Activities in
Tolo & Nafplion
What to Do in the Nafplion area
The area surrounding Nafplio & Tolo offers an array of different and interesting activities to engage in! Being a popular tourist destination there are many activities in Nafplio available for all ages and interests. Explore the ancient sites and see ancient temples & theatres, do watersports on the beach of your choosing or take a tour of the museums in Nafplio's Old Town. If you are a more adventurous types go on a hike in the Greek countryside, try rock climbing in the Argolida with many spots that are already prepared or go kite surfing in Nea Kios beach. There is something for everyone no matter your interests!.
Watersports
Watersports in Nafplio & Tolo
Spend an exciting day on the beach!
You can find watersports in Tolo on the Psili Ammos beach & in Nafplio at the Karathona beach and it is an exciting and exhilirating way to spend your day on the beach. Take watersports lessons for begginers, like water skii, windsurf etc or if you are more experienced simply enjoy the waves. Watersports can also be a family activity, rent a peadloe and have fun in Tolo bay or explore the sea in Karathona or go on a banana or ringo ride for a little more excitement.
Scuba Diving
Scuba Diving in Nafplio & Tolo
Dive under the surface and explore.
Scuba diving is available in Tolo beach and in Nafplio's Karathona beach and a number of other location in the Argolida. Explore the sea under the surface, meet this world at a different depth and enjoy the adventure of scuba diving in Nafplio & Tolo. Scuba diving is available for novices and experienced divers with all necessary equipment on-site with training and also the ability to get your own diver's license.
Sailing
Rent a Sailing Boat in Tolo
Sail in the Argolic Gulf and create your adventure.
Tolo is an ideal place to spend a day at sea, sailing around the islands of Tolo, Romvi, Koronisi & Daskalio or venturing even further! Take a half day, full day on a sailing boat in Tolo with your family & friends, take in the sun and air of Greece, and enjoy snacks and drinks. Feeling more adventurous? Go on a multi-day trip to the islands of the Argosaronic and explore these authentic Greek islands.
Cruises
Go on a One-day Cruise from Tolo
A great way to explore a little more of Greece.
If you are looking for a way to see a little more in the Nafplio area, embark on a full day cruise from Tolo to the Argosaronic islands. A cruise from Tolo harbour to the islands of Hydra & Spetses is a family friendly activity also great for all ages and group sizes. Explore the islands at every stop, take time to swim in beautiful beaches and taste local traditional food in traditional Greek islands or take a night cruise from Tolo to Nafplio and back, enjoy the views of the town and the night, summer sky.
Wine Tasting in Nemea
Winetasting in Nafplio & Tolo
Get a taste of Greek Winemaking.
The area of Nemea is famous for making wine since ancient Greece and still holds great prestige. Visit one of the local wineries learn about the winemaking process, take a tour of the vineyards and taste wonderful wines produced in the area of Nemea. Many of the Nemean wineries are family owned which adds a touch of character to the story and the taste of each wine. Contact us to arrange a wine tasting excursion in Nemea, taste the Agiorgitiko variety (P.D.O.) unique to the area.
Ouzo Tasting
Ouzo Museum & Distillery
Meet & Taste the Greek spirit Ouzo.
Visit a long-standing family distillery in the Nafplio area, learn about the ouzo making proccess, the distilation and ingredients used to make this Greek trademark. Take a tour of the Ouzo Museum in Nafplio, a unique museum in the Argolida area, taste locally produced spirits and liqueurs and learn more about Greek tradition.
Explore the Sites
Visit ancient sites in Nafplio & Tolo
Nafplio & Tolo the Perfect Base to Explore from.
The area around Nafplio & Tolo is filled with historical monuments, the Argolida it has been inhabited since ancient times and has many interesting and important sites to offer, from the archaeological site of ancient Mycenae to the world famous Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus to the neoclassical architecture of the Old Town of Nafplio there is something for everyone! Visit historic buildings in Nafplio, see statues of important figures in Nafplio or explore the areas history by visiting the numerous sites around.
