Whether you’re looking to experience the sensational beauty of the turquoise waters of the Ionian or simply catch the perfect sunset over the Aegean with a cooling Mediterranean breeze in your hair, European breaks don’t get any better than a trip to Greece. If you’re planning a Greek vacation with your friends or heading off on an idyllic family escape, with so much to see and do in Greece, we’ve hand-picked three must-see destinations in our essential Greece vacation guide for you to follow.
Our first port of call on our impressive shortlist of things to do on a vacation to Greece has to be to visit the fabulous Greek island of Zakynthos, also known as Zante. Without a doubt, one of the best places to visit in Greece, the island of Zakynthos is situated within the Ionian Sea and is famed for its azure seas that gently break along its sun-kissed sandy beaches.
Renowned for its incredible array of jaw-dropping shorelines, this Greek island’s star attraction has to be the cove beach of Navagio – often described as one of the best beaches in the world. Uniquely accessible only by boat, Navagio Beach is not only encircled by the rugged cliffs that tower over it, but it also makes for a serene spot for sunbathing and swimming, as well as a fantastic chance to explore its iconic “Panagiotis” shipwreck that remains exposed on the sand.
In addition to the terrific beaches at this top Greek vacation destination, of all the Greek islands, Zante also happens to be a vital nesting ground for the Mediterranean’s endangered loggerhead sea turtles in Laganas Bay within the National Marine Park of Zakynthos. However, Zakynthos is also one of the best islands to visit in Greece to sample the nation’s favorite culinary delicacy, olive oil – a treat you can sample when you tour the superb, award-winning Therianos Family Organic Farm.
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Our next dazzling hotspot to visit in Greece provides a heady mix of sandy beaches, breathtaking landscapes, and an abundance of historical and cultural heritage landmarks, known best as Andros Island. Symbolically capturing the true essence of an authentic Greek vacation, Andros Island has something for everyone, which is why it easily makes it onto our shortlist of the best places to visit in Greece.
As the most northerly Greek island in the Cyclades, Andros Island has countless wonderful hiking routes that incorporate not just the panoramic mountain scenery, but that also guide you through the radiant valleys, as well as the freshwater springs and waterfalls found throughout the island. Adding to the allure of Andros Island, its coastline is also adorned with pristine beaches such as Golden Sand and Achla, alongside the numerous striking cliff formations that dramatically fall away into the Aegean Sea below.
Andros also happens to be one of the most culturally significant of all the Greek islands, with its millennia-old historical artifacts available for all visitors to the island to see. Some of the finest examples of which can be found at the Museum of Contemporary Art Andros and the Archaeological Museum of Chora, Andros, where visitors are encouraged to explore the magnificent collections that showcase thousands of years of Greek history and art.
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A vacation to Greece just wouldn’t be complete without visiting the ethereal city of Athens, home to world-famous ancient landmarks including the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Temple of Olympian Zeus. Also the birthplace of the Modern Olympic Games, Athens is ideal for those in search of the quintessential Greece vacation, as the Greek Capital’s attractions include sun-drenched beaches as well as fascinating strolls around the city’s ancient ruins and historical neighborhoods.
Considered the pinnacle bucket list item of places to visit in Greece, Athens’ most celebrated attraction is the UNESCO World Heritage site, otherwise called the ancient citadel of the Acropolis. To truly appreciate this amazing wonder of the world, be sure to join the marvelous team at Acropolis Tickets&Tours for their skip-the-line access around this culturally significant Greek attraction, which also includes walking amongst the ruins of the Parthenon temple.
Finally, it’s a well-known fact that authentic Greek vacations should always include savoring the mouthwatering seafood caught fresh from the Mediterranean, and for us, no one does this better in Athens than the top-notch chefs at Alykes Restaurant. Then, to top the night off in style, be sure to head down to Brettos Plaka, Athens’ oldest distillery, to sample their epic cocktails, as well as its popular Greek drinks, tsipouro and ouzo.
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