Things to Do in Peloponnese (region)

There are 76 attractions in Peloponnese (region). Acrocorinth, fortified acropolis dominating the corinthian isthmus, is the most popular.

Most Popular By Name
Acrocorinth
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Acrocorinth
Fortified acropolis dominating the Corinthian isthmus
Archaeological Site
Epidaurus
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Epidaurus
Ancient theatre renowned for exceptional acoustics and sanctuary
Archaeological Site
Mycenae
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Mycenae
Mycenaean citadel famed for Lion Gate and tombs
Archaeological Site
Mystras
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Mystras
Byzantine fortified town with well-preserved ruins
Archaeological Site
Peloponnese
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Peloponnese
Southern Greek peninsula rich in ancient archaeological sites
Island
Tiryns
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Tiryns
Bronze Age archaeological site with cyclopean walls
Archaeological Site
Taygetus
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Taygetus
Mountain range forming Taygetos massif in Peloponnese
Mountains
Sicyon
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Sicyon
Ancient Greek city in the Peloponnese, classical ruins
Religious Site
Ancient Corinth
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Ancient Corinth
Ancient Greek city-ruins and archaeological site
Archaeological Site
Cape Matapan
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Cape Matapan
Greece's southern mainland cape with steep sea cliffs
Cape
Nemea
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Nemea
Ancient archaeological site and historic Greek wine region
Archaeological Site
Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
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Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
Ancient Greek theatre famed for exceptional acoustics
Archaeological Site
Mantinea
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Mantinea
Ancient Arcadian city, site of classical battles
Archaeological Site
Tegea
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Tegea
Ancient Arcadian city with significant archaeological remains
Archaeological Site
Elafonisos
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Elafonisos
Small Peloponnese island famed for turquoise waters, beaches
Island
Mount Kyllini
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Mount Kyllini
Greek mountain in the Peloponnese, mythic associations
Mountain
Treasury of Atreus
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Treasury of Atreus
Large Mycenaean tholos tomb near Mycenae
Monument
Cape Maleas
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Cape Maleas
Remote Peloponnesian cape known for treacherous seas
Cape
Lion Gate
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Lion Gate
Bronze Age gateway at Mycenae with relief lions
Monument
Diolkos
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Diolkos
Ancient paved trackway across Corinth Isthmus for ships
Archaeological Site
Messene
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Messene
Extensive ancient Greek archaeological site with classical ruins
Ruins
Phlius
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Phlius
Ancient Greek city-state with archaeological remains
Archaeological Site
Ithome
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Ithome
Ancient hilltop acropolis and stronghold in Messenia
Mountain
Sphacteria
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Sphacteria
Small Greek island noted for ancient naval battles
Island
Lerna
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Lerna
Archaeological site in Peloponnese linked to Greek myth
Ruins
Mount Parthenion
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Mount Parthenion
Mythic mountain associated with ancient Greek legends
Mountain
Franchthi Cave
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Franchthi Cave
Prehistoric cave site with Paleolithic to Neolithic remains
Cave
Pavlopetri
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Pavlopetri
Submerged Bronze Age town, earliest underwater archaeological site
Archaeological Site
Hexamilion wall
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Hexamilion wall
Byzantine defensive wall across the Isthmus of Corinth
Archaeological Site
Lake Stymphalia
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Lake Stymphalia
Mythic marshy lake in Peloponnese associated with Heracles
Lake
Mount Lykaion
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Mount Lykaion
Ancient sacred mountain associated with Zeus and rituals
Mountain
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Apidima Cave
Sea-cliff cave with ancient human fossils
Cave
Orchomenus (Arcadia)
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Orchomenus (Arcadia)
Ancient Arcadian city with archaeological remains
Archaeological Site
Palace of Nestor
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Palace of Nestor
Mycenaean palace ruins near Pylos, Bronze Age site
Archaeological Site
Asine
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Asine
Ancient coastal city and archaeological site in Peloponnese
Archaeological Site
Heraion of Argos
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Heraion of Argos
Ancient sanctuary of Hera near Argos, archaeological ruins
Archaeological Site
Mainalo
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Mainalo
Mountain massif in Arcadia, Peloponnese region
Mountains
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Amyclae
Ancient Lacedaemonian city near Sparta with ruins
Archaeological Site
Sapientza
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Sapientza
