1. Fill up on history in Athens
Athens mixes eras and styles to form a city as eclectic as it is fascinating. The capital has many museums as well as exceptional archaeological sites. Among them: the Acropolis and the Pantheon (which is part of one of the seven wonders of the ancient world), the ancient agora, the Olympic stadium and the famous temple of zeus. It's a real trip to Antiquity that awaits you here!
2. Hiking in the heart of Meteora
At the heart of the Thessaly plain, Meteora is one of the country's most impressive natural sites. Take the many walking trails and evolve amidst the breathtaking rock formations and ancient monasteries, built from 14 th to 16 th century.
3. Go back to Antiquity in Delphi
Delphi is the most important archaeological site in all of Greece. Entirely dedicated to the god Apollo, it houses the remains of a theater, a fountain, a temple and a sacred way which have earned it a UNESCO World Heritage List.
4. Climb to the top of Mount Athos
In Macedonia, Mount Athos is the most sacred mountain in the country. Perched at an altitude of 2000 meters, it houses a community of 2000 monks reclusive in a multitude of Orthodox monasteries. The monks having taken a vow of chastity, unfortunately women do not have access to this exceptional place.
5. Rest in the Cyclades
The Cyclades archipelago represents a real little paradise on earth with its magnificent islands emerging from the Mediterranean. A perfect place to spend a relaxing vacation! Those of Mykonos and Ios are particularly famous for their festive side. And that of Santorini for its sandy beaches and especially for its landscapes and its world famous sunsets. Finally, less known, the island of Tinos is a Mecca of Greek traditions and Pilgrimage that will delight travelers in search of discoveries off the beaten track to meet local traditions.
6. Appreciate the architecture of Thessaloniki
On the edge of the Aegean Sea, the port city of Thessaloniki is home to a grandiose architectural heritage through which many influences shine through. The monuments, sometimes Roman, sometimes Ottoman and sometimes Byzantine, follow one another without ever resembling each other.
7. Enjoy nature in Rhodes
In the east of the country, the largest island of the Dodecanese, Rhodes, is reputed to have housed one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World: the Colossus. Today, people come here mainly for its mountains covered with forests, its walking paths and its small wild coves.
8. Explore the Vikos Gorge on foot
In northern Greece, the Vikos Gorge is the largest canyon on the European continent with their 1000 meters deep. A walking path has been built over a dozen kilometers, allowing you to discover immense cliffs and abundant vegetation.
9. Immerse yourself in authentic Greece in Corfu
Corfu is one of the most beautiful islands in the country with its steep coves and forested mountains. It is also one of the most authentic since time seems to have stood still there. Visit the quaint little villages and walk the cobbled streets of the old town, without missing the inland area and its natural gems.
10. Meet the gods in Olympia
The site of Olympia hosted, in Antiquity, the Olympic Games organized in honor of Zeus. Today, only ruins remain, but these allow us to get an idea of the importance of the event at the time.
Visit Greece: Practical Sheet
Population, language, currency, visa… The essentials to know!
Population: 10.77 million inhabitants
Language: Greek
Currency: euro
Time difference: 1 hour more than in France
Visa: You don't need a visa, or even a passport if you are a citizen of the Schengen area.
When is the best time to visit Greece?
Spring and autumn are the two best seasons to go to Greece because the temperatures are pleasant and the tourist influx is much less than in summer. You can alternate between hikes and beaches, visits to museums and ancient sites, excursions to Crete or the Ionian islands, without suffering too much from the heat.