Things to do & places to visit in West Greece, Greece

West Greece #12 destination in Greece 2023. The average rating score is 4.52 based on 14.9k traveler reviews, of 90 attractions. Timezone: Europe/Athens, current date and time: Sunday, May 05, 2024, 14:34.

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5.0 The Municipal Museum of the Kalavryta Holocaust (481 reviews)
- Powerful and Moving
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Historic Sites • History Museums

Very well presented museum which tells the tragic history of the WW2 massacre of civilians in the city. The relics and the video (in English) paint a very powerful and moving story. Absolutely worth a visit. 3 Euro entrance. Normally open every day except Monday, but open every day during August (at least in Aug 2021). See more..
5.0 Klio's Honey Farm (402 reviews)
- Bees!!
Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Farms

On my farm in Ancient Olympia, from which my grandparents made their living, and today is the basis of my own agricultural activities, you'll enjoy Greek hospitality. You will walk into our cool garden with trees and vegetables. I will guide you through my private collection, where I'll show you the secrets of honey production and other agricultural products from both past and present. Finally you will taste the products of my little farm and traditional sweets with honey from my bees, which with the help of my mother, will be prepared in front of you. Klio the beekeeper See more..
5.0 Hermes by Praxiteles (394 reviews)
- 2,500 y/o sophistication
Monuments & Statues

There are a dozen artifacts in The Archeological Museum of Olympia that stop you dead in your tracks and where your jaw drops. Hermes and the Infant Dionysus, or the Hermes of Praxiteles, certainly did that for me. Sculpted from fine Parian marble it glows with charm and energy ; is that a smile on Hermes' lips ? Look closely as you circle the figure. The statue seems not 100 % finished : the face and chest of Hermes are super polished, but his back is raw with clear traces of the chisel. His left foot, which is the original one (right one is a restoration) shows some faint traces of red colour. If this was the only piece in the museum, it still would be worth visiting. See more..
5.0 Olympia Land Winery (222 reviews)
- Wine, Cheese and Olive Oil!
Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

An unforgettable excursion to the family winery Olympia Land Estate which is into the green valley of Olympia and just 5 minutes from the archaeological site. The particular terroir of the region, the excellent microclimate, the clayey and sandy soil help our vines to grow healthy and very aromatic grapes in order to produce high quality wines. In the Olympia Land Estate you have the opportunity to be part in a tour which start with a walk on the vineyards where you learn about the cultivation of the vines, continue in the production area and finally in the cellar with the oak barrels. After the tour you will enjoy samples of our wines, our homemade olive oil and also other traditional snacks in the air-conditioned reception area. We are on your disposal to help you to organize quickly and easily your excursion which will be for you a memorable experience. See more..
5.0 Topos Thysias (85 reviews)
- Sacred land
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites

on the hill of Kapi, located 500 meters from the center, on the road to Ski Center See more..
5.0 Salt Museum (71 reviews)
- Museum for everyone that will surprise you
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Natural History Museums

Visitors can learn about the different types of salt, its variety of colours and granulometry and finally be impressed by the 14,000 different uses of salt.Visitors can also view works of art by artists inspired from Salt. They could see the unique collection of 1500 salt shakers from the 19th century until nowadays. See more..
5.0 Messolonghi by Locals (47 reviews)
- Phenomenal boat tour and I'm actually a local
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Visitor Centers

Messolonghi by Locals” is a non-profit organization. The work of the organization concerns the study, promotion and preservation of the local cultural heritage and environment as well as the organisation of cultural tourism and ecotourism experiences for locals and visitors of the city. See more..
5.0 Gorge of Vouraikos (46 reviews)
- Wonderful hike
Geologic Formations

We hiked all the way down from Kalavrita to Diakopto, hey the swim in the sea, relaxed and had coffee and then we took the train all the way up. It's a great hike, almost nobody else hiking despite the high season. See more..
4.5 Archaeological Site of Olympia (3.994 reviews) from $9.64
- One of the best remains of ancient Greece.
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites

Well preserved and documented area. Should be part of your visit to the Peloponnese region and certainly a must-see for lovers of ancient Greece. One ticket allows you to visit also the museum of the area and the museum of the Olympic games. See more..
4.5 Archaeological Museum of Olympia (2.047 reviews)
- Superb museum
History Museums

This is a superb museum displaying treasures found in the archaeological site of Olympia. They cover the whole history from pre-historic to Roman times. The amazing pediments in the main hall are from the Temple of Zeus. Other pediments depict a chariot race and a fight between centaurs and lapiths at a wedding feast! Several special pieces even have their own room. Visiting either before or after you tour the ruins helps to put the ancient site and its buildings into perspective. I highly recommend this treasure. There is so much to see in this museum make sure you allow a couple of hours so you don’t have to rush through. And bring your camera – you are allowed to take photos here. If you like my review, I hope you'll click the 'Helpful' button; those of us who write reviews love to get them and it motivates us to do more to assist you in your holiday planning. See more..
4.5 Ekklisía Tou Agíou Andréa (512 reviews)
- A lovely cathedral
Churches & Cathedrals

