A historical town like Nafplion has countless sights worth a visit. Every visitor will be satisfied.
The Venetian fortress Bourtzi (Castello dello Soglio, 1471) is the landmark of the town. A tall octagonal tower surrounded by semicircular towers on a small island, reachable by boat from the port.
An imposing 18th-century Venetian fortress with eight bastions and 857 stairs. The Greek hero Theodoros Kolokotronis was imprisoned here. Breathtaking views from the top.
The ancient Acropolis of Nafplio, a rocky peninsula with three levels of fortifications extended by the Romans, Franks, Venetians and Turks.
The Bavarian Lion — Carved in a rock in 1936 by German sculptor Siggel.
Monument of D. Ypsilantis — Constructed in Vienna, placed in Constitution Square (1843).
Statue of Kapodistrias — By sculptor M. Tompros (1933). Greece's first government took its oath here.
Three-storey Venetian building (1713) with significant collections from the Prehistoric and Mycenaean periods.
