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Top Things to do in Greece
Top Hotels in Greece
- 1. Apanemo Hotel & Suites
- 2. Atrium Platinum Luxury Resort Hotel & Spa
- 3. Atrium Palace Thalasso Spa Resort & Villas
- 4. Aeolos Resort Mykonos
- 5. Creta Maris Beach Resort
- 6. Astro Palace Hotel & Suites
- 7. Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa
- 8. Mitsis Laguna Resort & Spa
- 9. Palladium Boutique Hotel
- 10. Sentido Port Royal Villas & Spa
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The 10 Best Gardens in Greece, Greece
– in Europe (green & dark grey)
– in the European Union (green) – [Legend]
Restaurants in Greece
1. Botanical Garden Agadaki Estate
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By ANSGr
Newly opened this year, the Botanical Gardens have sought to gather together the flowers and plants native to Andros. Tucked off a narrow road which is clearly signposted from the Apoikia - Chora main road, the gardens are absolutely charming although suffering a little from the recent heat wave on the Island. We were welcomed at the entrance and shown into the gallery showing the works of the Life-Andros Park project. Details are presented in Greek and English. We were then shown around the gardens themselves with explanations of names of plants (Latin names are shown as are the local, Greek names but identifying some plants by their English names was sometimes a little difficult, next time we might take a plant dictionary!) There is still development underway but that in no way detracts from the experience, indeed it has made us keen to go back. On a very hot day, it was a pleasure to wander in the shade of the trees and hear about the project. There is no charge for entry (at the time of writing). There are no refreshments so take water! Apologies for the lack of photographs but there are good ones on the website.
2. Varlaam Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 781 reviews
Founded in 1517, this monastery houses a valuable collection of Byzantine relics.
Reviewed By Smar0_P - Kavala, Greece
It is a sacred place and women have to wear long skirts. So, girls be prepared or they will give you a skirt at the entrance to wear over your trousers. It is a wonderful and peaceful place to visit and the yard has an amazing view. A small museum inside is where you can learn a few things about the history of the certain monastery, how monks used to access it and other really interesting stuff as well as see some really valuable relics.
3. Botanical Park & Gardens Of Crete
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,311 reviews
Walking in the Botanical park & Gardens of Crete offes spiritual tranquility and visual pleasure in addition to knowledge on plants and their material . Nearly 20 hectares of land are waiting to welcome you, full of fruit trees from all over the world, herbs, medicinal and ornamental plants in a park different from others, where the land’s formation and the region’s microclimate make it a paradise for hundreds of plants and animals! In the midst of this colorful and vivid landscape stands a burnt centennial olive tree, a memorial and a reference to the dismal fires of 2003, the park’s history and origin. The newest and one of the most interesting sites of the Prefecture of Chania lies only 18 kilometers outside the city, on the feet of the White Mountains. It is ideal for visitors of all ages, combining enjoyments that only Crete can offer!
Reviewed By Luc220116 - Southern Finland, Finland
A very interesting place showing lots of plants with clear signs arranged in themes like fruit, herbs etc. Remember to wear good shoes since the path goes up and down and is sometimes quite difficult. This place does not fit small children or prams etc., neither for people with feet problems or some heart condition. The entrance fee includes a bottle of water.
4. Amazonas Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 434 reviews
Animal Park specialized in upkeep of endangered parrots.
Reviewed By senorblunders - Vale of Glamorgan, United Kingdom
This is a pretty little zoo containing mainly parrots and some pretty monkeys and goats. It’s well-kept and there is a very relaxed and slow vibe - so quite nice to spend an hour there. And there’s a breezy snack bar with hammock chairs. BUT, you’ll also get the opportunity at 1pm to feed the macaques and the lemurs. The lemurs will jump on your shoulders and rummage in your fruit pot for banana and other treats. Your face will be a picture. They are the gentlest and softest creatures, and they currently have little babies that you can also feed. If you listen carefully to the keepers’ instructions and follow them, you’ll have a blissful half hour with these gorgeous creatures. I’ll never forget it.
5. Botanical Garden Diomedes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 125 reviews
Botanical Garden Julia and Alexander N. Diomedes is the biggest Botanical Garden in Greece and Eastern Europe.
Reviewed By konstantinoslaz21 - Paleo Faliro, Greece
Hidden gem to visit and take long walks or for jogging. Excellent place for picnic too. Great way to combine a walk in nature with some botanical knowledge
6. Maravel Garden
7. Serpentin Organic Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
8. Botanical Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
9. Amorgos Botanical Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Amorgos Botanical Park, a small botanic garden in the heart of Katapola, deticated to the special flora of Amorgos island and the Cyclades. In the garden is located an outdoor cafe that serves herbal drinks and snacks with organic local products, the herbal lab where products with local herbs are produced and several events take place (music concerts, theatricals, yoga lessons etc.), for more info follow our facebook/instagram or webpage. *ABP is a private project created by Amorgos Collaboration S.C.E., it is open from May to October, the entrance is free and the viability of the project relies on the commercial uses.
Reviewed By 291mickelb
The warm welcome, the idyllic atmosphere, the excellent service, the music and of course the cocktails: Manos and his partner both created a magical place! Occasionally they have an open-air cinema with a golden collection of movies from the past. And don't forget to buy some herbal-mix/tea for at home!
10. National Garden
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,315 reviews
This beautiful oasis offers a soothing respite of greenery from the big city with many benches for picnicking, cafes, duck ponds and a small zoo.
Reviewed By PaulrSunderland - Sunderland, United Kingdom
Walked through here after visiting the original Olympic stadium.. A lovely way to spend an hour or so
