A Stroll through Spetses
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Port
Spetses, Greece
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$70
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 3 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Spetses, an island boasting a long maritime tradition, is famous for its significant Naval contribution to Greece's 1821 War of Independence. The island has managed to retain its individual traditional character thanks to its well-preserved grand mansions, once owned by seafaring Captains and still bearing eloquent witness to the island's glorious past.
You will visit the Museum of Bouboulina, named for a female warrior who played a significant role in the War of Independence. Visit her house to admire its carved, wooden Florentine ceiling, 18th- and 19th-century furniture, an interesting collection of old weapons, fine porcelain, and rare books.
Finally, enjoy a taste of the famous ouzo (licorice-flavored Greek liqueur) or a glass of wine on the waterfront.
Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. The guide does not enter the museum with you but offers an explanation before you enter the museum on your own. Museum personnel are often present to answer questions inside.