THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Kalamata
Things to Do in Kalamata
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- Kayaking Toursfromper adultC$132
- Hiking Toursfromper adultC$68
- fromper adult (price varies by group size)C$173
- fromper adult (price varies by group size)C$3,378
- Full-day Toursfromper group (up to 10)C$1,013
- Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)C$16,139
- fromper adultC$5,342
- fromper adult (price varies by group size)C$218
- fromper adultC$134
- Adventure Toursfromper adultC$113
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- Ian H12 contributionsThis was an amazing museum with up to date technology where you could use a tablet whilst walking around to give you information and different views of each costume in our own language. There were three levels of costumes and jewellery, displayed in climate controlled cabinets. It really was stunning to see such a collection and made our visit to Kalamata special. Thank you to the staff who were welcoming and gave lots more information and answered questions knowledgeable.Written October 4, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- xtratea19 contributionsIt was a pretty and lovely version of a byzantine church. Very plain but lovely inside. Also centrally located on a square where you can grab a coffeeWritten September 5, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Peter26 contributionsReally well thought out museum !! Just two euro entrance which included a small guide book for archaeology in the area . There was a varied display , well documented in English and Greek , well worth a visitWritten September 25, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Robert J.2 contributionsA wonderful part of our amazing tour with Epos Travel & Tours. Our guide, Dionysis, advised us as to which vendors to purchase from, i.e., which vendors had the best of the best products.Written October 15, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Seasider21 contributionsThe beach is very long and the part nearest the port is the busiest.
We got the No1 bus from the city centre and got off about a kilometre along the seafront from the port. Here there are few tavernas and it is much nicer.
Beach is a standard Greek beach. Tavernas/ cafes have sunbeds which looked fine. Some places have music but the one we picked was quiet.
There are life guards, and a shower with a changing hut at regular inervals.
Worth a trip. The views from the seafront are impressive.
.Written July 16, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - floppypoppy2614 contributionsThis museum provided photos, memorabilia, videos, uniforms and information regarding the many wars fought by Greece beginning with the War of Independence.
There was a guide who was helpful, even with limited English. Outside the building there was a tank and airplane..a riveting display.Written October 9, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - AdomvatikTel Aviv, Israel369 contributionsA very nice church, richly decorated with an impressive iconostasis. It deserves a visit! the dome and walls are nicely painted and the entire building inside and outside, is very impressive. Not to be missed while you are in Kalamata!Written September 23, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Neil B6 contributionsThe city park at the south end of the walking/shopping street in Kalamata was great fun for our 21 month old granddaughter. There are 3 playgrounds, and like all such places in Greece they are fenced and safe. The green space is well occupied by locals, and you can see who a family relaxes in this well-know, but not-touristy, city.
The old trains are not really identified or interpretted, but provide interest for adults with imaginations.Written June 18, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Dimitrios KAthens, Greece34 contributionsIt's a really beautiful city square with many retail stores and cafes. Easy access with public transport but really hard to park a carWritten October 25, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- EdgarCossetBrooklyn, NY1,621 contributionsI would not travel to Kalamata just to see this castle. But if you are there, it’s well worth a visit. It is a place for history buffs, an interesting walk through the old town for sightseeing, and a platform for a comprehensive view of the city. The site has dominated the countryside since before the Trojan War.
Access is easy. Though not “accessible,” the stairways are well-paved with railings on most sections; and the grounds themselves form a pleasant park. There is a small, contemporary amphitheater which offers occasional concerts. Off season, you can drive and park at the main gate. But the walk is more fun. The entry fee is €2.
For history buffs, it was one of the string of Frankish fortresses built along the Messinian coastline in the Barony of Kalamata. Like this one, most are in ruins, with just enough walls and remains to inspire the imagination. Guillaume II de Villehardouin, the most successful lord of the Frankish Principality of Achaea, was born here in 1211. For context, he accompanied Louis IX on the Seventh Crusade. Coin collectors prize the pieces of his reign. The Franks officially held it until 1410. But the full history reflects the constant East-West struggles of the region. It regularly changed hands, went through periods of destruction and rebuilding, and served successive command by Byzantines, Franks, Ottomans and Venetians all the way through the 19th century. Most of what we see today is Venetian construction, signaled by the sculpted frame over the main gate of what was surely once an image of the Lion of St. Mark.
For everyone else, the view alone is worth the effort. And the winding streets around the base have just enough houses of quirky charm that you could call this Kalamata’s version of San Francisco’s Telegraph Hill.Written March 6, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - PetuniaUK38 contributionsFriendly team offering a range of water sports in a quieter part of Kalamata. The team are focused on their guests having a good time. One of the days we visited they advised that the waves were too strong to be enjoyable and perhaps it would be better to come back another time! It was so refreshing to see a company putting their clients (and children) ahead of profit.
The staff were very knowledgable and helpful. They were keen to share tips snd suggestions. I would highly recommend this serviceWritten July 20, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Nemesis🇬🇷Athens, Greece6,479 contributionsIn the historical square of Kalamata, every year had celebrations for the liberation of the city from the Ottoman yoke. Reproduction take place with the great heroes of 1821 Theodore Kolokotronis, Petrobeis, Papaflesas, Nikitaras, Anagnostaras and many other heroes with horses and traditional costumes. Kalamata is the first city to be liberated and the celebrations are magnificent. Worth to visit the city and see that. Also near to multipurpose 23 square there are many options for food, coffee or drink.Written March 26, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalamata
- The best outdoor activities in Kalamata according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Kalamata Beach
- Kalamata Municipal Railway Park
- Paralia Almyrou
- Glossa Beach
- Ippikos Omilos Kalamatas
- The best day trips from Kalamata according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Private Trip to Mani & Gerolimenas from Kalamata/Gythion
- Half-Day River Trekking Stenosia from Kalamata
- Private Messinia Full Day Tour with pick up
- Discover the beauty of the Messinian Inousses Islands on a Yacht
- Ancient Messene Private Tour from Athens
- The most popular things to do in Kalamata with children according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Victoria G. Karelias Collection of Greek Traditional Costumes
- Climb Up
- Explore Messinia
- We Transfer You
- Archaeological Museum of Messenia