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About Monemvasia

Monemvasia. One of the most beautiful and attractive regions in Lakonia and Peloponese. The rock of Monemvasia stands 95 km southeastwards of Sparta and attracts thousands of visitors all year round.
A low bridge connects the rock with the coast. This sole entry gave the city its name. The infixes "Moni" and "Emvasis" show that Monemvasia is accessible only through an entrance (the narrow strip of land which connects the rock with the east shore of Lakonia). The famous castle-town was founded during the Byzantine period and was one of the most important castles in Peloponese. The stone-built houses, the old manor houses, the Byzantine churches and the strong fortifications cause awe and admiration to every visitor.

Monemvasia is consisted of two settlements: Epano Poli, which is built at the top of the rock, and Kato Poli, built at the southeast part of the hill. These two settlements were inside the castle walls and communicated through a staircase. The only monument saved in Epano Poli is the church of Saint Sophia. Kato Poli has tall stone built houses, narrow cobblestone paths and churches that take visitors back to past times. Many old houses operate now as traditional guesthouses. Staying at of them can be an unforgettable experience to all visitors as the atmosphere is really romantic.

The new settlement of Monemvasia is outside the castle walls and offers all tourist facilities. There are many accommodation and entertainment opportunities satisfying all tastes.

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Cafes & Restaurants In Monemvasia

Byron's Wine Tasting Bar
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Byron's Wine Tasting Bar

4.6
96 m away697 173 0788
Chrisovoulo Cafe Restaurant Bar
Cafe

Chrisovoulo Cafe Restaurant Bar

4.4

Με όνομα βγαλμένο από τα επίσημα και πολύτιμα αυτοκρατορικά έγγραφα της βυζαντινής περιόδου, οι γεύσεις στο « Χρυσόβουλο » φέρουν χρυσή σφραγίδα ποιότητας και υψηλής απόλαυσης. Μέσα από την πιο λαχταριστή ένωση της πλούσιας γαστρονομικής παράδοσης της Μονεμβασιάς με τη δημιουργική μαεστρία του διεθνώς αναγνωρισμένου σεφ Γιώργου Τσιμπίδη , γεννήθηκαν πιάτα προορισμένα να ξετρελάνουν ουρανίσκους. Ζουμερά ντόπια κρεατικά, ολόφρεσκα λαχανικά και φρούτα, εκλεκτό ψάρι, θεϊκές σάλτσες και μυρωδάτα επιδόρπια, αποτελούν το αυτοκρατορικό μενού του εστιατορίου «Χρυσόβουλο». Στο ισόγειο του ίδιου κτιρίου,

35 m away2732 062022
Emvasis Cafe - Cocktail Bar/Εμβασις
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Emvasis Cafe - Cocktail Bar/Εμβασις

4.8
32 m away2732 061139
Enetiko Cafe & Cocktail Bar
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Enetiko Cafe & Cocktail Bar

4.5

Εδώ η παράδοση συναντά το μοντέρνο στοιχείο αφού τα παραδοσιακά αντικείμενα που κοσμούν τον εσωτερικό χώρο συνυπάρχουν αρμονικά με την μεγάλη εντυπωσιακή μπάρα. Jazz, rock και lounge μουσικές σου κρατούν... συντροφιά την ώρα που εσύ απολαμβάνεις ένα signature cocktail, δια χειρός Παναγιώτη (Πανελλήνιο & Παγκόσμιο Πρωταθλητή), στην ταράτσα με θέα το ηλιοβασίλεμα. H funky διάθεση του προσωπικού θα σ ε ξεσηκώσει, όπως συμβαίνει άλλωστε σε κάθε επισκέπτη που το επιλέγει από το 1993. At this place, tradition meets modernity. A romantic journey from today to yesterday. A Small paradise on Earth. Sin

12 m away2732 061352
Kanoni
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Kanoni

4.4

Enjoy our local cuisine with fresh cooked dishes like Fried local goat cheese, sausage made from the old times recipe with orange and smoked with sage, our specialty Eggplant Kanoni with grilled eggplant, tomato, onions, peppers, cheese feta all baked in the oven. The traditional Saiti with homemade thin dough filled with spinach and grilled on the platter, our Kleftiko lamb with vegetables and local cheese Graviera baked in the oven, our famous shrimp spaghetti and of course our fresh fish with the accompany of local world awarded local wines from the vineyards of the region.

61 m away2732 061387
Malvasia Café
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Malvasia Café

4.6

In fact, if you get there the right time, in the early morning or in the evening, the view can be seductive. The quiet, discreet Café Malvasia blends with the landscape, as if it had always been there. You may sit on the traditional wicker chairs in the shade of the trees and sip something refreshing while gazing at the open sea. The majesty of the landscape, the absolute peace and quiet, interrupted only by the hiss of the air or the hushed conversations of the visitors (almost everybody here speaks in whispers!), or a sweet sensation of rest after walking, give the impression that time has s

263 m away2732 063007

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What To Do In Monemvasia

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Taste the best Monemvasia has to offer: wine, liquors, olive oil, bee honey
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Taste the best Monemvasia has to offer: wine, liquors, olive oil, bee honey

5.0

Especially three things make this experience unique: a) tasting the Honey Mead (unique liqueur made of fermented bee honey and water | Hydro

45 minFrom €28
2 Day Private Tour of Sparta, Mystras & Monemvasia - Overnight
Multi-day

2 Day Private Tour of Sparta, Mystras & Monemvasia - Overnight

5.0

The site of Sparta is completely surrounded by major mountain ranges. In contrast to other ancient Greek cities, Sparta was not a compact fo

48 hFrom €599
Private Tour in Historic Estate in Monemvasia with wine-olive oil tasting & meal
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Private Tour in Historic Estate in Monemvasia with wine-olive oil tasting & meal

5.0

• A specialized English speaking guide will give you a tour of the estate. • The cold press extra virgin olive oil procedure will be presen

2 h 30 minFrom €380
Private Monemvasia Highlights
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Private Monemvasia Highlights

5.0

Join me on a private day trip to Monemvasia in a luxurious air-conditioned Mercedes Vito. The old castle town of Monemvasia is a perfectly p

10 hFrom €725
3 Day Peloponnese Tour: Sparta, Monemvasia & Ancient Olympia
Multi-day

3 Day Peloponnese Tour: Sparta, Monemvasia & Ancient Olympia

5.0

Our trip starts from Athens 3 amazing days to the most majestic archaelogical places of Peloponnese A tour in the Peloponnese is a really re

72 hFrom €600
3 Days PrivateTour:Sparta - Mystra - Monemvasia - Mycenae - Epidaurus & Corinth
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3 Days PrivateTour:Sparta - Mystra - Monemvasia - Mycenae - Epidaurus & Corinth

5.0

This tour offers you the option of visiting some of the most idyllic places in Peloponnese peninsula following the history of Greece from th

72 hFrom €880

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