9-Day Greece road trip from Thessaloniki to Larissa, Ioannina, and Trikala

Your road trip adventure in Greece begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Thessaloniki. You’ll stay in Thessaloniki for 4 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.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Thessaloniki, Kanoula. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,335 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Thessaloniki is rOOTS. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,104 customers.

Locals recommend Opsopoion Maganeiai as one of the best restaurants in the city of Thessaloniki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,640 customers.

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 Makedonia Palace Hotel. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,530 customers.

Locals also enjoy Kitchen Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,067 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Greece!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Thessaloniki has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Thessaloniki by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Thessaloniki. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Thessaloniki, like the extraordinary The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,531 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Thessaloniki is the spectacular Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki. This attraction is an archaeological museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,924 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing White Tower of Thessaloniki. This fortified tower has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 50,663 visitors. Up to 290,192 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Agias Sofias Square is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This square is a popular destination among visitors in Thessaloniki. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,128 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Kapani. Kapani is a market and popular attraction in Thessaloniki. More than 11,510 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Thessaloniki does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Thessaloniki on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Greece, be sure to eat at Giok Balik, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Thessaloniki. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,336 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Thessaloniki is the popular Loupino Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,657 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Thessaloniki is Sebriko. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,978 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Dentro sto Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Thessaloniki for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,446 customers.

Wall by Wall is another of the most popular bars in the city of Thessaloniki. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,128 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Thessaloniki is SKYLINE - OTE Tower. SKYLINE - OTE Tower has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Thessaloniki!

Day 3 of your road trip across Greece is another day in the magnificent Thessaloniki. You now have 2 nights left in Thessaloniki. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Thessaloniki offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Thessaloniki is the stunning Holy Church of Saint Demetrius, Patron Saint of Thessalonica. This has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 5,576 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Arch of Galerius and Rotunda in the city of Thessaloniki. This attraction is a tetrapylon and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,979 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Thessaloniki is the incredible Atatürk Museum. This attraction is a house museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,420 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Heptapyrgion of Thessaloniki. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,550 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Acropolis of Thessaloniki. This park is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,133 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Thessaloniki you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Thessaloniki has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Thessaloniki, Charoupi. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,912 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Thessaloniki that locals enjoy, eat at The Rouga. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,900 customers.

Another of the best restaurant options in the city of Thessaloniki is The Greek. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,117 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Thessaloniki, Loupino Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,657 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Thessaloniki, we recommend the cocktails at Tribeca. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,262 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Thessaloniki is Castra- All Day Terrace Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,882 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Thessaloniki!

Day 4 of your road trip through Greece gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Vergina and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Larissa. You will stay in Larissa for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Vergina is the amazing Polycentric Museum of Aigai (Aegae) - Main Building. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,711 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Museum of the Royal Tombs at Aigai (Aegae). With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,329 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

You can make the most of your new day in Vergina by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Greece. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

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 Mpakalógatos as one of the best restaurants in the city of Larissa. Mpakalógatos is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,836 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Larissa is Akamatra - Akamatra. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

After dinner, visit Nonna Rossa, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Larissa. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,797 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gossip Downtown. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,557 customers.

Alternatively, Klímax is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Larissa. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,734 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Greece. Today, you'll wake up in Larissa and embark on a scenic drive to Ioannina, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Larissa 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 Central Bridge. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,951 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Trikala City Center Square. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,935 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Larissa is the stunning Byzantine Castle of Trikala. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,091 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated park in Larissa. The popular Matsopoulos Park is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,871 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

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 Matsopoulos Mill. This attraction is a museum rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 926 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like PsISTARIA TAVERNA "O SAKIS". This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 885 customers.

Locals also recommend Balsamico, another of the best restaurants in Ioannina. Balsamico is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,077 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Frontzoy Politeia - Frontzu Politia Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,712 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Spitaki me thea to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Ioannina, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,243 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Palia Agora. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Palia Agora has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,278 customers.

Scala is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 909 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!

On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Ioannina, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Ioannina.

Today you'll explore the city of Kanallaki. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Necromanteion of Acheron. This incredible attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,869 visitors.

Acheron Springs is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Kanallaki. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 13,175 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 Ioannina.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Ioannina, like Motley Coffeesweet. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,564 customers.

Metsovitiki Folia is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Ioannina. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,924 customers.

Locals enjoy Frontzu Politia - Hotel, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Ioannina. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,241 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Ioannina, Equus. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 990 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Omilos. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 900 customers.

Chevalier is another of the best bars in the city of Ioannina. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 739 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in Greece, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Ioannina. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Trikala. You’ll stay in Trikala for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Ioannina’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Ioannina, start your day with a visit to the amazing The Clock Tower of Ioannina. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,943 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Ioannina Castle. This castle and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,412 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Ich Kale Acropolis of Ioannina to make the most of your road trip across Greece. The spectacular Ich Kale Acropolis of Ioannina is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,163 visitors.

The lovely Cave of Perama is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 6,636 visitors have left this show cave average ratings of 4.8 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 Moyseio Ellinikis Istorias Payloy Vrelli. This attraction is a museum rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 7,022 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Ioannina has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Trikala. Trikala 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 Ouzo Vasilis. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 972 reviews.

The remarkable To Chani is another top restaurant in Trikala we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,894 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Palia Istoria is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,654 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Trikala, the fantastic Krypti Mpar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bonjour Cafe Trikala. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,081 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Ivy. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 766 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Greece!

Day 8 of your road trip through Greece gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Kastraki and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Thessaloniki. You will stay in Thessaloniki for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Kastraki is the amazing The Great Meteoron Holy Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour. This attraction is a place of worship that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,462 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible monastery, Meteora. With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 35,413 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

You can make the most of your new day in Kastraki by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Greece. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Palati Thessaloniki, one of the best restaurants in the city of Thessaloniki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,775 customers.

After dinner, visit The Blue Cup | Creative bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Thessaloniki. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,254 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Menta. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,241 customers.

Alternatively, Apallou is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Thessaloniki. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,504 customers.

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

Day 9 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.

Thessaloniki Waterfront is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Thessaloniki. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,957 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’ll then say farewell to Thessaloniki. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Greece!