Galaxidi
Γαλαξίδι
A captains' town on the Gulf of Corinth with a double harbour, stone-built captains' mansions, a maritime museum and seaside tavernas for fish and sunsets.
In the 19th century, Galaxidi was an important Greek sailing port. Shipowners left behind a group of stone neoclassical mansions, now restored as cafés and guesthouses. The town lies between two bays, and a path around the harbour leads to a pine-covered peninsula and small beaches. The Maritime History Museum in town displays ship models and nautical charts. Every year on Clean Monday, the first day of Lent, residents take part in a lively flour battle. Galaxidi is about 33 km from Delphi, roughly a 35-minute drive, making it suitable for a half-day trip followed by a seaside dinner.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Itea
- Olive Grove of Amfissa (Delphi Landscape)
- Museum of Delphic Festivals (Sikelianos House)
- Castle of Salona (Amfissa)
- Delphi Archaeological Museum
- Archaeological Site of Delphi (Sanctuary of Apollo)
- Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia (Tholos)
- Castalian Spring