Location: Amaliada
Top Things to do in Amaliada
Top 10 Things to do in Amaliada, Greece
Amaliada (Greek: Αμαλιάδα, Katharevousa: Ἀμαλιάς, Amaliás) is a town and a former municipality in northwestern Elis, West Greece, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Ilida, of which it is the seat and a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 251.945 km. In 2011, the municipal unit had 28,520 inhabitants, of whom 16,763 lived in the town of Amaliada. It is near the archaeological site of Elis, the city-state whose territory was the site of the ancient Olympic Games. It is situated in the plains of Elis, 6 km from the Ionian Sea. It is 10 km southeast of Gastouni, 16 km northwest of Pyrgos and 60 km southwest of Patras.
Restaurants in Amaliada
1. Kourouta Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By Goroz - Greece
Long sandy beach, full of beach bars, sun beds, parasols etc. During summer and especially in August is full of visitors and holds the title of the hot spot place to be in Elias region of Peloponnese. Five km from Amaliada city and 20 km from Pyrgos, is the summer destination to chill out, swim, have some rest or …. summer party, all day and night …
2. Skafidia Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By evalia99 - Athens, Greece
When talking about Skafidia beach most people refer to the one that stretches out in front of the all-inclusive Aldemar hotel. In fact, Skafidia is a tiny little bay to the right of the hotel that you need to drive through Skafidia village to get to. Anyway, the large beach is nice and sandy with lots of umbrellas to rent whereas the other one is a rather small one that you need to squeeze in among other people with no guaranteed view of the sea itself. Again some umbrellas and sunbeds to use for free with the obligation to order something from the beach bar. Very clean, shallow waters for both Beaches, however they seem to be battered by winds all summer and it is very rarely you will see any calm waters, especially in August. We've been told by friends who stayed at the all-inclusive hotel that they did not get the chance to swim in the sea for the whole of their 10-day stay. However, due to the shallow waters it is fun to swim with the waves, especially for kids who did not get enough of it. For parents, it was not as relaxing as we wanted, as we had to keep an eye on the kids most of the time.
3. Archaeological Museum of Ancient Elis
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Spiros Z - Amaliada, Greece
If you happen to be around Ilia you should visit this now well known museum which is located as people say at the birth place of the olympic games. You should walk around the archeological site and near by there is a lake that is worth visiting. You should combine your visit to this museum with a visit to the Ancient Olympia museum and have a whole picture about the history of the olympic games.
4. Beer-Bike Katakolo
Overall Ratings
5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By Noins - West Kirby, United Kingdom
An excellent trip by the harbour, seen beer bikes before and wanted to try them. Great fun, best of all Yannis and Georgio were excellent hosts, really good fun, they had my wife Greek dancing in the Sunshine while I drank beer and listened to Georgio stories, what more can you ask for. Would highly recommend this for anyone. It's not too hard to pedal either, we managed it with just 4 of us.
5. Palouki beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By tradIndy - indy
We had the beach to ourselves in late may. There's a small marina for small boats (no cruise ships here). An excellent restaurant next to the port called Porto Marine Fish Grill Restaurant Beach Bar (ΣΚΟΥΡΘΟΥΝΤΑΣ) gave us the best meal of a 2 week trip.
There's a small modern sculpture of a mermaid at the ports entrance.
6. Mercouri Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 84 reviews
The Mercouri Estate is located in the Western Peloponnese, near the village of Korakochori, 12 km from Pyrgos. Ii is extensive with 150 years of history in the production of quality wine and olive oil. In addition, it is also active in the tourism sector, welcoming friends of nature and wine who can visit the facilities, vineyards and olive groves, come into contact with the beautiful nature that surrounds the estate and taste the products.
Reviewed By ltcjdc - Atlanta, Georgia
We were very impressed with the ambience and quality of the wine at this charming vineyard. The tasting and snacks was excellent and the variety and quality of the wine was great. The staff was friendly and helpful. Everyone in our tour was very happy with this stop. Worth a trip from anywhere in the area.
7. Museum of Ancient Greek Technology
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By Patsiegirl - Winchester, United Kingdom
Do not miss this excellent Museum, beautifully laid out and with explanations in English and other languages. It is chock full of wonderful inventions and you could spend a good 2 hours there and still want to return. The lady in charge was delightful, friendly...MoreThank you for your review and your visit at the Museum.
8. Agia Marina Beach
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4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By ChrisWOwens - London, United Kingdom
Went with a friend to spend the day there. Nice beach, with warm water. You don't have to pay for loungers and umbrellas if you buy something like a coffee from the kantina.
Food and drinks are cheap and staff can take your order at the loungers. The water is very clear and the beach nice and sandy.
family friendly. you can see Zakynthos in the distance.
9. Marathias Forest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By baouftou
This forest would be nice, but... It's full of trast, the old cinema inside is closed and left to decompose there. The beach just infront of the forest is nice because there are no businesses there but other than that its dirty and always a spot for lurkers. Last thing and really important. There were several dogs abandoned in the forest. Be carefull of dogs that barely live, unfed and untreated.... Fix your forest!!!
10. Legends Of Greek Mythology
Overall Ratings
5 based on 9 reviews
Greek Mythology Theme Park | Pyrgos Ileias | West Greece For the first time globally, renowned monsters of Greek mythology bearing huge dimensions are presented in 3-D form! Exhibits of Creatures of the Ancient Greek Mythology The Greek Mythology Theme Park combines entertainment with education for all ages while at the same time it is a special attraction for children.
Reviewed By Evi S
Καταπληκτικο μερος που διδασκει και σε ταξιδεύει στην ελληνικη μυθολογια... ομορφος και καθαρός χωρος και πολυ ωραιο περιβαλλον.... must visit ...
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