We also stayed 2 nights. There is a good solid day of sites to see. One night is probably enough. It depends on when you get to Delphi AND what time of year museum may close early in the winter. If it's late spring thru fall, then it's nice to arrive late in day, get a small hotel w. IF there is time, you may also go further downhill and enter the "tholos" site the circular columned ruin seen on all the posters You can also find the famus Springs down there. Back to your hotel, walk to a nice terrace cafe overlooking the downhill enjoy sunset at dinner.
Here athletes trained for the Pythian Games and you can still explore. Unfortunately for us, this site was closed for excavations during our visit. A final note: Most visitors blow through this area pretty quickly.
About meters to the east of the Athena Pronaia is a road that turns to the south downhill. Specifically, an ancient Roman sarcophagi site. Getting to Delphi is part of the fun. Where is Delphi? It is located about 75 miles as the crow flies north and west of Athens on the south side of Mount Parnassus in southern Greece. Unfortunately, due to mountains, it is a distance of about miles driving.
The simplest, fastest, and best way to do your Delphi day trip is by car. There are a number of auto rental agencies in Athens. We recommend taking the train to the airport and renting from there. This way you have all highway driving through the greater Athens metro area. Be sure to check prices on Athens rental cars here. The distance from Athens to Delphi is about miles and should take you about 2 to 2. Having your own car gives you flexibility in terms of timing as well as the ability to stop off and see things on the way.
Fokidas SA bus company operates the bus from Athens to Delphi. The bus makes limited stops throughout the Fokida Prefecture Phocis. The buses do fill up early and also seem to be canceled or have the times changed frequently , so it is best to book in advance.
Book online or check the bus from Athens to Delphi schedule here. The yellow taxis running all over Athens can take you Delphi! These taxis account for what would be considered a private driver in a lot of other places. The best way to get a private driver to Delphi is to make arrangements with a taxi company in advance.
If something should go wrong, you have the weight of a major business behind you to resolve the issue. You can check prices for private taxi tours here.
Just remember, in Greece , drivers are not guides. They cannot enter the archaeological site with you and their knowledge may be limited. There are a bunch of them. You can check prices for tour options here. We were surprised at how hot and sunny it was here. The entire archaeological site is on the southern face of Mount Parnassus. That means full sun throughout the day. While there are a few trees and some shade, it is hot!
Note: The archaeological site is rustic. That means there are no concessions, vending machines, or anything else inside the entire park. If you think you might need it, bring it with you. The best local restaurant is a matter of opinion, but there are really two main contenders: Taverna Vakchos and Epikouros.
Both serve up great Greek food…at tourist prices. And both are common with the big bus tour groups. Epikouros is popular with tour groups, features stunning views of the valley and the sea. The meatballs are fantastic! They are open all day, which makes it a great stop if you eat at off hours like we tend to do. Taverna Vakchos is popular with the private tour guides.
The restaurant has a nice terrace with good views and features heavier meat dishes, including delicious stews of local meats. They close in the afternoons for several hours each day.
Both restaurants in Delphi are extremely popular with tour buses, which makes them kind of predictable. If you want something a bit more local, get out of town and head back to the town of Arachova, Greece.
There are a number of great restaurants in the town along the main square…and no tour buses in sight! In the winter, Arachova fills with skiiers yes, there is skiing in Greece! First of all, you can absolutely visit both the archaeological site and the museum in the same day. There, you will discover many vestiges and statues found on site. Delphi was built on the slopes of Mount Parnassus and was considered as the centre of the world by ancient Greeks.
When taking a stroll in Delphi, you will discover the Temple of Apollo, the theatre and the stadium. The site also offers a magnificent view over the mountains and valley. You will find a list of the best places to stay in Delphi a bit later in this article. The menu is quite different and more upscale than in the other restaurants, for an identical price. The dishes were copious and delicious! This tour also includes the pick-up at your hotel, the transfer, a guide, the short stop in Arachova, and the entrance tickets for Delphi and its museum.
I book my full-day trip to Delphi now! I want to do an organized tour in Delphi If you choose this day trip, you will go back to Athens at the end of the day.
Strong points: the panoramic view, the high quality beds, the kind staff. Kastalia Boutique Hotel: Located only 5 minutes from Delphi. What I loved: the terrace, where you can have your breakfast, the warm welcome, the location. Nidimos Hotel: Located only 1km from the archaeological site. Strong points: the various and copious breakfast, the free parking lot, the beautiful view.
Day 5: Athens Your days road trip in Greece is already over! If you spent the last night in Delphi, go back to Athens to take your return flight. For example, you can visit:. You will even have the choice between 5 different cities! You will find a list of the best things to do as well as a detailed itinerary in my free travel guide: The 20 best things to do in Athens. You will also find a list of the best places to stay in Athens.
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