Greece's Largest Cities

Considered the birthplace of Western Civilization, Athens' 3,500 year history is alive today in politics, culture, and philosophy.

Explore this awe inspiring citadel, home to numerous historic buildings, including the Parthenon. Its myths are equally phenomenal.

Explore the ancient lanes north of the Acropolis. It wasn't until the 19C that Athens really expanded beyond his historic center.

Home to all artifacts found at the Acropolis and its environs, this archaeological museum is comprehensive and inspirational.

Covering 38 acres, robust and exotic flora are punctuated by water features, a small zoo, and even ancient ruins in this 19C park.

Situated high above the Aegean, this 5C BC temple is a great fortress to explore, as are the beach and cafes at the base of its headland.

Learn about the Persian's defeat at this green mound in 490 BC by the vastly outnumbered Athenians.

One of the most vibrant neighborhoods in Athens features churches, historic houses, museums, ancient sites, and great nightlife.

Built in the 5C BC, this pure Ionic temple was restored in 1834 with many of its original stones and carvings.

At 900 ft, this summit offers unparalleled views of Athens. Walking is rewarding but not the only way to the top.

One of the world's most important museums, the collections span all of Greek civilization, with over 11,000 artifacts.

Nafplion welcomes visitors with its warm beaches, relaxing atmosphere, and well-preserved history.

Built in 1858, modern Corinth replaced earthquake-ravaged ancient Corinth. It is set between the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas.

Displaying Greek life from antiquity to today, this museum holds 40,000 artifacts, including icons, gems, paintings, and heirlooms.

This unique museum houses an exquisite collection of art from the ancient cultures of the Greeks, Cypriots, and Cyclades.

Critical preservation, restoration, and research projects are displayed in this museum, adding deeper insights into the Acropolis.

Transport yourself to Ancient Greece when visiting this 5C BC temple, which held some of Greece's holiest relics.

Mentioned as far back as the "Odyssey," this peak is visible throughout the city. With planning, it can be hiked or climbed, too.

Built on the site of ancient Sparta, today's city was designed in the 19C. It featurs a cosmopolitan flare and lively culture.

Home to over 25,000 objects, this world class museum boasts 3C-20C religious artifacts from all over the Greek world.

Costumes, rural life scenes, frescoes, and more are beautifully and meaningfully displayed in this excellent museum.

The collection in this museum is educational and interactive. In addition to the instruments, enjoy the numerous recordings.

A limestone mountain that overlooks Delphi and offers beautiful views of the surrounding olive groves and countryside.

Thessaloniki is both cosmopolitan and comfortable. Its modern culture merges well with its Roman and Byzantine history.

Walking the historic center will take you to numerous sites of interest, including ancient landmarks and outdoor cafes.

Well displayed in a 20C building, the statues, ceramics, precious metal art, and more are splendid and comprehensively arranged.

Almost unremarkable on the outside, this must see 5C church's interior is laden with intense 12C frescoes and superb mosaics.

The reasons for building this 4C structure are unclear. Known as St. George Church, it is a highly revered early Christian church.

A beautiful lake, situated at an altitude of 630 meters, with a peninsula cutting through it, dividing the lake in two.

Overlooking Lake Orestiada, Kastoria easily weaves together its Byzantine and Ottoman roots with a modern, lively atmosphere.

With exhibits dating from the Early Byzantine period to Turkish occupation, this museum is comprehensive with invaluable artifacts.

Dating to the 4C, these massive fortifications have seen additions throughout the centuries by the Byzantines, Turks and Venetians.

Focused on Macedonian culture, this museum holds more than 15,000 items, from textiles and costumes to tools and weaponry.

This 15C bathhouse gives an excellent sense of what it must have been like to use. Remarkably, it was used for over 500 years.

A mountain town with a unique commercial history, Mestovo has year-round activities, enhanced by its specialty wines and cheeses.

Six monasteries built on sandstone pillars make up one of the most important complexes of the Greek Orthodox Church in Greece.

In addition to its compelling temporary exhibits, this museum has more than 2,000 works of all media by Greek and foreign artists.

Celebrating the defeat of the Persians, this 4C arch as a whole is remarkable. Examining its sculptures is equally captivating.

This 7C church, mostly restored, has a treasured dome, original mosaics, and an excellent square from which to admire it.

Set on the banks of Lake Pamvotis, Ioannina remains a city of culture, commerce, and enlightenment despite its turbulent history.

Clinging to the mountainside are the homes and shops of Makrinitsa, a village of intense beauty and relaxation on Volos Bay.

Delphi exceptionally combines fascinating myths, archaeological landmarks, and modern-day amenities in a mesmerizing landscape.

Dedicated to the Oracle of Delphi, this museum holds priceless artifacts such as the Charioteer, the omphalos, and gold and silver.

When not trekking through archaeological gems, relax in this lively historic center with plenty of sites and activities.

The ruins of this temple date back to 4C BC, which was built on the site of a 6C BC temple to Apollo.

A limestone mountain that overlooks Delphi and offers beautiful views of the surrounding olive groves and countryside.

Situated high above the Aegean, this 5C BC temple is a great fortress to explore, as are the beach and cafes at the base of its headland.

Learn about the Persian's defeat at this green mound in 490 BC by the vastly outnumbered Athenians.

Built in 1858, modern Corinth replaced earthquake-ravaged ancient Corinth. It is set between the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas.

Considered the birthplace of Western Civilization, Athens' 3,500 year history is alive today in politics, culture, and philosophy.

Explore this awe inspiring citadel, home to numerous historic buildings, including the Parthenon. Its myths are equally phenomenal.

Explore the ancient lanes north of the Acropolis. It wasn't until the 19C that Athens really expanded beyond his historic center.

Home to all artifacts found at the Acropolis and its environs, this archaeological museum is comprehensive and inspirational.

Situated high above the Aegean, this 5C BC temple is a great fortress to explore, as are the beach and cafes at the base of its headland.

Learn about the Persian's defeat at this green mound in 490 BC by the vastly outnumbered Athenians.