4-Day Greece road trip Starting from Kalamata to Athens

Kalamata has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Kalamata Municipal Railway Park. This attraction is a railway museum and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,024 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Kalamata, Notiás. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 535 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kalamata is Kardamo. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,040 customers.

Locals recommend Platea as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kalamata. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,263 customers.

Kalamata also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Kalamata is Blossom Owl / Coffee Shop / Roastery. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,098 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Kalamata is Bistroteca. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,331 customers.

Locals also enjoy Luna Lounge. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,364 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in Greece!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Athens. You’ll stay in Athens for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Kalamata’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Kalamata, start your day with a visit to the amazing Central Square. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,725 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Polylimnio Waterfalls. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,481 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Archaeological Site of Ancient Messini to make the most of your road trip across Greece. The spectacular Archaeological Site of Ancient Messini is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,124 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Kalamata has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Athens. Athens offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Karamanlidika. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,838 reviews.

The remarkable Atitamos is another top restaurant in Athens we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,348 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Maiandros restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,357 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Athens, the fantastic Couleur Locale. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,817 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful 360 Cocktail bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,580 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Upupa Epops - The bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,915 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Greece!

You’ll stay in Kalamata for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Acropolis Museum. This excellent attraction is an archaeological museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 63,138 visitors. Each year, Acropolis Museum attracts over 814,565 local and international travelers.

Around 72,080 travelers rated this attraction with 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Acropolis of Athens. Attracting over 1,807,580 visitors in a single year, it's clear that Acropolis of Athens is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is an acropoli and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 120,655 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Greece, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Greece. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Stavros Niarchos Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 36,525 visitors.

This outstanding cultural center has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 52,943 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Kalamata.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Kalamata, Taverna Argo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,054 customers.

Locals recommend Thiasos as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kalamata. Thiasos is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,125 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kalamata is Kentrikon. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,072 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Kalamata, Cosi Beach Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,023 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Le jardin. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 875 customers.

Ego Bar is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Kalamata. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 877 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Greece with a toast!

Day 4 of your road trip in Greece is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Kalamata before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Kalamata's Castle is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Kalamata. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,942 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Kalamata and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Greece.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Kalamata at Sto Kyma before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,036 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Oinopantopōleion for your last chance at a meal in the city of Kalamata. The Oinopantopōleion restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 721 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Limeni. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 746 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Kalamata. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Greece!