Preveza, Greece
At the mouth of the Ambracian Gulf in the North-Western Greek mainland
Epic Roman conquests are never far from the surface – it’s here that Antony and Cleopatra were defeated and separated. Today, we’re more likely to go for great yachting and dazzling coastline.
|
Destination overview
|
||
|---|---|---|
| Language: | Greek | |
| Currency: | Euro | |
| Time zone: | GMT +2 hours (GMT +3 hours in summer) | |
| Flight Time: | 3 hours 30 | |
| Holiday type: | Beach, Summer sun | |
| Weather: | Average maximum temperature: 17.6°C Rainfall: 1166.2mm a year |
|
Must see:
Take a trip just 5km up the coast to visit the ruins of Nicopolis, the town founded by Octavian in 31BC to celebrate his victory over Mark Antony.
Must eat at:
The streets around the pedestrianised Old Quarter are where to head for a cut-price feed in Preveza. Alternatively, take a look at the eastern waterfront, overlooking Actium. Just follow the locals and you’ll be fine!
Must be there for:
High summer in Preveza, especially August, can be very hot, with temperatures consistently over 30°C. However, the weather remains very balmy through September and well into October when the Ionian Sea starts to get a little choppier.
Well-travelled tips:
- The massive fortifications of Ayiou Andreou are well worth a visit if you’re all Romaned-out. You’ll find them up on the hill overlooking the port.
- If you’re travelling independently and need to get into town in a hurry, you’ll find plenty of cabs at the airport willing to do the 7km journey in no time at all. It’s quicker than waiting in the heat for a local bus.
Visa:
British citizens do not need a visa to visit Greece.
Tours, Sightseeing and Things to Do with isango!
isango! have carefully vetted tours worldwide. These are available for you to book online over 5000 of the best tours, activities and experiences in over 50 countries worldwide.
