Nafplio
Bourtzi Fortress
Bourtzi Fortress is a fortress in the Argolic Gulf, in Nafplio. It is listed as a fortress and is open to visitors every day from 9:00 to 21:00. The site sits i…
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Castles and Forts in the Peloponnese, Greece, for Events
Castles and forts in the Peloponnese, Greece, offer historic settings for events. This collection includes Palamidi Fortress in Nafplio, Old Navarino Fortress at Pylos, Bourtzi in the Argolic Gulf, Kalamata Castle, and Astros Castle in Arcadia. Listed opening hours, access, and event policies differ by site, so planners should compare each property's details and contact venues directly for private bookings or group events.
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Petrochori
Old Navarino Fortress (Palaiokastro)
The Old Navarino Fortress, known in Greek as Palaiokastro, is a fortress and tourist attraction at Pylos Nestor. It was built by the Franks in the 13th century …
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Nafplio
Palamidi Fortress
Palamidi Fortress is a Venetian fortress in Nafplio, listed as a fortress, castle and tourist attraction. It stands on a hilltop above the sea, and 857 steps le…
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Androusa
Castle of Androusa
The Castle of Androusa is a castle located in Androusa, in the Messinia region, at the address Androusa 240 13. It is a heritage site open around the clock, eve…
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Methoni
Methoni Castle
Methoni Castle is a Venetian castle dating from the 13th century, set on a rocky cape. Its features include an arched bridge and an old prison. The site is loca…
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Kato Chora
Acropolis & Fortification of the Castle City of Mystras
The Acropolis and fortification of the castle city of Mystras, a castle site in Kato Chora. It is a heritage site that visitors can explore, with the acropolis …
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Paralio Astros
Astros Castle
Astros Castle is a castle site in Paralio Astros, in the Arcadia region of the Peloponnese. It is listed as a castle and is open around the clock, every day of …
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Argos
Castle of Argos (Larissa)
The Castle of Argos (Larissa) is a castle and fortress in Argos, at Castle of Larissa, Argos 212 00. It is listed as a tourist attraction and a castle/fortress.…
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Greece
Castle of Geraki
The Castle of Geraki is a castle and tourist attraction in Evrotas. It is a heritage site that visitors can visit, and it is open daily from 8:30 to 15:30.
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Kalamata
Kalamata Castle
Kalamata Castle is a ruined 13th-century fortress on a hilltop in Kalamata, listed as a castle and tourist attraction. From the site there are views over the ci…
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Monemvasia
Kanoni Kato Polis Monemvasias
Kanoni Kato Polis Monemvasias is a historic landmark in Monemvasia, in the region of Laconia, at the address Monemvasia 230 70. It is listed as a historic attra…
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Pylos
Niokastro Pylou (New Navarino Castle)
Niokastro Pylou, also known as New Navarino Castle, is a castle in Pylos, at Tsamadou, Pylos 240 01. It is listed as a castle, a historic site that visitors can…
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Nemea
Polyfeggous Castle
Polyfeggous Castle is a castle and tourist attraction in Nemea, Corinthia. It is a site that visitors can come to see, and it is open around the clock every day…
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Nafplio
Temenos Trianon
Temenos Trianon is a historic landmark in Nafplio, at Vas. Konstantinou 4. It is listed as a historic site and as a tourist attraction.
