The 20 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 8 guides that rank for "best places to visit in greece"
Named by 3 of 81. MykonosCyclades, GreeceKnown for a cosmopolitan feel, winding streets and busy nightlife.Described as the Greek counterpart to Ibiza, with many beaches and a traditional town.Best time to visit MykonosBest beaches in Mykonos
Named by 3 of 82. MeteoraThessaly, GreeceA UNESCO World Heritage Site of Eastern Orthodox monasteries perched on tall rock pillars in central Greece.Reachable by car or train, about 4 hours from Athens airport and 3 hours from Thessaloniki airport.
Named by 3 of 83. CreteGreeceLarge island with an international airport, good seashores and well-organized tourist services, suited to first-timers.Agios Nikolaos is 50 minutes by road from Heraklion airport, and October suits quieter beaches and warmer water.Best time to visit CreteBest beaches in CreteBest places to visit in Crete
Named by 3 of 84. CorfuIonian, GreeceOne of the most popular Ionian islands.Called probably the most beautiful island in Greece and one of the greenest, with Porto Timoni among its best beaches.Best time to visit CorfuBest beaches in Corfu
Named by 3 of 85. MycenaePeloponnese, GreeceIts Lion Gate, the citadel entrance with two carved lions, is one of the best-known symbols of ancient Greece.Listed among the most popular mainland archaeological sites.
Named by 2 of 87. AthensAttica, GreeceThe Acropolis, Parthenon, Agora and Temple of Olympian Zeus are the main historical sights.Mild weather all year, many museums, and close to the islands, which makes it easy for first-timers.Best time to visit Athens
Named by 2 of 88. MilosCyclades, GreeceWhite volcanic soil forms some of the most photogenic beaches in Greece.Sarakiniko Beach is known for smooth white rock that looks like the moon; a car and a boat trip both help.
Named by 2 of 89. ZakynthosIonian, GreeceIts beaches Navagio and others have ranked more than once among the best in the world.Cameo Island lies north of Zakynthos, 15 minutes by road from the airport.
Named by 2 of 810. KefaloniaIonian, GreeceIts beaches include Myrtos, one of the Ionian beaches ranked among the world's best.The village of Assos has colourful houses and is an hour's drive from Kefalonia airport.
Named by 2 of 811. SkiathosSporades, GreecePine trees meet the Aegean along its beaches.A traveler found good local food, late nightlife and many beaches, plus Mamma Mia screenings.
Named by 2 of 812. DelphiCentral Greece, GreeceAn ancient site on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, linked to oracles and myths.One of the main mainland archaeological destinations.
Named by 2 of 813. OlympiaPeloponnese, GreeceThe birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games.Ranked among the most popular mainland archaeological sites.
Named by 2 of 814. KosDodecanese, GreeceAmong the most popular Dodecanese islands.One writer found it touristy and underwhelming, and best used as a starting point thanks to its airport.
15. NaxosCyclades, GreeceIts west coast hardly gets crowded and runs into a beach of more than 9 km.Close to Paros but very different in character, with sandy beaches and whitewashed villages.
16. ParosCyclades, GreeceOffers a variety of beaches for different travelers.Island hopping is common among the Cyclades, which are close to each other and linked by ferry.
17. NafplioPeloponnese, GreeceA short bus ride from Athens in the Peloponnese; a poster stayed three days and enjoyed it.Close to Mycenae and other ancient sites.
18. AeginaSaronic, GreeceA short ferry ride from Piraeus, with a waterfront town, fishing villages, hiking and ancient sites.Home to the Temple of Aphaia, called the most intact Greek temple on any island.
19. RhodesDodecanese, GreeceA classic beach island with a big international airport and good tourist services.Best beaches in Rhodes
20. SymiDodecanese, GreeceA more low-key island than Mykonos or Santorini, with a stair climb above the bay.
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Named by 3 of 81. MykonosKnown for a cosmopolitan feel, winding streets and busy nightlife.Described as the Greek counterpart to Ibiza, with many beaches and a traditional town.Best time to visit MykonosBest beaches in Mykonos
Named by 3 of 82. MeteoraA UNESCO World Heritage Site of Eastern Orthodox monasteries perched on tall rock pillars in central Greece.Reachable by car or train, about 4 hours from Athens airport and 3 hours from Thessaloniki airport.Named by 3 of 83. CreteLarge island with an international airport, good seashores and well-organized tourist services, suited to first-timers.Agios Nikolaos is 50 minutes by road from Heraklion airport, and October suits quieter beaches and warmer water.Best time to visit CreteBest beaches in CreteBest places to visit in Crete
Named by 3 of 84. CorfuOne of the most popular Ionian islands.Called probably the most beautiful island in Greece and one of the greenest, with Porto Timoni among its best beaches.Best time to visit CorfuBest beaches in Corfu
Named by 3 of 85. MycenaeIts Lion Gate, the citadel entrance with two carved lions, is one of the best-known symbols of ancient Greece.Listed among the most popular mainland archaeological sites.Named by 2 of 86. SantoriniVolcanic scenery and sunsets; the village of Oia is known for caldera views at sunset.Named the top tourist destination in Greece and a good choice for first-timers.Best time to visit SantoriniBest beaches in SantoriniBest places to visit in Santorini
Named by 2 of 87. AthensThe Acropolis, Parthenon, Agora and Temple of Olympian Zeus are the main historical sights.Mild weather all year, many museums, and close to the islands, which makes it easy for first-timers.Best time to visit Athens
Named by 2 of 88. MilosWhite volcanic soil forms some of the most photogenic beaches in Greece.Sarakiniko Beach is known for smooth white rock that looks like the moon; a car and a boat trip both help.
Named by 2 of 89. ZakynthosIts beaches Navagio and others have ranked more than once among the best in the world.Cameo Island lies north of Zakynthos, 15 minutes by road from the airport.
Named by 2 of 810. KefaloniaIts beaches include Myrtos, one of the Ionian beaches ranked among the world's best.The village of Assos has colourful houses and is an hour's drive from Kefalonia airport.
Named by 2 of 811. SkiathosPine trees meet the Aegean along its beaches.A traveler found good local food, late nightlife and many beaches, plus Mamma Mia screenings.
Named by 2 of 812. DelphiAn ancient site on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, linked to oracles and myths.One of the main mainland archaeological destinations.
Named by 2 of 813. OlympiaThe birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games.Ranked among the most popular mainland archaeological sites.Named by 2 of 814. KosAmong the most popular Dodecanese islands.One writer found it touristy and underwhelming, and best used as a starting point thanks to its airport.
15. NaxosIts west coast hardly gets crowded and runs into a beach of more than 9 km.Close to Paros but very different in character, with sandy beaches and whitewashed villages.
16. ParosOffers a variety of beaches for different travelers.Island hopping is common among the Cyclades, which are close to each other and linked by ferry.
17. NafplioA short bus ride from Athens in the Peloponnese; a poster stayed three days and enjoyed it.Close to Mycenae and other ancient sites.
18. AeginaA short ferry ride from Piraeus, with a waterfront town, fishing villages, hiking and ancient sites.Home to the Temple of Aphaia, called the most intact Greek temple on any island.19. RhodesA classic beach island with a big international airport and good tourist services.Best beaches in Rhodes
20. SymiA more low-key island than Mykonos or Santorini, with a stair climb above the bay.
