Nafplio car rental guide
Top 10 Car Rental Companies in Nafplio
The best car rental companies in Nafplio are Sixt, Avis, Europcar. Prices start from €25/day for an economy car, the minimum age is 21, and airport pickup adds about 14%.
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Top 10 rental companies in Nafplio
Ranked by customer rating, price transparency and pickup convenience. Each opens a pre-filled search.
#1
Sixt
Editor’s pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€27/day
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#2
Avis
Top ratedFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€27/day
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#3
Europcar
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€26/day
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#4
Hertz
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€28/day
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#5
Budget
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€25/day
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#6
Enterprise
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€29/day
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#7
Alamo
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€26/day
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#8
National
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€30/day
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#9
Staikos Rent A Car
Local pick — since 1977Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €200Min age 21Free cancellationDowntown
From€23/day
base rate
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Prices are indicative market estimates · Last checked 2026-07-20 · 2 public sources (DiscoverCars + market data)
Price guide
Prices by car type in Nafplio
| Car type | From / day | Example | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | €25 | Hyundai i10 | 4 |
| Compact | €30 | Opel Corsa | 5 |
| SUV | €48 | Dacia Duster | 5 |
| Minivan (7-seat) | €65 | Volkswagen Touran | 7 |
| Luxury | €95 | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 5 |
Pickup locations
Where to pick up a car in Nafplio
Airport — Athens International Airport (ATH)
There is no airport in Nafplio itself — nearly all rentals start at ATH, ~135–170km (1.5–2h) north via the modern A7 Moreas Motorway.
Downtown — Nafplio (port / town center)
A few local agencies, including family-run Staikos (since 1977) near the port, offer in-town pickup for regional exploring — useful for extending a longer Peloponnese trip.
Fees
Fees at a glance
| Fee | Typical amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Airport surcharge | ~14% of base rate | ATH airport pickup |
| A7 Moreas Motorway tolls | ~€8.90 average per toll station (6 stations en route) | Driving between Athens and Nafplio |
| Young-driver fee (21–24) | €15–25/day | Drivers under 25 |
| Additional driver | €7–12/day | Per extra driver |
| One-way fee | €50–120 | Different pickup/drop-off location |
| Refundable deposit | €300–500 | Standard hold at pickup |
Local intelligence
Things to know before renting in Nafplio
- There is no airport in Nafplio — nearly all visitors fly into Athens (ATH) and drive ~135–170km (1.5–2h) south via the modern A7 Moreas Motorway.
- Nafplio’s Old Town is effectively closed to cars — enforcement includes removing license plates from vehicles parked inside; use the large free car park near the port or main square instead.
- A car is essential for reaching Mycenae (~20 min) and Epidaurus (~30 min) — there’s no convenient public transport between the sites.
- The A7 Moreas Motorway has 6 toll stations between Athens and the Nafplio turn-off, averaging ~€9 per 100km; an e-pass gives an 8–15% discount.
- Both "Nafplio" and "Nafplion" are used interchangeably (Wikipedia and DiscoverCars use "Nafplio") — search either spelling when booking.
- Most guides recommend staying at least 1–2 nights rather than a rushed day trip from Athens, since a single day barely covers both the drive and the town.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Nafplio
Is Nafplio a good day trip from Athens, or should I stay overnight?
Both work, but most guides recommend staying at least 1–2 nights. A day trip is technically possible (leave 7:00, arrive 9:00, 6–7 hours on site, return by evening) but rushes both the drive and the town.
Is a car necessary in Nafplio itself?
No — the town is compact and walkable. A car becomes necessary once you want to combine Mycenae, Epidaurus, Tiryns or Argos, since there’s no convenient public transport between the archaeological sites.
How far is Nafplio from Athens Airport?
About 135–170km depending on your exact route and starting point, roughly 1.5–2 hours by car via the A7 Moreas Motorway.
Nafplio or Nafplion — which is correct?
Both are used; "Nafplio" is the modern Greek (Demotic) form and the one Wikipedia and DiscoverCars use as the primary spelling. "Nafplion" reflects the older Katharevousa form — either works for search and booking.
Is Nafplio a good base to explore the Peloponnese?
Yes — it sits close to Mycenae, Epidaurus, Tiryns and Argos, and is a common anchor point for multi-day Peloponnese road trips that continue toward Kalamata or Monemvasia.
Can you visit Mycenae, Epidaurus and Nafplio in one day?
Yes with a car — Mycenae is about 20 minutes away and Epidaurus about 30 minutes, so both sites plus the town are realistically combinable in a single day.
Where do I park in Nafplio’s old town?
The old town itself is off-limits to cars in practice, with strict enforcement. Park in the large free car park near the port or main square and continue on foot — it’s just a few minutes’ walk in.
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