Small uninhabited Greek islet in Ionian Sea
Island
Bourtzi Castle
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Bourtzi Castle
Small fortress on harbor islet protecting Nafplio
Island
Temple of Athena Alea
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Temple of Athena Alea
Ancient sanctuary of Athena Alea in the Peloponnese
Archaeological Site
Greek pyramids
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Greek pyramids
Ancient pyramid-like structures of debated origin
Archaeological Site
Lycosura
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Lycosura
Ancient Arcadian city site with archaeological remains
Archaeological Site
Sanctuary of Artemis Orthia
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Sanctuary of Artemis Orthia
Ancient Spartan sanctuary dedicated to Artemis Orthia
Archaeological Site
Sanctuary of Asclepius, Epidaurus
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Sanctuary of Asclepius, Epidaurus
Ancient healing sanctuary with famous classical theater
Archaeological Site
Cleonae (Argolis)
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Cleonae (Argolis)
Ancient Argive city near Corinth with archaeological remains
Ruins
Dendra
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Dendra
Archaeological Mycenaean site with ancient chamber tombs
Archaeological Site
Midea (Argolid)
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Midea (Argolid)
Mycenaean citadel ruins in the Argolid plain
Archaeological Site
New Navarino fortress
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New Navarino fortress
Ottoman-Venetian fortress near Pylos, coastal stronghold
Fort
Alepotrypa Cave
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Alepotrypa Cave
Neolithic cave settlement with prehistoric burials
Cave
Cranae
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Cranae
Small islet off Peloponnese with lighthouse
Island
Isthmia (sanctuary)
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Isthmia (sanctuary)
Ancient sanctuary near Corinth, site of Isthmian Games
Archaeological Site
Larisa (Argos)
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Larisa (Argos)
Ancient fortified hilltop near Argos in Peloponnese
Castle
Old Navarino castle
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Old Navarino castle
Medieval fortress overlooking the Bay of Navarino
Castle
Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation
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Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation
Cultural museum preserving Peloponnesian folk costumes and artifacts
Museum
Phigalia
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Phigalia
Ancient Greek archaeological site with rock-cut temple
Archaeological Site
Proti Island
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Proti Island
Small Peloponnese island with sandy beaches
Island
Schiza
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Schiza
Uninhabited Greek islet in the Peloponnese archipelago
Island
Vaphio
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Vaphio
Bronze Age tombs near famous Vaphio Cups
Archaeological Site
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Pellene
Ancient Achaean city site in the northern Peloponnese
Archaeological Site
Pirene (fountain)
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Pirene (fountain)
Ancient Peloponnesian fountain associated with Greek mythology
Archaeological Site
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Psophis
Ancient Arcadian city ruins in the Peloponnese
Archaeological Site
Stymphalus (Arcadia)
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Stymphalus (Arcadia)
Ancient Arcadian town noted in Greek mythology
Archaeological Site
Archaeological Museum of Argos
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Archaeological Museum of Argos
Regional museum exhibiting artifacts from Argos and Peloponnese
Museum
Heraion of Perachora
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Heraion of Perachora
Ancient sanctuary of Hera overlooking Corinthian Gulf
Archaeological Site
Lechaeum
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Lechaeum
Ancient port area of Corinth in the Peloponnese
Archaeological Site
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Oligyrtos
Mountain range in the Peloponnese with limestone peaks
Mountain
Venetiko
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Venetiko
Small uninhabited islet off Peloponnese coast
Island
Ladon Lake
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Ladon Lake
Man-made lake in Peloponnese with hydroelectric dam
Lake
Lake Taka
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Lake Taka
Peloponnese lake with local ecological importance
Lake
Skiritida forest
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Skiritida forest
Peloponnese forest of oak and Mediterranean biodiversity
National Park
Early Christian Basilica of Lechaeum
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Early Christian Basilica of Lechaeum
Ruined early Christian basilica at ancient Lechaeum
Ruins
Military Museum of Kalamata
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Military Museum of Kalamata
Museum documenting military history and artifacts of Kalamata
Museum
Filiatra Eiffel Tower
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Filiatra Eiffel Tower
Small Eiffel Tower replica in Filiatra town
Monument
Archaeological Sites of Mycenae and Tiryns
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Archaeological Sites of Mycenae and Tiryns
Mycenaean citadels with monumental tombs and fortifications
Historical Site
Temple of Apollo Epicurius at Bassae
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Temple of Apollo Epicurius at Bassae
Well-preserved classical temple situated on a mountain slope
Historical Site