Top Things to do in Messenia Region
The 10 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Messenia Region, Peloponnese
Discover the best top things to do in Messenia Region, Greece including Ancient Messini, Ben Olive Mill, Messinia Sailing, Proti Cruises, Explore Messinia, Climb Up, Victoria G. Karelias Collection of Greek Traditional Costumes, Polylimnio Waterfall, Golden Beach (Divari Beach), Voidokilia Beach.
Restaurants in Messenia Region
1. Ancient Messini
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 758 reviews
Reviewed By mikeo229 - Baldock, United Kingdom
Ancient Messini is a little off the beaten track (but quiet as a result) but well worth the visit. Not only does it have two well preserved theatres (a large Amphitheater and small Roman theatre), a large Agora with surrounding buildings, several temples and a host of smaller buildings, a Roman House with good mosaics but also one of the best preserved Stadiums you could ever wish to see. Many columns are still standing, especially around the stadium and the overall setting, surrounded by mountains is simply magnificent. Away from the main site (about 1k past the Museum heading out of town) is a well preserved gate and stretch of wall and, if you turn left just before reaching the gate there is another very well preserved stretch of wall. You need at least 2 hours to visit the main site and allow perhaps 30 minutes to visit the small Museum (included in the 12 Euro entrance fee) and another hour if you want to see the wall and gate. Back in town there is a good Taverna overlooking the site.
2. Ben Olive Mill
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 84 reviews
Ben (Benakoplous) Olive Mill Tour & Tasting is a unique experience just a 25-minute drive from Kalamata. In your visit, you’ll walk in a century-old olive grove that have been groomed and harvested the antique way for over 4 generations. Next, you’ll learn about the production of olive oil in a private mill. Lastly, you’ll finish with an olive oil tasting lesson and learn about the great benefits of olive oil. Live a unique experience!
3. Messinia Sailing
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5.0 based on 93 reviews
Welcome to Messinia Sailing Explore the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean seas. Daily sailing cruises, fishing trips, pleasure boats chartering, weddings, parties, proposals & events around Messinia Peloponnese. Sailing practice and yacht services for our customers.
4. Proti Cruises
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5.0 based on 181 reviews
Take a mini-cruise with Proti Cruises! Swim, relax and explore Proti, a beautiful uninhabited island directly across the fishing village of Marathopoli, Messenia – just a mile away from the coast. Crystal clear turquoise water, an idyllic cove with pale sand, breathtaking sunsets, trekking to ancient ruins, a WWII shipwreck, old pirate engravings, the Cave of Seals... You may even spot a dolphin!
5. Explore Messinia
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5.0 based on 689 reviews
Explore the region of south Peloponnese through organized tours and outdoor activities. Paddle along the most beautiful coastal routes leading to hidden beaches, sea caves, picturesque fishing villages and uninhabited nearby islands. Walk through the olive groves, over stone built trails and shady pathways leading back in time, linking nature with people and their traditions. We offer daytrips of all levels designed for families, couples and individuals who seek for memorable experiences during their stay. Sea kayaking, Hiking ,River trekking, Canyoning, Rafting daytrips are available everyday.
6. Climb Up
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 495 reviews
Climb Up is made up by professional travelers, certified and skilled mountain leaders, climbing instructors and tour guides, who offer you the possibility to get to know the Greek countryside and the mountain up close, by unique experiences. Throughout the year, we offer you a strictly selected range of activities regarding rock climbing, hiking, city brakes, fun trips and archeological monuments. We undertake to take you to some of the most popular urban and mountainous destinations of Greece, for single-day or multiday excursions. Our activities are aimed at world class destinations of Greece especially around the mythical Arcadia, the legendary Sparta and cosmopolitan Messinia.
7. Victoria G. Karelias Collection of Greek Traditional Costumes
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5.0 based on 110 reviews
The Victoria G. Karelias Collection of greek traditional costumes was created, initially as a private collection, by the founding member and long-standing president of the Lyceum Club of Greek Women of Kalamata, V. Karelias. The collection comprises a large number of complete outfits, as worn by women and men, from all regions of Greece.
Reviewed By zoit589 - Kifissia, Greece
Unique, astounding presentatinon of well preserved traditional costumes as well as jewels and everyday items, placed in a magical set - scenery - discreetly accompanied by music performances from all around Greece. Polite and willing personnel .
8. Polylimnio Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 490 reviews
Reviewed By Tony189400 - Athens, Greece
If you love waterfalls then polylimnio is a beautifull place to visit Its about a 3 hour drive from Athens or one could use the Kalamata airport to be a half an hour away.In order for someone to enjoy this place he should be in good health because you have to hike down for about 500 meters in order to reach the first lake but if you make it you will be amazed .The feeling of being in very beautiful natural environment is what you will encouter
9. Golden Beach (Divari Beach)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 164 reviews
Reviewed By HMDresearch - Athens, Greece
“People say I make strange choices, but they’re not strange for me. My "sickness" is that I’m fascinated by human behavior, by what’s underneath the surface, by the worlds inside people...There are four questions of value in life: What is sacred? Of what is the spirit made? What is worth living for, and what is worth dying for? The answer to each is the same. Only love....I think the thing to do is to enjoy the ride while you’re on it.” -Johnny Depp
10. Voidokilia Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,093 reviews
Reviewed By LindaWNottm - Nottingham, United Kingdom
We hired bicycles at a very reasonable cost from Martin's on the main Street through Gialova (which is open 24hrs) then headed off along the beach road and across the lagoon toVoidakilia Beach (saw flamingoes and herons on the way) then parked up on the beach for a couple of hours on the beach. You need to bring everything with you -a parasol for shade and food and drink. The bay is beautiful fine sand sloping very gently down - you can be a fair way out before you are out if your depth. Water was clear, fishes swimming everywhere. We went early but by lunchtime it was busy and we cycled back. We loved it.