Nafplio Museums
Visit Museums in Nafplio & Argos
See the Number of Museums in Nafplio.
Due to the area's historic importance there are a number of museums in Nafplio and particularly in the centre of Nafplio's Old Town. Stroll in the narrow streets and find the museums at walking distance from each other. See the Archaeological Museum in Syntagma Squarem housing objects from archaeological sites in the area, visit the War Museum and learn about Greece's military history, go to the Folklore Museum to learn about the local traditions and everyday life of Greek in the Argolida, see Argos' uniqua Byzantine Museum and many more. Visit our page dedicated to Museums in the Area to learn more.
Horse Riding
Ride on Horseback and Explore the Area
See Villages, Beaches and Trails on Horseback.
Horse riding in the Nafplio area can be an amazing experience. Ride with an instructor that will guide you through the proccess and whether a novice or an experienced rider the paths are sure to make you see the Argolida in a different light. See places of natural beauty not accessible by car and explore villages close to Nafplio and Tolo in a special way. Horse riding is an activity in Nafplio available for all ages and a great experience bringing you closer to nature.
Rock Climbing
Explore and Have an Adventure in Nature
Rock Climbing in Nafplio & the Argolida.
Rising in popularity, rock climbing is a sport on the rise in the Argolida and the Peloponnese. It is an exciting and adventurous way to explore the natural settings and get to know Greece in a more unusual way! There are some popular rock climbing spots in the Peloponnese and some in close proximity to Nafplio while Nafplio also offers a couple of spot with cleats and hooks already placed for ease of access and availability.
Kite Surfing
Kite Surfing in Nafplio, Nea Kios
Ride the Waves & Tame the Sea.
Kite surfing is an extreme sport popular in the Nafplio area and specifically in the town of Nea Kios, only a few kilometres from Nafplion. Whether an experienced or novice rider the kite surfing school in Nea Kios will provide all the necessary equipment and lessons if needed for you to go on an exhilirating adventure!
Greek Gastronomy
Greek Food & Mediterranean Cuisine
Experience the Culture of Greece.
Nafplio's Old Town and Tolo beach are filled with small, traditional Greek restaurants that serve classic Greek cuisine in the most authentic of settings. Visit Nafplio, stroll through the Old Town and find the taverna or restaurant that pleases your senses or ask us for recommendations for where to eat in Nafplio or Tolo. Another way to experience Greek cuisine is to take a Greek cooking lesson in Nafplio, learn how to make traditional Greek dishes, prepare them and then taste your creation!
Walking & Hiking
Walking in Nafplio & Tolo
Walk or Hike Through the Countryside.
Take a walk through graphic, village streets of Argolida and enjoy the beauty of the Greek countryside. Alternatively you can take a hike and get closer to nature, exploring the area on foot and experiencing the trails in Argolida, wonder at wild flowers and feel fit while admiring the Mediterranean landscape.
Cycling
Cycling in Nafplio & Tolo
Ride a Bike in the scenes of Tolo or Nafplio.
Cycling is a popular and fun activity in the Nafplio area and the streets of Tolo, take your bike to the beach or explore the area on a bicycle, keeping yourself fit while visiting villages in the area. An ideal activity in Tolo for all ages providing an engaging way of moving between destinations and a unique way of getting to know the area. Reach places that a car can't access all while feeling te benefits of exercise!
Nafplio Train or Bus Tour
See the town of Nafplio in a different way
Tour Nafplio in a Bus or Train.
Nafplio offers numerous ways to explore the town and see the interesting sites. Take a train tour through some of Nafplio's most famous monuments, see the Old Town and it's historic buildings while relaxing and admiring the sites. Another interesting way to go about town is to get the tour bus, an open roof bus that take you from site to site and with an all day pass you can hop off at the sites that interest you explore and then hop on the next bus for a new place or monument in Nafplio.
