5-Day Greece Road Trip from Thessaloniki traveling west to Larissa
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-day road trip through Greece.
This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Greece. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Thessaloniki and 2 nights in Larissa, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Greece. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Thessaloniki, Larissa, and Kalambaka. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Greece you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Thessaloniki, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Greece, including the stunning Aristotelous Square and Kapani.
You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.
Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Greece. From the magnificent Agias Sofias Square to the breathtaking White Tower of Thessaloniki and The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Arch of Galerius and Rotunda and learn more about the unique Meteora to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Thessaloniki, Larissa, and Kalambaka, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Greece. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Greece.
Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Greece. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Greece.
Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Greece.
You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Greece has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.
You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.
Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Greece. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.
You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Greece extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.
The best services in Greece fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Greece today!
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Day 1 – Thessaloniki - arrival day
Day 1 – Thessaloniki - arrival day
- Thessaloniki - Arrival day
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- Aristotelous Square
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Your road trip adventure in Greece begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Thessaloniki. You’ll stay in Thessaloniki for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.
Thessaloniki has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Aristotelous Square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 42,179 visitors.
When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.
Thessaloniki also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Thessaloniki is Pulp. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,573 customers.
Another of the best bars in the city of Thessaloniki is Kitchen Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,067 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Greece!
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Day 2 – Thessaloniki and Larissa
Day 2 – Thessaloniki and Larissa
- Thessaloniki
- Thessaly and Central Greece
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Drive 157 km, 2 hours 43 min
- Kapani
- Agias Sofias Square
- White Tower of Thessaloniki
- Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki
- The Umbrellas by Zongolopoulos
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Greece, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Thessaloniki. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Larissa. You’ll stay in Larissa for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Thessaloniki’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Thessaloniki, start your day with a visit to the amazing Kapani. This much-appreciated market and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,510 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Agias Sofias Square. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,128 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular White Tower of Thessaloniki to make the most of your road trip across Greece. The spectacular White Tower of Thessaloniki is a fortified tower that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 50,663 visitors. Every year, around 290,192 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.
The lovely Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 6,924 visitors have left this archaeological museum average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 13,531 reviews.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Thessaloniki has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Larissa. Larissa 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 Las Ramblas Coffeebar. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,338 reviews.
The remarkable Vosporos | Restaurant * Bar is another top restaurant in Larissa we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 990 customers.
If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Greek restaurant "O Tasos" is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 713 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Larissa, the fantastic Gossip Downtown. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,557 customers.
To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Klímax. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,734 customers.
Another bar with a great atmosphere is KUBRICK Pure Social “ Club ”. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,128 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Greece!
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Day 3 – Kalambaka and Larissa
Day 3 – Kalambaka and Larissa
- Thessaly and Central Greece
- Meteora
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Drive 181 km, 4 hours
- The Great Meteoron Holy Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour
- Monastery of Varlaam
- Meteora
- Main Observation Deck of Meteora
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On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Larissa, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Larissa.
Today you'll explore the city of Kalambaka. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa G. I. Katsigras Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,036 visitors.
Diachronic museum of Larissa is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Kalambaka. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 654 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Kalambaka is First Ancient Theatre, Larissa. This amazing attraction is a greek theatre and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 589 visitors.
To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Greece to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.
When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Larissa.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Larissa, like Bukowski Eatery&Drink. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 762 customers.
Loúkoulos is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Larissa. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 674 customers.
Locals enjoy THE ALLEY, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Larissa. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 515 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Larissa, Volta Espresso Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,099 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Dikastiko. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,215 customers.
Vosporos | Restaurant * Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Larissa. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 990 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Greece!
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Day 4 – Thessaloniki
Day 4 – Thessaloniki
- Veroia
- Thessaloniki
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Drive 268 km, 4 hours 1 min
- Museum of the Royal Tombs at Aigai (Aegae)
- Holy Monastery of the Virgin Mary Soumela
- Lazaristes Monastery
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Greece. Today, you'll wake up in Larissa and embark on a scenic drive to Thessaloniki, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Larissa and Central Macedonia before you reach your end destination for the day.
It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Larissa. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa G. I. Katsigras Museum. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,036 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible Diachronic museum of Larissa. This attraction, a beloved archaeological museum, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 654 visitors.
If you have time, another site you could explore in Larissa is the stunning First Ancient Theatre, Larissa. This greek theatre and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 589 visitors.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Museum of the Royal Tombs at Aigai (Aegae). This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 8,329 visitors.
If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Holy Shrine of the Virgin Mary Soumela. This place of worship and attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 6,055 reviews.
Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Lazaristes Monastery. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,480 visitors.
When you're done with your sightseeing in Central Macedonia, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Thessaloniki. When you arrive in Thessaloniki you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.
We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Sebriko. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,978 customers.
This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.
End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Greece, and look forward to more great days to come!
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Day 5 – Thessaloniki - departure day
Day 5 – Thessaloniki - departure day
- Thessaloniki - Departure day
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- Arch of Galerius and Rotunda
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Day 5 of your road trip in Greece is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Thessaloniki 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.
Arch of Galerius and Rotunda is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Thessaloniki. This tetrapylon and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,979 visitors.
Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Thessaloniki and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Greece.
You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Thessaloniki at Charoupi before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,912 customers.
Alternatively, we also recommend The Rouga for your last chance at a meal in the city of Thessaloniki. The The Rouga restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,900 customers.
If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try The Greek. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,117 customers.
You’ll then say farewell to Thessaloniki. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Greece!
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