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Best time of year to visit Greece
May to June and September to mid-October are the best time to visit Greece. If you are eager to discover this country at its finest, late spring and early summer offer mild weather, fewer tourist, and reasonable prices. It's perfect time to enjoy beaches and swim in the sea (a bit cool though) watch unforgettable sunsets or hike the White Mountains on Crete. Peak season between July and August brings in unruly crowds, inflated room rates, and torturous heat. Summer is a great time to taste some delicious Greek moussaka, octopus, or Horiatiki salad. Olive and wine harvest give a delicious and tipsy twist to Greek autumn. By the end of October, Western Greece can get stormy at times. Winter in Greece is the coldest and rainiest time of the year, and lots of island hotels and restaurants close down. Yet, it attracts numerous skiers, hikers, and sightseers. Early spring brings blossoms and Easter holiday crowds.
23 THINGS TO DO IN GREECE (AUGUST 18 - AUGUST 27)
Breathtaking Sunsets
One of the most famous features of Santorini is its sunset
Octopus Season
Santorini boasts to be a seafood destination, and offers octopus dishes with its own unique flavour
Fuchsia Bougainvillea Bloom
The bloom of these flowers are considered to be Santorini's trademark
Hiking in Samaria Gorge National Park
Samaria Gorge National Park is a place with incredibly stunning nature, waterfalls, lakes, ancient settlements, and unique flora and fauna
Lefka Ori Hike (The White Mountains)
These snowy mountains are waiting for you in sunny Crete
Sea Turtles
Visit some of the wonderful Greek beaches, which are home to the adorable Caretta turtles
Wine Making Season
Santorini boasts best wine production on Cyclades
Moussaka
Greece beats all of the Mediterranean with its layered variation of moussaka
Crete Beach Season
Enjoy plenty of swimming and sunbathing spots on the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea
Artisan Honey and Baklava
This golden sweet can be eaten with Greek yoghurt, or enjoyed in traditional baklava
Horiatiki Salata
No place on Earth can compete with an authentic Greek Salad in its birthplace
Fruit Season
Hot greek summers would be incomplete without a juicy fruit plate
Navagio Shipwreck Beach
A postcard paradise view that can't be missed when travelling to Greece
Valley of Butterflies in Rhodes
Thousands of butterflies flock to Rhodes every year at the end of May
Summer Coffee (Frappe)
Solving the biggest summer struggle of coffee lovers since 1957
Beach Season
The most popular time to visit Greece and enjoy the sun and sea
Sea Kayaking
Santorini is perfect when viewed from the water!
Chios Mastiha (Mastic)
A Greek elixir that cures diseases and complements desserts
Neda River Hiking
Grab your hiking shoes and swimming suit to explore one of the most beautiful spots in Greece
Climbing Mount Olympus
You don't need to be a Greek god to climb Mount Olympus
Sporades Dolphins & Seals
Discover some of the largest European sea creatures at the first Greek marine natural preserve
Sardine Season
In fishermen's villages, people eat sardines every day, which is perhaps the secret to Greek longevity
Windsurfing & Kitesurfing
What can be more alluring than white sand, blue water and great waves? Only when you are standing on a board
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Greek Orthodox Easter and Holy Week
Easter is one of the main Greek celebrations, but on Santorini the traditions are most authentical and spiritual
Ifestia Festival
The festival entirely dedicated to the volcano eruption that changed the landscape of Santorini forever in the mid-second millennium BCE
Olives and Olive Oil
Raw Greek olives are a great seasonal delicacy and don't forget virgin olive oil too!
Knossos Minoan Palace
Feel the real ancient atmosphere in the heart of Minoan civilization
Rethymno Carnival
A glorious event where the whole town becomes one big family
Cyclades Trail Cup
Run six exciting races to explore Greece and compete with its best athletes
Kalymnos Climbing Festival
Kalymnos island is a Mecca for climbers from all around the globe
The Tour of Crete
A great chance to test yourself and partake in a challenging bicycle holiday among the beauty of Crete
Galaxidi Flour War Carnival
Even during Clean Monday, there is little chance to avoid getting really dirty
Drosoulites of Frangokastello Castle
Have you ever seen a mirage? This one is so real that it has confused people for hundreds of years
Apokries or Carnival
Before the long-lasting fast, Greeks feast on meat with a huge party that stretches over three weeks
Patras Carnival
A month-long Greek style fiesta in the city of Patras
River Party in Nestorio, Kastoria
This music camp is the best in Greece and in the top ten of Europe
Melitinia
Traditional Greek Easter sweets that originated from Santorini
Hiking
The rich architectural heritage and natural attractions of Athens are best explored on a leisurely hike
Athens Authentic Marathon
This Greek marathon will make you travel back to glorious ancient times
Spartathlon
One of the world's toughest races covers the distance from Athens to Sparta
Elassona Feta Cheese Festival
Try all the possible types of feta cheese in one place
Rakomelo
A strong local spirit that warms up the heart and body
Thessaloniki International Film Festival
Ten days take over the city with the magical atmosphere of cinematography
Oxi Day
Visit the biggest national holiday in Greece with lots of parades and festive events
Diving
Explore ancient submerged treasures while diving in Greece
Wild Artichokes
This Greek delicacy is cheap, healthy, and really delicious
Epiphany & Blessing of the Waters
A symbolic and spectacular ending to the Christmas holidays
Skiing & Snowboarding
Greece can be visited beyond its beach season. If you visit during winter, be sure to check out its skiing destinations
Saffron Harvest
Kozani Krokos Saffron from Greece is recognised as some of the finest in the world
Dalmatian Pelican Breeding Season
An entire colony of this endangered species breeds on Lake Kerkini in winter
Kourampiedes (Kourabiethes)—Greek Christmas Butter Cookies
During Christmas vacation in Greece, try these delicious traditional butter cookies which look like small snowballs
Melomakarona—Greek Christmas Honey Cookies
Christmas in Greece won't be complete without these traditional festive sweets!
Wild Greens (Horta)
Dreaming of long life and perfect skin? Try these delicious wild greens from Crete
Greek Easter Food
Lent is over and Greeks finally feast on lamb delicacies like Magirista, Arni Pashaulino, and Tsoureki
Naoussa Carnival
An old Greek masquerade is recreated with precision and respect for traditions
Ouzo & Tsipouro Preparation
Both ouzo and tsipouro are considered as national spirits of Greece that represent its drinking culture
Assumption of the Virgin Mary
One of the largest Orthodox celebrations in Greece
Birdwatching
Situated at the crossroads of three continents, Greece boasts a rich bird life
