The fortress of Palamidi: the prison of heroes
Activity Description
Built by the Venetians just in time for the Ottomans to enjoy it, Palamidi is famous for the alleged 999 steps leading to its gate and the sense of walking alongside the heroes of Nafplion’s history. The walls echo with the thunder of battle, the dungeons with the laments of the imprisoned. Discover one of Nafplion’s most exciting landmarks.
Waltz in the fortress of Palamidi with a self-guided audio tour on your phone designed by an accredited expert. Listen to fascinating stories, based on an award-winning storytelling concept, and gain great insights into one of the most iconic landmarks of Nafplion. Start your tour at the Bastion of Epaminondas and discover the remaining seven bastions one by one. Each has a thrilling story to tell.
This is an unmissable opportunity to experience the fortress of Palamidi at your own pace with a captivating audio tour on your phone.
* * Ticket/entrance fee to the fortress of Palamidi is not included.
- 35 stories
- 7.91km distance
- 7 stops
Know before you book
- Please consider that admission fees for the fortress of Palamidi are not included.
- This is a downloadable self-guided audio tour for your smartphone, accessible through our app. No live guide will accompany you. No VR/AR is included (Virtual Reality/ Artificial Reality).
- No live guide or meeting point provided.
- After booking, you will receive an email with further instructions on how to access and download your audio tour. Check your spam folder as well.
- Book per device to be used, not per participant.
- An Android (version 5.0 and later) or iOS (version 15.0 and later) smartphone is required. The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 6/6 Plus or older, iPod Touch 6th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Air 1st generation, iPad Mini 3rd generation or older.
- You will need storage space on your phone (100—150 MB).
- The site is not wheelchair accessible.
Know before you go
- Mobile signal may be weak at the site(s). Download your audio tour on your smartphone prior to your visit to enjoy it fully.
- After booking, you will receive an email with further instructions on how to access and download your audio tour. Please check your email spam folder as well.
- Ensure that your smartphone is fully charged and that you bring your earphones.
- Please note that the fortress stands on uneven ground, contains many steps and has very little shade.
- Please wear sunscreen and a hat during the hot summer months.
- Visitors are advised to wear comfortable shoes.
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Cancellation policy
- In case of cancellation you are not entitled to a refund.
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- It is a good idea to be at the meeting point on time, before the scheduled start time.
- After your reservation it is enough to give your details to the cooperating company so that you can carry out your activity. However, it is recommended that you have the booking confirmed in digital or printed form.
- Read the benefits of the activity carefully to avoid possible extra charges from additional optional services.
- Read the cancellation policy carefully before booking.
Location
Meeting Point
Address: HR63+RG Nafplion, Greece
Notes: The self-guided audio tour is designed to start at the entrance of the fortress of Palamidi. Directions to starting point The easiest way to get there is on foot from the parking lot of the site.