The beach is a bit rocky for my taste. If you go, definitely bring something cushy to lie on. The water, however, was clear and beautiful.
It was great to look back to shore and see the Palamidi (fortress). We also hiked up the 800 steps to the top (you can also drive up there). It was so much fun to wander around the nooks and crannies. There are five battalions, and we went to four of them. I think we spent about 2 hours just wandering around. The views are spectacular up there.
There are also great shops on the various streets of Nafplio. Wandering is a must. There are also some great restaurants right along the water.
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We rented a car to drive there from Athens. There is also a bus that goes, but we wanted flexibility. However, once you're in Nafplio, there's really no need for a car.