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Things to see in Monemvasia (Greece): 9 places and when to go
Monemvasia is a town in Greece, and this site lists 9 places in and around it, mainly Nature (4), Mountains (3), Temples (2). The best known are Hagia Sophia, Monemvasia, Epidaurus Limera and Church of Elkomenos Christos (Monemvasia). The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 30. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Greece · 36.6872, 23.0554
- Places
- 9 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (4) · Mountains (3) · Temples (2) · History (2) · Museums and art (1) · Food and drink (1)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- ATH Spata-Artemida, 160 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Alona, at 621 m.
What to see in Monemvasia
The places in and around Monemvasia, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Hagia Sophia, MonemvasiaByzantine church in Monemvasia, Greece284 m
- Epidaurus LimeraAncient city in Lakonia, Greece5.6 km
- Church of Elkomenos Christos (Monemvasia)Building in Monemvasia Municipality, Greece47 m
- AlonaMountain of Laconia, Greece11 km
- Archaeological Museum of MonemvasiaMuseum6 m
- Kremmydi BayBay5.9 km
- PyrgakiHill in Lakonia, Greece15 km
- Tourla SpartiasHill in Monemvasia municipality, Greece14 km
- Monemvasia WineryWinery10 km
When to go to Monemvasia
The best time to visit Monemvasia is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:45
- FebPossible10:39
- MarPossible11:43
- AprBest time12:57
- MayBest time13:57
- JunBest time14:30
- JulPossible14:17
- AugPossible13:24
- SepBest time12:13
- OctBest time11:02
- NovPossible10:00
- DecPossible9:30
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 30. In April, 9 of the 9 places are at their best.
When to go to Greece in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Monemvasia
The nearest main airport is Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH, Spata-Artemida), 160 km as the crow flies. How to get around Greece (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Greece, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Monemvasia?
The best known: Hagia Sophia, Monemvasia, Epidaurus Limera, Church of Elkomenos Christos (Monemvasia), Alona, Archaeological Museum of Monemvasia. In all, 9 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Monemvasia?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 30.
How do you get to Monemvasia?
The nearest main airport is Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), 160 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Monemvasia as the destination and these 9 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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