7-Day Greece Road Trip from Athens traveling north to Larissa, Thessaloniki, and Volos

Athens has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Temple of Olympian Zeus. This attraction is an ancient greek temple and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 25,941 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 Athens, Karamanlidika. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,838 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Athens is Atitamos. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,348 customers.

Locals recommend Maiandros restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Athens. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,357 customers.

Athens also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Athens is Couleur Locale. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,817 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Athens is 360 Cocktail bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,580 customers.

Locals also enjoy Upupa Epops - The bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,915 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Greece!

You still have 2 nights left in Athens.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Ancient Agora of Athens. This incredible attraction is an archaeological site and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 31,957 visitors.

Acropolis Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 63,138 visitors. Acropolis Museum attracts about 814,565 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Odeon of Herodes Atticus. This amazing attraction is an odeon and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 14,807 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Acropolis of Athens. This acropolis and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 120,655 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Parthenon. This ancient greek temple is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 72,080 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Athens.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Athens, like Ama Lachei. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,018 customers.

Efcharis restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Athens. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,655 customers.

Locals enjoy Tavern Klimataria (est.1927), one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Athens. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,650 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Athens, The Clumsies. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,694 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Kuko's The Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,785 customers.

Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida is another of the best bars in the city of Athens. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,926 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Greece!

Day 3 of your road trip through Greece gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Larissa for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 18,153 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, National Garden of Athens. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,829 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

This popular national museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,435 visitors.

The spectacular Nea Filadelfeia Forest is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 8,167 visitors.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Larissa, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Las Ramblas Coffeebar, one of the best restaurants in the city of Larissa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,338 customers.

Locals also recommend Vosporos | Restaurant * Bar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Larissa. Vosporos | Restaurant * Bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 990 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Larissa is Greek restaurant "O Tasos". This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 713 customers.

After dinner, visit Gossip Downtown, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Larissa. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,557 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Klímax. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,734 customers.

Alternatively, KUBRICK Pure Social “ Club ” is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Larissa. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,128 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Greece!

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 Pieria 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 Platamon Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,319 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Mount Olympus National Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 2,863 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Katerini Municipal Park. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,501 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Pieria, 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.

After dinner, visit Pulp to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Thessaloniki, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,573 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kitchen Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Kitchen Bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,067 customers.

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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 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 Volos. You’ll stay in Volos for 1 night. 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 Aristotelous Square. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 42,179 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating White Tower of Thessaloniki. This fortified tower and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 50,663 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible White Tower of Thessaloniki welcomes 290,192 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos to make the most of your road trip across Greece. The spectacular The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,531 visitors.

The lovely Arch of Galerius and Rotunda is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 11,979 visitors have left this tetrapylon average ratings of 4.6 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 Agias Sofias Square. This attraction is a square rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 10,128 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 Volos. Volos 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 Staphylos. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,498 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Volos, the fantastic Red Nose Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Greece!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Greece. Today, you'll wake up in Volos and embark on a scenic drive to Athens, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Volos and South Athens 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 Volos. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Saint Konstantinos Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,127 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Volos Port. This attraction, a beloved port, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,812 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Volos is the stunning Paralia Voloy. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,016 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Stavros Niarchos Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 36,525 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. This cultural center and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 52,943 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Water Square. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,874 visitors.

The lovely Palaio Faliro is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 7,976 visitors have left this city an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in South Athens, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Athens. When you arrive in Athens 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 Rosalia. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,226 customers.

Locals also recommend Kuzina, another of the best restaurants in Athens. Kuzina is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,585 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at LIONDI Traditional Greek Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,159 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Brettos to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Athens, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,481 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ippopotamos. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Ippopotamos has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,396 customers.

Mayros Gatos is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,357 customers.

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!

Day 7 of your road trip in Greece is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Athens 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.

Roman Agora is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Athens. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,799 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Athens at Arcadia Restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,812 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Barley Cargo for your last chance at a meal in the city of Athens. The Barley Cargo restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,676 customers.

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