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Exploring the Peloponnese with my family

I have heard so many nice things about the Peloponnese. My kids love Greek Mythology and my wife and I love wine. What is the best way to explore the Peloponnese with my family? Which places do you recommend? Thanks!

Your sources are so correct! The Peloponnese is a fantastic place for any family! It is a place with so many archaeological sites, 5/11 most kid-friendly UNESCO sites are in the Peloponnese.

  • Sanctuary of Asklepios at Epidaurus
  • Archaeological Sites of Mycenae and Tiryns
  • Archaeological Site of Mystras
  • Temple of Apollo Epicurius at Bassae
  • Archaeological Sites of Olympia

The best way to explore the Peloponnese is by car! We high recommend that you have a look at our SELF DRIVE TOUR (3 days)!

In general the highlights in the Peloponnese for families are:

Highlights of the Peloponnese

Some of the things to see with your family in the Peloponnese include:

  • Corinth
  • Nemea
  • Epidaurus
  • Mycenae
  • Nafplio
  • Kalamata
  • Ancient Olympia
  • Messene
  • Mystras
  • Monemvasia
  • Cave of Diros
  • Pylos
  • Methoni and Koroni Castles

There are also some amazing beaches i.e. imos Beach and Panagia Beach in Elafonissos, Foneas Beach in Kardamili or in Gytheio (Mavrovouni Beach or Valtaki Beach), Simos Beach and Panagia Beach in Elafonissos, Voidokilia Beach in Petrochori.

Also, some of the most beautiful castles in Greece are in the Peloponnese i.e. Mystras, Movemsavia, Palamidi, Methoni and Koroni.

If your kids love Percy Jackson, you should definitely visit Epidaurus and Olympia in the Peloponnese.