Kalamata is the capital of Messenia, in the Peloponnese; it is the largest city and offers plenty to see and do. You can enjoy its beaches, numerous tavernas and beach bars, shopping district, and Old Town—home to the castle, museums, and fantastic churches. It also boasts a farmers’ market, which we loved. Where to stay We stayed at Camping Fare […]
We headed to Koroni because we saw it was a picturesque coastal town featuring a 13th-century Venetian fortress and charming tavernas. Plus, the town was within walking distance of the campsite, which had a pool. We loved the town—it was one of the most beautiful we’ve ever seen. Where to stay We stayed at Camping Koroni (36.7995, 21.9506 lat/long), a […]
Methoni Castle is a huge 13th-century Venetian fortress, built in 1209 and one of the largest in Greece. It is famous for its 14-arch stone bridge and the small octagonal tower of Bourtzi, located on a rocky islet at the southern end. It is impressive; we spent several hours walking through it, and the Bourtzi Tower is beautiful. Admission to […]
Methoni is known for its enormous 13th-century Venetian fortress, which you can see in the next blog post, as it deserves its own separate post. But Methoni is also famous for its pristine sandy beaches and its peaceful, authentic Greek village atmosphere. It’s a charming town where you can find everything you need. Where to stay We stayed at Camping […]
