The best cities to visit in Greece

Greece is a mecca for tourists who come to the islands for their beaches, antiques and especially their cities. Many cities in Greece are famous and well known around the world, but there are some lesser known are well worth it. From Athens to Sparta, Delphi Heraklion, Greece cities offer a wide variety of culture, history and tourist accommodation in Greece. 

Athens 

Athens was named after the Greek goddess Athena. As the capital of Greece, is a common starting point for travelers. Dating back more than 3,000 years, Athens is one of the oldest cities in Europe, according to AthensGuide.com. A major attraction is the Acropolis of Athens in the south, which was the center of ancient civilization in Greece. The Acropolis is the Parthenon, a temple dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena. In Athens you can visit the Agora, or Central Market of Athens in the street Athinas to buy fruit, meat and vegetables from local farmers, according to AthensGuide.com. Or visit the site of the 2004 Olympic Games and the site of the first Olympics. From Athens, you can take historical tours or travel by ferry or plane to the many Greek islands or to other cities in the mainland of Greece. 

Heraklion 

Heraklion is the main town on the Greek island of Crete. With a population of 130,000, is a bustling city and the fourth largest in Greece, according to PlanetWare.com. In Heraklion you can visit many ancient sites such as the home of the Minoan civilization, or take the half-hour tour to see the ruins at Knossos. Kothris Heraklion houses the Museum of Modern Art and the Archaeological Museum Archanes. There is also just outside of Heraklion International Airport, making it easy for tourists in and out of Greece stopped. 

Piraeus 

The city of Piraeus is Greece's third largest, according to PlanetWare.com. Located near Athens, is the largest port in Greece. This is a common starting point for many travelers arriving by ship to Greece. Many ferries and private boats pass through this port en route to various Greek islands. Popular tourist attractions in Piraeus, according to PlanetWare.com include the Archaeological Museum of Piraeus, ruins of ancient boats bridges of Piraeus and the Greek Maritime Museum. 

Delphi 


Delphi is a Greek city known for its historical significance as the home of the Oracle, the most important shrine in ancient Greece, according to PBS.org, and the sanctuary of the Greek god Apollo, according to PlanetWare.com. The villa rests on Mount Parnassus, which offers opportunities for hiking in mountain and winter sports, according PlanetWare.com, and is two hours away by car from Athens in mountain roads. Local attractions include the archaeological and Delphi Museum and Sanctuary and Temple of Apollo.