In 2023, Greece was practically begging for digital nomads to flock to the iconic country’s ancient sites, bustling cities, and postcard beaches.
Despite Athens, numerous islands, and the new coastal hotspot being hyped as a top destination, there are still dozens, if not hundreds, of hidden Greek gems waiting to be discovered.
Nomads Embassy recently showcased quite a few options for digital nomads, ranging from the most famous city of all, Athens, to picture-perfect beach towns you’ve likely never heard of before.
Once you visit, you’ll feel right at home in paradise, and if Greece holds true to its wishes, then they’ll roll out the red carpet for you as your new home away from home.
I’ve had the good fortune to visit one of them, a place that’s long been immortalized in my mind’s eye. Truth be told, I enjoyed it even more than the world-famous Santorini.
Digital Nomads Will Fall In Love With These 3 Greek Coastal Cities:
Heraklion: An Athens Dupe Beaming With History And Pristine Shores
Athens is one of Europe’s true powerhouses. There’s truly no place that will live up to the city’s monumental timeline and well-preserved marvels.
That being said, Athens has become so popular that it’s also one of many destinations dealing with overtourism concerns, especially in the summer months when more travelers have vacation time to globetrot.
While there’s no such place as Athens 2.0, Heraklion 1.0 serves as the next best thing. The island of Crete’s largest city boasts fascinating ruins without the crowds, like the lesser-known Palace of Knossos.
With a mix of timeless landmarks, laid-back living, and stunning blue-water shores, digital nomads will become magnetized to all Heraklion has to offer, especially with new additions catering to their lifestyle, such as top-rated coworking spaces like Comeet Creative Space.
Cafe culture is engrained in daily routines, so you’ll always have a cozy workspace. Many of these are perched on the waterfront with jaw-dropping views and Mediterranean breeze like Mare Coffee Bar & Food.
Nomads Embassy also highlighted accommodations as ‘super reasonable’.
Chania: Crete’s Azure City Perfect For Digital Nomads
Sticking with Crete, the smaller city of Chania is a dynamo in its own right and perfectly suits the nomad life.
I visited Chania 7 years ago and have a feeling not much as changed since my first impression was time stands still here.
If you’re the type to go with the flow, Chania is the place to be. I remember walking around 8 am in search of much-needed caffeine and couldn’t find any cafes open yet since locals tend to live by their own clocks.
It’s the ultimate laid-back destination, which just so happens to be stunningly beautiful as well.
I’d love to share photos of my trip, but I was accompanied by my ex, which is Chania’s only kryptonite to sour the otherwise perfect memories exploring Old Town’s cobbled walkways, sitting seaside indulging in fine wine and cheap ‘catch of the days’, and watching the sunset over the harbor from Nostos Hotel.
In and around Chania are some incredible beaches to intermix in Chania’s perfect work-life balance.
These 3 beaches are my top recommendations:
- Balos Beach
- Falassarna Beach (pink sand!)
- Elafonisi Beach
Nomads Embassy notes Chania’s locals are very welcoming, which I can attest to, and equipped with reliable wifi throughout the city.
Nafplio: Greece’s Hidden Gem Ready To Embrace Digital Nomads
Circling back to overtourism concerns, Nafplio would be the antithesis. How a city so worthy of being on your desktop screensaver flies under the radar is beyond explanation, but perhaps digital nomads can put this Greek hidden gem in the spotlight.
Nestled in the Peloponnese region, this tranquil city of red-tiled homes, vivid blue waters, and undeniable charm will rock your socks off, especially once you taste local cuisine and cheap wine.
Despite being unknown, Nafplio is surprisingly ready to embrace remote workers with plentiful cafes and coworking spaces, a great work-life balance, and affordable apartments.
According to Spitogatos, a Greek real estate company, digital nomads can score 1-bedroom apartments as low as $300 per month!
Although, you’ll likely find yourself spending the majority of time at cozy cafes or one of many breathtaking beaches, such as Karathona Beach, Tolo Beach, or Kondyli Beach.
Know Before You Go: Check out our extensive pros and cons list of Greece’s Digital Nomad Visa.
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