Attractions

What to do

There are so many attractions in Greece it is impossible to list them all.For more information visit the official web site of the Greek Tourist Office  CLICK HERE

Places to visit in Greece

Athens, Peloponnese, Meteora, Clyclades, Crete, Ionian Islands, Dodecanese Islands, Northeastern Aegean Islands, Sporades and the Saronic Gulf Islands

When to visit (major events and festivals)

Gynaikratia on 8 January is a day of role reversal in villages in northern Greece. The Greek carnival season runs through February-March over the three weeks before the beginning of Lent, and features fancy dress, feasting, traditional dancing and general merrymaking.

Easter is the most significant festival in Greece, with candle-lit processions, feasting and fireworks displays.

There are numerous summer festivals across the country, the most famous being the Athens Festival (mid-June to end of August), which hosts’ drama and music in ancient theatres.