Nafplio Old Town
Nafplio, Greece
A harbour town of Venetian and neoclassical houses, bougainvillea and car-free lanes around Syntagma Square. Park near the waterfront, wander on foot and stay for an evening stroll along the seafront.
Nafplio, on the coast of the Argolid, was the first capital of modern Greece until 1834. Ioannis Kapodistrias arrived here in January 1828 and made the town the seat of government in 1829; in 1834 King Otto moved the capital to Athens. Venice acquired Nafplio in 1388 and expanded and fortified the town, including Acronauplia; the Ottomans took it in 1540. The Palamidi fortress was built by the Venetians between 1711 and 1714.
The old town has kept its Venetian character. The fortresses of Palamidi and Acronauplia rise above it, and the island fortress of Bourtzi sits in the harbour. The lanes are easy to explore on foot; allow half a day to a full day for the old town, more if you visit the fortresses. Evenings by the water and in the lanes are usually more pleasant than the midday heat. Park on the edge of the old town and continue on foot.
- Nearest town
- Nafplio, Greece
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 37.5673, 22.8003
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, September and December. Hot in July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Greece: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- SunsetCampsite7 km from Nafplio Old TownWi-Fi
- Camping AstrosCampsite15 km from Nafplio Old TownTentsCaravans
- Camping ScalaCampsite16 km from Nafplio Old TownTentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Κάμπιγκ ΠοσειδώνCampsite18 km from Nafplio Old TownTentsCaravansShowersToilets
- Iria Beach CampingCampsite19 km from Nafplio Old TownTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowedWi-Fi
- ThireaCampsite19 km from Nafplio Old TownTentsCaravansShowersToiletsWi-Fi
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FAQs
Where is Nafplio Old Town?
Nafplio Old Town is in Nafplio, Greece, at GPS 37.5673, 22.8003. It is about 84 km from Kalamata.
Can you camp near Nafplio Old Town?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Sunset, about 7 km away; within 25 km there are 17 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Nafplio Old Town?
Places worth a stop nearby: Palamidi Fortress (1 km), Mycenae (19 km), Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus (25 km) and Ancient Nemea (28 km).
When is the best time to visit Nafplio Old Town?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, September and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)