Port Description

Lavrion, Greece

At one time, the silver mines of this seaside town bankrolled the ancient Athenian state. Today, Lavrion is the perfect place to mine for a glimpse into real Greek life and a peek into its past. Unlike larger, more commercial cities nearby, this quaint port has remained largely undiscovered by tourists. Get a taste of small-town life by dining on spanakopita (spinach pie) in a local taverna or shopping at the outdoor fish market. Or if it's a little history you crave, explore the largest and oldest amphitheatre in all of Greece. Lavrion is also home to the important ruins of the Temples of Demeter and Dionysus. Touch a piece of ancient history, taste your first glass of the licorice-flavored, national liqueur ouzo, and stroll the streets of this charming seaport town that is on the cusp of being discovered. Opa!