Cheap 5-Day Greece Road Trip from Thessaloniki traveling west to Larissa

Your exciting road trip through Greece starts when you reach the incredible city of Thessaloniki, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Thessaloniki and begin your adventure in Greece.

Thessaloniki is a popular cheap holiday destination in Greece with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Thessaloniki and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Aristotelous Square will make your cheap holiday in Greece truly special. This attraction is a fascinating square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 42,179 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Thessaloniki.

Pulp is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,573 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Thessaloniki we recommend is Kitchen Bar, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,067 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Greece!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Greece, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Thessaloniki and end your day in the city of Larissa, where you'll stay for 2 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Thessaloniki is the amazing Kapani. This travel destination is a market that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,510 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Agias Sofias Square. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,128 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Thessaloniki is likely to make your vacation in Greece even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Thessaloniki is the outstanding White Tower of Thessaloniki. This fortified tower has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 50,663 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Greece, drop by the popular Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki. This attraction, an amazing archaeological museum, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,924 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,531 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Greece. To have the best affordable travel experience in Greece, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Greece unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Greece.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Larissa. Larissa is another cheap travel destination in Greece where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Greece can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Larissa that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Larissa is Las Ramblas Coffeebar. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,338 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Larissa, Vosporos | Restaurant * Bar is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 990 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Greek restaurant "O Tasos". Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Larissa enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 713 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Larissa’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Greece. For example, you can visit Gossip Downtown. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,557 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Klímax. This popular bar in Larissa has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,734 bar-goers.

You can also go to KUBRICK Pure Social “ Club ” as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular KUBRICK Pure Social “ Club ” is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,128 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Greece!

Day 3 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across Greece is proof that there's more to the city of Kalambaka than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Kalambaka and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Larissa.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa G. I. Katsigras Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 1,036 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Diachronic museum of Larissa. This spectacular archaeological museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 654 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous First Ancient Theatre, Larissa during a vacation in Kalambaka. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing First Ancient Theatre, Larissa has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 589 reviews.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Greece more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Kalambaka, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Larissa for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Bukowski Eatery&Drink is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 762 customers.

Loúkoulos is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Larissa. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 674 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at THE ALLEY, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 515 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Larissa, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Larissa.

Volta Espresso Bar is a fantastic bar many locals in Larissa recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,099 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Dikastiko, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,215 customers.

Vosporos | Restaurant * Bar is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Larissa. Customers have rated the exciting Vosporos | Restaurant * Bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 990 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Greece!

On day 4 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Greece, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Thessaloniki and end your day in the city of Thessaloniki, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Thessaloniki is the amazing Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa G. I. Katsigras Museum. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,036 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Diachronic museum of Larissa. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 654 travelers, a visit to this well-known archaeological museum and sightseeing spot in Thessaloniki is likely to make your vacation in Greece even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Thessaloniki is the outstanding First Ancient Theatre, Larissa. This greek theatre has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 589 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Greece. To have the best affordable travel experience in Greece, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Greece unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Greece.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Thessaloniki. Thessaloniki is another cheap travel destination in Greece where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Greece can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Thessaloniki that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Thessaloniki is Sebriko. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,978 customers.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Thessaloniki enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Thessaloniki’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Greece.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Greece!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Greece as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Thessaloniki.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Greece.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Thessaloniki is the remarkable Arch of Galerius and Rotunda. This tetrapylon and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,979 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Thessaloniki, consider a top-rated restaurant like Charoupi. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,912 customers.

The Rouga is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,900 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is The Greek. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,117 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Greece and your fun memories in Thessaloniki.

You’ll then say farewell to Thessaloniki and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Greece!