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Ancient Mycenae

21 km (13 mi) north of Nauplion, Mycenae, Greece
07510 76585
Ranked #1 of 3 attractions in Mycenae
5.0 of 5 stars 35 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins
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Sydney, Australia
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105 reviews 105 reviews
Reviews in 54 cities Reviews in 54 cities
56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This city is well worth the visit to bring ancient history to life. We took the bus from Nafplion early in the morning and arrived in time to enjoy the Lions gate before the tour bus hordes arrived. Following the pamphlet which is quite instructive around the ruins brought back much of my childhood history lessons although debate still surrounds... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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58 reviews 58 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW
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Even if you are not totally blown away by the history of Mycenea, the views are reason enough to visit. The access is very good so you feel safe exploring as there is a clear path around the site. Don't miss the tomb on the approach road either, its also staggering. More

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Washington, DC
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44 reviews 44 reviews
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

I arrived just before they opened at 8am and had the thrill of strolling through the site all by myself. It is deeply evocative of the Bronze Age. It is a steep climb, but you want to stop to take pictures of the views over the valley every couple of minutes anyway. The descriptive signs are frequent and well done.... More

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Cape Coral, Florida
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Fascinating look into history and an ancient culture. Walk through the Lion's Gate, erected in the 13th century BC and gaze down into the ruins of Grave Circle A. The gold artifacts from this royal family grave are on display in Athens. See the remains of the House of the Warrior Vase, also on display in Athens National Archaeological Museum... More

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Sydney, Australia
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

I knew nothing about Mycenae before I took this tour but it is absolutely fascinating. Take a guided tour to get the stories behind the kings believed to be buried here. The tombs are beyond belief - how did they manage to lift a stone that weighs the same as a jumbo jet? And the castle is also amazing. Really,... More

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Pretoria, South Africa
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35 reviews 35 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Whether this really is the site of King Agamemnon’s capital and tomb (a point of much debate) is beside the point, this ancient citadel is a must see on any Peloponnese itinerary. We drove from Nafplio (about 25 km), arrived in the middle of a rainstorm and turned back; only to repeat the exercise the next day. Arriving on the... More

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Humboldt, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012
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No trip to Greece is complete with a visit to Mycenae. The view is spectacular and the ruins hold a major part of history, being the home of King Agamemnon. Only a short drive from Athens(around an hour and a half--quite scenic), it takes you out of the busy city and into a calmer, yet still historically valuable country site... More

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Heraklion, Iraklion, Greece
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012

whoever will come near to Peloponesse,Greece must come @ visit this ancient place.!its amazing to know that 4 B.C there are already people who built amazing castles,while others was still living on top of the trees.its easy to reach as well.Because we were coming from Nafplion,so we just took the bus that goes directly to this site(not really direct coz... More

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Athens, Greece
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75 reviews 75 reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012
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I have visited Mycenae at least fifty times since first coming in 1969. Its first appearance in the distnce still sucks my breath away. This is the center of Greek civilization in the 2nd millennium B.C. The treasury of Atreus is astounding, and now there is a superb museum also. Don't miss nearby Tiryns and the Nauplion Museum for a... More

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Wichita, KS
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84 reviews 84 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

On the way to Mycenae - we stopped at some of the local vineyards to try their wine which was a great experience. Treasure of Atreus and Ancient Mycenae are wonderful stops if you enjoy history. The burial chamber is well preserved the cost is $10 - you will need a guide or take a good description with you to... More

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