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Nafplio
Achilles' Bastion (Promachonas Achilleas)
Achilles' Bastion is a fortification site in Nafplio, listed as a fortress and visitor attraction. It forms part of the town's historic defensive works and is o…
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Corinth
Acrocorinth
Acrocorinth is a tourist attraction and historic site in Corinth. Its architectural elements testify to multiple invasions, and it offers views over the Corinth…
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Monemvasia
Acropolis of Monemvasia Upper Town
The Acropolis of Monemvasia Upper Town is a historic attraction in Monemvasia, in the region of Laconia. It is open to visitors from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mond…
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Nafplio
Arvanitia Lighthouse
The Arvanitia Lighthouse is a historic landmark in Nafplio, located in the Arvanitia area of the city. It is listed as a historic attraction and is open around …
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Monemvasia
Cosmo rooms Seaside Retreat Monemvasia Castle
Cosmo rooms Seaside Retreat Monemvasia Castle is a villa in Monemvasia, at Georgiou Panou 5. It is listed under the villa category, offering accommodation in th…
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Nafplio
Fortress of Acronauplia
The Fortress of Acronauplia is a fortress in Nafplio, built between the Roman and Venetian periods on a rocky peninsula. It features a moat, and access is provi…
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Oitilon
Kelefa Castle
Kelefa Castle is a castle and fortress in Oitylo, listed as a tourist attraction. The site is open around the clock, every day of the week. Visitors come to the…
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Koroni
Koroni Castle
Koroni Castle is a castle in Koroni, at 240 04. It is listed under the castle category and is open to visitors, with opening hours stated for Monday and Wednesd…
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Kyparissia
Kyparissia Castle
Kyparissia Castle is a castle located in Kyparissia. It is open to visitors on Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, and is closed on Tue…
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Corinth
Penteskoufi Castle
Penteskoufi Castle is a castle and tourist attraction in Corinth. It is a historic site that visitors can explore, and it is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p…
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Monemvasia
Upper Town
Upper Town is a tourist attraction in Monemvasia, at M3Q3+GP, Monemvasia 230 70. It is listed as a tourist attraction and welcomes visitors. Opening hours are 9…
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Nafplio
Akronafplia Castle
Akronafplia Castle is a castle site in Nafplio, at 25 Angelou Terzaki.
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Tropaia
Castle of Akova
The Castle of Akova is a castle located in Tropaia, in the 220 08 area. It is listed as a castle site, a historic fortified place that visitors can reach and se…
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Kallithea
Castle of Zarafona
The Castle of Zarafona is a historic attraction in Evrotas, in the region of Laconia. It is listed as a tourist and historical sight, and visitors come to the s…
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Monemvasia
Fortress Town of Monemvasia
The Fortress Town of Monemvasia is a historic site in Monemvasia, Greece, listed under the historic attraction category. It is the fortified settlement of Monem…
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Nafplio
Pýli tis Xirás
Pýli tis Xirás is a cultural attraction located on an unnamed road in Nafplio. It is listed as a cultural sight, a place visitors come to see. Planners interest…
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Nafplio
Robert's Bastion
Robert's Bastion is a fortress site in Nafplio, listed under attractions and fortifications. It stands at 25th Martiou 4 in the city of Nafplio.
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Comparing Venue Access and Listed Opening Hours
Listed opening hours and access vary. Palamidi Fortress is listed as open daily 8:00–18:30, with 857 steps leading to its ruins. Old Navarino Fortress and Astros Castle are listed as open around the clock. Bourtzi Fortress is listed as open daily 9:00–21:00 and sits in the Argolic Gulf. Kalamata Castle is listed as open 8:00–20:00 except Tuesday, when it is closed. These are listing hours; event access or private hire times may differ, so contact the venue directly.
Matching Historic Character to Event Needs
Each site has a distinct setting. Palamidi is a Venetian hilltop fortress with sea views. Old Navarino Fortress was built by the Franks in the 13th century at the site of ancient Koryphasion, with later Venetian and Turkish additions. Bourtzi sits in the sea. Kalamata Castle is a ruined 13th-century hilltop site with a modern amphitheatre nearby. Astros Castle is in Paralio Astros, Arcadia.
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Planning questions
Which Peloponnese castles are listed as open around the clock?
Old Navarino Fortress at Pylos and Astros Castle in Arcadia are listed as open around the clock every day. Other sites have specific listed hours, so check before planning.
Can I book a private event at these castles?
For private bookings or group events, planners are advised to contact each venue directly. Policies vary, and not all sites may offer the same facilities or event services.
What are the settings of these castles?
Bourtzi Fortress sits in the sea of the Argolic Gulf in Nafplio. Palamidi Fortress stands on a hilltop above the sea. Old Navarino Fortress is near Pylos.