Corinth like other famous locations in the region of the Argolides attracts tourists fascinated by archaeology and history. One of the attractions is the manmade canal that since 1893 has been the fastest link between Athens and the Aeonian Sea. However the ruins of the acropolis commanded by the remaining columns of the Apollo Doric Temple and the Acrocorinth with one of the most breathtaking views that Greece has to offer are the main attractions. The old Roman market place (agora), the museum and the fountain of Pereine are all worth a visit.
In the surrounding area the village of Isthmia situated 6.5 km southeast along the road to Athens is famous for the Sanctuary of Poseidon, which was an important cult and athletic centre where the Panhellenic Games, called "the Isthmia", took place every two years in honour of the divinity. The site was fortified in about 1200 B.C. and ritual festivities were performed from the middle of the 11th century B.C. onwards. The temple of Poseidon was first built in the 7th century B.C., and was reconstructed three times from the middle of the 7th century B.C. to 146 B.C. The first Stadium was built during the 6th century B.C., while the peribolos of the shrine of Palaemon and the Theatre were added in the 5th century B.C. During the Roman period, the temple and the theatre were restored while baths and the circular temple of Palaemon were constructed. The sanctuary was abandoned at the end of the 4th century A.D., and later, building material from it was used in the construction of the Hexamilion wall.
The museum of the town exhibits material found during the excavations of the Sanctuary.
The Heraion of Pelahora, the sanctuary dedicated to Hera Akraia dating back to the 8th century BC can be admired during a dip in the sea in the tiny harbour of Perahora looking out to the open space that was once a busy meeting/shopping area (agora), now a classic Greek jewel.