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The cradle of Western civilisation and thousands of sun-drenched islands: ancient wonders, whitewashed villages, world-class food and a wellness way of life.
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Greece balances a 7,000-year history with a coastline where you are never far from the sea. The cradle of democracy and Western civilisation, it pairs the Acropolis and countless ancient sites with thousands of islands scattered across the Aegean and Ionian.
Its islands are the stuff of dreams, from the whitewashed Cyclades to the green Ionian and remote Dodecanese, each with its own dialect, customs and character. Beyond them lies a mountainous mainland of pristine nature and wine country.
For 2026, Greece leans into wellness, longevity and travel beyond barriers, dispersing visitors to lesser-known Epirus and Central Greece, and championing soft adventure, community-led tourism and its celebrated olive-oil cuisine.
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Weather & timing in Greece RIGHT NOW 33° clear
Best Apr–May, Oct · Shoulder Jun, Sep, Nov
- Jan 6° / -4°
- Feb 8° / -2°
- Mar 12° / 2°
- Apr 18° / 8°
- May 24° / 14°
- Jun 28° / 18°
- Jul 30° / 20°
- Aug 28° / 18°
- Sep 24° / 14°
- Oct 18° / 8°
- Nov 12° / 2°
- Dec 8° / -2°
Best time to visit
May – June, September – October
Cities and regions worth your time
9 destinations in Greece — pick a base or link them into a route.
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Athens
CapitalThe cradle of Western civilisation: the Acropolis, ancient Agora, world-class museums and a vibrant modern city with outstanding food.
3–5 days (city); 7–10 days combining island hopping from Piraeus
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Santorini
The caldera island of Greek legends — blue-domed churches above a submerged volcano, some of the world's most photographed sunsets and outstanding Aegean seafood.
3–4 days
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Corfu
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Crete
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Delos
Greece's holiest ancient island: the mythical birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and unmissable day trip from Mykonos.
3–5 days (Mykonos base with Delos day trip)
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Mykonos
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Rhodes
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The Historic Centre
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Zakynthos
Nature, culture & hidden gems
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We're hand-picking the standout places, hidden gems and can't-miss activities in Greece. Meanwhile, the cities above are a great starting point.
Curated Greece itineraries
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7 Days in Greece: Athens & the Cyclades
Classical Athens paired with island-hopping to Santorini and Naxos.
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Summer Arts & Things to Do in Athens
Athens in summer pairs ancient sites with a packed arts season (the Athens Epidaurus Festival).
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