes place along the 25th of March Avenue. Feel the national pride as students, scouts, clubs, armed forces and security forces units march in immaculate formations, with the participation of the Municipal Philharmonic.

εθνική επέτειος στρατιωτική παρέλαση, military parade on Greek National Day
3

Try the delicious autumn meat dishes (rooster, lamb, goat) or traditional Greek dishes (such as pies) and local cuisine in the city's excellent restaurants. In fact, fish is always a customary dish (such as cod with garlic or stuffed squid). Try them freshly prepared, in one of Nafplio's fish restaurants or taverns.
If you don't follow the customs or simply don't like seafood, there are plenty of options in the city -from handmade souvlaki and vegan delicacies to Greek, Mediterranean, Italian and even Chinese cuisine!

Kellari

53, Bouboulinas & Siokou str., Nafplio, GR 211-00
+30 27520 24932

O Roulis

Nafplio - Nea Kios Coastal road, GR 212-00 Dalamanara area
+30 27510 52006

Psarosavouras - Bounos Fish Tavern

77, Bouboulinas str., 211 00 Nafplio (Port)
+30 27520 27704
4

Pay a visit to the War Museum (22, Vasilissis Amalias Avenue) and definitely to Bourtzi -admission is free to the public on October 28th! Don't miss the opportunity to see the temporary exhibition "Myths and Symbols in Modern Greek Art", at the National Gallery - Annex of Nafplio (23 Sidiras Merarchias Street). It runs until March 30th 2025 - but note that it is closed on October 28th.

War Museum Nafplio, Πολεμικό Μουσείο Ναύπλιο
5

On Sunday evening, October 27th 2024, if you want to do something different, attend the musical performance "Sinatra with a twist" at the Fougaro Art Center (98 Asclepius Avenue).

6

Weather permitting, you can make your last swim of the year at Banières, Arvanitia or Karathona beach. Of course, if you belong to the "winter swimmers" category, you still have many more dives ahead of you!

Karathona beach Nafplio, παραλία Καραθώνα Ναυπλίου
7

If you are a lover of martial arts, come to the 16th Palamidio Martial Arts Championship, which will be held on 26 and 27 October 2024 at the Nafplio Municipal Gym, by Choy Lee Fut Greece.

8

Enjoy a coffee at one of the cafes in flag-draped Syntagma Square, with fresh doughnuts or delicious crêpes. Grab an ice-cream cone and stroll along Bouboulina promenade to the lighthouse as the sun sets, painting the landscape with magical hues.
In the evening, sip a cocktail at one of the cozy beachfront cafés or enjoy an excellent dinner at Valaora, overlooking the sea and Bourtzi.

Valaora

Miaouli coastline, Banieres point, Nafplio old town, GR 211-00
+30 698 9600 200

Xenon Café

Syntagma Square, 211 00 Nafplio (Old Town)
+30 27520 97580

3Sixty Café & Wine Bar

Vas. Alexandrou & Ferraiou Str., 211 00 Nafplio (Old Town)
+30 27520 28068

Kontogiorgos Café

3, Akti Miaouli, 211 00 Nafplio (Old Port)
+30 27520 28686
9

When exploring the old town, don't just stick to the central area, but take the alleyways and "dromoskales", and discover the old mansions and Byzantine churches of Psaromachala. The route and the view from above will reward you!

10

Last, but very crucial: Make sure you have secured your reservation in one of the city's luxury hotels, while you can also choose from restored mansions, elegant guesthouses or cozy guesthouses and villas on the green farms around Nafplio. 

For your best 3-day escape in Nafplio!...

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