Cheap 6-Day Greece Road Trip from Kalamata to Tolo and Athens

You'll pick up your rental car in Kalamata and begin your adventure in Greece.

Kalamata 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 Kalamata and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Central Square will make your cheap holiday in Greece truly special. This attraction is a fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,725 visitors.

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 Kalamata. An excellent example is the popular Notiás. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 535 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Greece is Kardamo.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Platea. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,263 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Blossom Owl / Coffee Shop / Roastery is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,098 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Kalamata we recommend is Bistroteca, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,331 customers.

Luna Lounge is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,364 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Kalamata and end your day in the city of Tolo, 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 Kalamata is the amazing Kalamata Municipal Railway Park. This travel destination is a railway museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,024 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Kalamata Municipal Railway Park. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,177 travelers, a visit to this well-known railway museum and sightseeing spot in Kalamata is likely to make your vacation in Greece even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Kalamata is the outstanding Victoria Karelias Collection of Traditional Greek Costumes. This museum has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 545 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Greece, drop by the popular Archaeological Site of Ancient Messini. This attraction, an amazing top-tier point of interest, has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,124 travelers.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Tolo. Tolo 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 Tolo that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Tolo is Taverna Akrogiali. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,117 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Tolo, Ambrosía 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 192 diners.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Tolo’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Greece. For example, you can visit Nelly Apartments. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 264 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

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

On day 3 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 Nafplio and end your day in the city of Athens, 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 Nafplio is the amazing Archaeological Site of the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,740 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Ancient Theatre at the Asclepieion of Epidaurus. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 18,091 travelers, a visit to this well-known best-rated sightseeing destination and sightseeing spot in Nafplio is likely to make your vacation in Greece even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Nafplio is the outstanding Palamidi. This fortress has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,101 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Greece, drop by the popular Nafplio Port. This attraction, an amazing must-see tourist destination, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,882 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Mycenae. This archaeological site is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,740 visitors from all over the globe. Each year, around 342,854 travelers visit this attraction to cross it off their bucket lists.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Athens. Athens 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 Athens that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Athens is Karamanlidika. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,838 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Athens, Atitamos is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,348 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Maiandros restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Athens enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,357 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Athens’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Greece. For example, you can visit Couleur Locale. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,817 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is 360 Cocktail bar. This popular bar in Athens has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 7,580 bar-goers.

You can also go to Upupa Epops - The bar as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Upupa Epops - The bar is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 5,915 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Athens.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Temple of Olympian Zeus. This incredible attraction is an ancient greek temple that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 25,941 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Acropolis Museum. This spectacular archaeological museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 63,138 reviews.

This well-known acropolis and marvelous attraction hosts 1,807,580 visitors in one year. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Acropolis of Athens has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 120,655 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Greece is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Parthenon.

This local attraction is a captivating archaeological site with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 31,957 travelers.

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When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Ama Lachei 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 4,018 customers.

Efcharis restaurant is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Athens. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,655 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Tavern Klimataria (est.1927), 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 3,650 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Athens, 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 Athens.

The Clumsies is a fantastic bar many locals in Athens 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 5,694 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Kuko's The Bar, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,785 customers.

Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Athens. Customers have rated the exciting Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,926 reviews.

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

Buckle up because day 5 of your affordable vacation in Greece will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

Each year, this popular place of interest welcomes over 594,219 travelers from across the world. Around 28,435 visitors have rated this excellent national museum and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing National Garden of Athens on this leg of your self-drive tour in Greece. This attraction is a well-known park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 35,829 travelers.

The remarkable Philopappos Hill is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Greece. This attraction, an amazing park, is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 18,153 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Stavros Niarchos Park. This popular site is a valued park in South Athens and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 36,525 visitors.

Another must-visit in South Athens is the spectacular Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. This outstanding cultural center and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from more than 52,943 travelers.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Greece. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Greece. Make your cheap holiday experience in Greece more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Kalamata offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Greece. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Kalamata offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Greece.

Taverna Argo is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,054 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Kalamata is Thiasos, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,125 customers.

Kentrikon offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Kalamata. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,072 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Kalamata’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Cosi Beach Bar is an excellent example of a great bar in Kalamata offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,023 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Le jardin, another of locals’ go-to bars in Kalamata. Le jardin is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 875 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Ego Bar is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Kalamata. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 877 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Greece with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Greece!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Greece as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 6 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Kalamata.

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 Kalamata is the remarkable Kalamata's Castle. This must-see tourist destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,942 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Kalamata, consider a top-rated restaurant like Sto Kyma. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,036 customers.

Oinopantopōleion 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 721 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Limeni. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 746 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Greece and your fun memories in Kalamata.

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