Top Things to do in West Greece
Things to do in West Greece, West Greece: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in West Greece, Greece including Hermes by Praxiteles, Klio's Honey Farm, Topos Thysias, Pyrgos Petzemeon, Archaeological Site of Olympia, Roman Odeon, Rio-Antirrio Bridge (Charilaos Trikoupis), The Venetian Castle of Nafpaktos, Agia Lavra Monastery, Mega Spileo Monastery.
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1. Hermes by Praxiteles
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5.0 based on 387 reviews
Reviewed By GwensGramma - Durham, United States
It is incredible that this beautifully carved statue has survived the centuries and we can gaze on it today. It was carved during the Classical period of Greek sculpture in the 4th century B.C. Hermes is holding the baby Dionysus and it is a work of true beauty.
2. Klio's Honey Farm
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5.0 based on 347 reviews
On my farm in Ancient Olympia, from which my grandparents made their living, and today is the basis of my own agricultural activities, you'll enjoy Greek hospitality. You will walk into our cool garden with trees and vegetables. I will guide you through my private collection, where I'll show you the secrets of honey production and other agricultural products from both past and present. Finally you will taste the products of my little farm and traditional sweets with honey from my bees, which with the help of my mother, will be prepared in front of you. Klio the beekeeper
Reviewed By rosalies869 - Utrecht, The Netherlands
Learned a lot about bees, honey making and greek tradition. Klio welcomed us as family and fed us delicious treats, and even had something special for me (being gluten intolerant). A must-do on every trip to Olympia!
3. Topos Thysias
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5.0 based on 76 reviews
on the hill of Kapi, located 500 meters from the center, on the road to Ski Center
Reviewed By slamerson
This is a memorial to the men who were killed by the Nazi's during WWII. All of the men over 12 were marched out to the hillside and shot. Don't miss the museum in the center of town which is dedicated to this event.
4. Pyrgos Petzemeon
5. Archaeological Site of Olympia
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4.5 based on 3,911 reviews
Reviewed By andrewbT6830DR - London, United Kingdom
We had a guide who explained about the site very interesting learning all about the site the museum is very interesting The running track is impressive seeing where the Olympic flame is lit is interesting had to YouTube as did not realised the flame is lit and transported to the intended site were the olympics are taking place Well worth a visit
6. Roman Odeon
7. Rio-Antirrio Bridge (Charilaos Trikoupis)
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4.5 based on 378 reviews
Reviewed By K521SJmaryd
Other than driving over it and viewing it from a distance, it doesn't require a lot of participation. It is a beautiful bridge that the Greece's are rightfully proud of creating. It makes travel to and from the Pelopennese much easier.
8. The Venetian Castle of Nafpaktos
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4.5 based on 285 reviews
Free castle with nice view and a lot of history.
Reviewed By amX1021ZF - Reading, United Kingdom
You can reach the castle from the town by different routes but all are quite intriguing and steep! The castle is kept in reasonable condition but once at the ramparts, keep hold of children as there is nothing in place to stop them from falling over the walls! There is a guide if you need help and also a small chapel at the top. The castle has been rebuilt many times and extended by the Venetians when occupied by them. It has various levels of defences up the hill. It would be nice to have a cafe for refreshments as it is thirsty work climbing up to and in the castle grounds so don't forget to bring water bottles with you. It takes around 30 minutes by foot to travel from the town harbour to the castle entrance or 5 to 10 minutes by car. Views from the ramparts are spectacular.
9. Agia Lavra Monastery
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4.5 based on 179 reviews
Reviewed By SaintClair1986 - Athens, Greece
The monastery is dedicated to the hero of Greek resistance Petmezas, whose personal belongings you can see in the museum.. Highly recommend.
10. Mega Spileo Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 327 reviews
Reviewed By Billie_Gin - Athens, Greece
Historic place with a lot of people everyday. Nice view of the valley and a lot of things to see inside and outside of the church.
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