Location: Katakolo
Top Things to do in Katakolo
The 7 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Katakolo, West Greece
Katakolo (Greek: Κατάκολο) is a seaside town in the municipality of Pyrgos in western Elis, Greece. It is situated on a headland overlooking the Ionian Sea and separating the Gulf of Kyparissia from the rest of the Ionian. It is 11 km west of Pyrgos. The small village of Agios Andreas, which in ancient times was the natural harbour for Ancient Olympia, lies northwest of Katakolo. A railway connects Katakolo with Pyrgos and Olympia..
Restaurants in Katakolo
1. Aristoteles Olivewood Workshop
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5.0 based on 43 reviews
A family business specializing in Greek handcrafted olivewood products, offering a friendly and professional service to our customers.
2. Thalassashop
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
TRADITIONAL GREEK PRODUCTS Olive tree wood - Ceramiks - Natural olive oil cosmetics - Greek deli. THALASSASHOP KATAKOLO GREECE (NEXT TO THE CHURCH SAN NIKOLAOS)
3. Kukuvaya
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5.0 based on 34 reviews
Kukuvaya is not the average souvenir shop. You will find a wide range of contemporary Greek gifts, everyday objects, accessories and souvenirs, made by modern Greek designers and talented producers! Kukuvaya means Owl in Greek - the Owl of Athena a symbol of knowledge, wisdom, perspicacity and erudition.
4. Mati Jewellery and More
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5.0 based on 25 reviews
5. Taxi katakolo tours by Dionisis
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
6. Museum of Ancient Greek Technology
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4.5 based on 118 reviews
A unique museum with reconstructed inventions of the ancient greek world! Interactive exhibits-replicas from the 7th c. BC.
Reviewed By rochesterrambler - Rochester, United Kingdom
The building may only be small world standards but it houses a wealth of knowlege regarding ancient Greek inventions. I was staggered to learn that centuries ago pilgrims visiting a holy shrine were able to use what apparently was one of the first inventions of a slot machine that would dispense a quantity of holy water by placing coins in the slot that fell onto a balance, which then opened a tap dispensing a measured amount of the water! This museum is full of similar technical inventions from industrial to medical use. If you are in Katakolo be sure not to miss this one
7. Greek Art Gallery
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4.0 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By 607jayb - Fairhope, United States
We usually try and collect original, locally produced art while on our trips. This is a "true" gallery, folks. Some stores loosely use that name, but this shop is for real. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable, talented and helpful. We wound up collecting two ancient pieces that had been restored by a local artisan and we are so proud of that purchase! If you are in the market for something other than typical souvenir "trinkets", this is your place! Tip; be prepared to "bargain" on the pricing and bring Euros as you will get a much better deal with cash!
