Things to do in Nafplio
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Antica Gelateria di Roma
Antica Gelateria di Roma 'Bongiorno - this is an Italian gelati shop!' announces Italian gelati maestro and maestra Marcello and Claudio Raffo as you enter their premises. That's just in case you didn't see and smell (and we'll bet, soon taste) the smorgasbord of the best (yes, best) traditional gelati outside Italy. And don't say we didn't warn you!
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Palamidi Fortress citadel
This vast and spectacular Palamidi Fortress citadel stands on a 216m-high outcrop of rock with excellent views down onto the sea and surrounding land. It was built by the Venetians between 1711-14, and is regarded as a masterpiece of military architecture. Within its walls stands a series of independent bastions, strategically located across the hill. The most important, and best preserved, is the western Agios Andreas Bastion, which stands at the top of the steps from town.
It was the home of the garrison commander, and it is named after the tiny church in the interior courtyard. There are wonderful views over the Akronafplia and the old town from the bastion walls.
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Akronafplia fortress
Rising above the old part of town, the Akronafplia fortress is the oldest of Nafplio's three castles, although there's much less to see here than at the other two forts. The lower sections of the walls date back to the Bronze Age. Until the arrival of the Venetians, the town was restricted to within its walls. The Turks called it İç Kale (meaning 'inner castle'). It was used as a political prison from 1936-56.
There's a lift up to the fortress from Plateia Poliko Nosokomiou at the western edge of town - look for the flags at the entrance of the tunnel leading to the lift. It heads up to a flash hotel complex from where you can access the fortress. The old gateway to the…
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National Gallery - Alexandros Soutzos Museum
Housed in a stunningly restored neoclassical building, this beautiful new gallery - an arm of the Athens National Gallery - displays works on the 1821 Greek War of Independence, including paintings of Greek painters Vryzakis and Tsokos, considered the most important painters of the post-war years. The paintings, a few sculptures and artefacts are divided according to themes: battles, dying heroes, victorious sea battles, consequences of war in everyday life and ideology of the Free State.
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Omorfi Poli
More upmarket than the neighbouring tavernas and well worth splurging the extra euro or two, the professional chef does gourmet wonders with Greek and Italian dishes to a changing menu (surprise!). If it's on offer, try to catch the farfalle with salmon. It has an excellent wine list with many local choices .
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Lathos
This quirky drinking hole is jam-packed with remote-controlled junkyard automata from moving tables to an arm clanging a cymbal. Depending on his mood, the DJ plays a haphazard mix of musical beats - perfect for jiving with your surroundings.
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Karathona Beach
If you're feeling energetic, you can follow a path east around the coast for about an hour to sandy Karathona Beach , at the far side of the Palamidi Fortress. The walk is extremely pretty, as should be the beach if it weren't for the litter.
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Classical Music Festival
Nafplio hosts a Classical Music Festival at some stage from late May to July featuring Greek and international performers. Venues used during the festival include the Palamidi Fortress and the Bourtzi.
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Peloponnese Folklore Foundation Museum
Nafplio's award-winning Peloponnese Folklore Foundation Museum is a beautifully displayed collection of folk costumes and household items from Nafplio's former times.
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war museum
The war museum traces Greece's military history from the War of Independence onwards through a collection of photographs, paintings, uniforms and assorted weaponry.
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O Pseiras
This no-nonsense taverna will get you out of your comfort zone (it's in the Prania region, west of town), with reasonable fare, fun hosts and occasional live music.
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Taverna Paleo Arhontiko
The 'Old Mansion' is popular for its reasonably priced hearty dishes. There's live music nightly in summer and on Friday and Saturday nights in winter.
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Archaeological Museum
At the time of research the Archaeological Museum was closed for renovation, but you'll no doubt view its lovely building on Plateia Syntagmatos.
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To Omorfo Tavernaki
Smaller servings of home-made delights in a convivial restaurant adorned with antique oddments. The mezedhes plate is especially good.
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Mezedopoleio O Noulis
This modest place serves a faultlessly fresh range of mezedhes. The tasting plate of 10 different morsels is a tasty lunch in itself.
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Arvanitia Beach
Arvanitia Beach is a small pebble beach just 10 minutes' walk south of town, tucked beside the Akronafplia fortress.
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Nektar & Amvrosia
Nikos 'the honey man' sells a delectable range of honey, produced using traditional methods. Sweet indeed.
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Museum of the Komboloi
More of a shop than a museum, it sells komboloï (worry beads), evil-eye charms and amulets.
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Karonis
Wine enthusiasts can find a fine selection of wines from all over the country, especially Nemean reds.
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Odyssey
Stocks international newspapers, maps, and a small selection of novels in English, French and German.
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Marinopoulos
Self-caterers will find a choice of supermarkets in Nafplio's new town, including Marinopoulos .
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Epi Skinis
The name means 'on stage'. The menu is less theatrical, but puts in an excellent performance.
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Echorama
A CD shop in the heart of the old town with a few internet terminals and fast connections.
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Arapakos
If you're feeling fishy, hook onto this upmarket morsel for quality seafood.
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To Enotio
Traditional and modern Greek shadow puppets are created and sold here.
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