Mystras — Byzantine Fortress City
Mystras, Greece

Mystras — Byzantine Fortress City

Type: archaeological site / fortress

A 13th-century UNESCO site, once the capital of the Despotate of the Morea. Well-preserved palaces, churches and monasteries are spread along a hillside, and a visit requires walking along steep paths for 2 to 3 hours.

Tickets

Entry: Tickets from ~12.00 EUR
Indicative price — confirm the exact amount before booking.
Tickets can also be purchased on-site.

Single ticket for the entire site. Arriving in the morning before the heat is recommended, as there is no shade on the paths. Two gates are available — the upper one (closer to the fortress) and the lower one.

Parking nearby

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Nearby restaurants

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Marmara Restaurant

Marmara Restaurant

Open until 00:30
⭐ 4.30 151 reviews 348m

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Address: Mistras

Phone: +30 2731 083421

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 12:00–00:30 Tuesday: 12:00–01:00 Wednesday: 12:00–00:30 Thursday: 12:00–00:30 Friday: 12:00–00:30 Saturday: 12:00–01:00 Sunday: 12:00–00:30
Xenía

Xenía

Open until 02:00
⭐ 4.50 1696 reviews 400m

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kafić €€

Address: Mistras

Phone: +30 2731 020500

Opening hours: 09:00–02:00