A lovely cathedral which houses the relics of the apostle St Andrew, with its multiple domes, as you approach across the outside courtyard you hope it will be as attractive internally. And it is, even better. Ornately painted side altars, main altar, the main dome and the others, all beautiful. And the huge circular central chandelier with depictions of the saints and apostles which in traditional Greek orthodox churches is called the horos. Just a beautiful church with a calming ambience. Some popular churches feel commercial, not this one. See more..
4.5 Museum of the Olympic Games (419 reviews)
- On your marks, get set, go back in time!
Speciality Museums • History Museums

I visited Olympia with a coach tour group, and our day started with a guided tour of the museum and the site itself. Our guide was very informative and enthusiastic about her subject. Because of Covid restrictions, the museum part of the tour was quite short, but we were able to reuse our tickets later on. The site was fascinating. My favourite parts were the spot from where the Olympic Flame starts its epic journey, and the arena. See more..
4.5 Rio-Antirrio Bridge (Charilaos Trikoupis) (391 reviews)
- A very nice, but expensive to cross, bridge
Bridges

A very nice, but expensive to cross, bridge. Not a lot to say, it is an attractive bridge and easy to get good views from the old forts and castles either side. It was just expensive to drive across €13.50. Tolls really can add up driving around Greece. See more..
4.5 Achaia Clauss Winery (350 reviews)
- A great afternoon - must visit
Sunday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

In the middle of the 19th century, the Bavarian Gustav Clauss established his winery with the name «Achaia», in Patras, Greece. This winery became a small multinational wine village through the years as the employees of the winery lived and worked inside of those walls. Through the years this wine castle became a pioneer of legendary wines. Nowadays Achaia Clauss produces wines in its current, modern facilities. The winery presents a new collection of handcrafted wines with the name «Castro Clauss». This collection does not include any use of electricity. When you visit our winery except from the historical places ( The Imperial Cellar , The Barelatiko exhibition , The Underground Cellar), our guided tours include a wine tasting of our products. The Achaia Clauss Winery has been making wines for 161 Years. See more..
4.5 Nafpaktos Old Port (343 reviews)
- Port constructed by and fought over by the Venetians and Turks.
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Battlefields • Monuments & Statues

We stopped here on a windy but quiet Sunday morning. The port is important for the 1571 Battle of Lepanto (Miguel de Cervantes was wounded here) where the Venetians lost to the Ottomans. On the wall is the sculpture of the Greek hero, Giorgos Anemogiannis, executed by the Turks in 1821. See more..
4.5 Mega Spileo Monastery (337 reviews)
- Amazing
Churches & Cathedrals

I'm not religious. But this monastery is worth a visit. The best part is the museum inside. It is completely free. Though there are only limited rooms that you can see because most doors are closed. The view outside is amazing. See more..
4.5 Neda Waterfalls (321 reviews)
- Great time at Neda Waterfall
Waterfalls

I had with my son David this amazing experience and my opinion is that it was better than my last time canyoning in Madeira. Fotis & Takis were really great and helpful, and they had a lot experience in canyoning. We felt very safe because like they sad "safety first". Olive oil with bread, that we served in the end: YUMMY! Thank you for all guys, see you next year, hope to do like you said the rapel in the cave. The entire event worth every cent. See more..
4.5 Archimedes Museum (321 reviews)
- Glad I visited it. It inspired me... !!!
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

A unique museum in the centre of Ancient Olympia for the greatest mind of all time! Reconstructed inventions of Archimedes and his time. Interactive replicas of the ancient greek world. See more..
4.5 The Venetian Castle of Nafpaktos (306 reviews)
- Main attraction of Nafpaktos
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM Castles

Free castle with nice view and a lot of history. See more..
4.5 Archaeological Museum of Patras (278 reviews)
- Wonderful museum that's 2nd only to the big one in Athens.
Sunday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums

We spent 2 hours visiting this modern museum with nearly 2 acres of floor space. The 2009 structure is divided into 3 main halls with the highlight being the mosaics. After paying $6.50 for 2 seniors and using the clean restrooms, we entered the large Hall of Private Life. Beside the excellent mosaics, surrounding cases had a high quality collection of 11th C BC Mycenaean pottery and jewelry from the 14th C BC. The Hall of Public Life displayed 8th BC weaponry with full body armor representations and the Necropolis Hall had a 3rd C BC tomb skull with wreath and 3 large carved 2nd C sarcophagus. There is so much more to describe in this wonderful museum that's 2nd only to the big one in Athens. See more..
4.5 Mercouri Estate (192 reviews)
- Not to be missed!
Sunday: Wineries & Vineyards

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. See more..
4.5 Agia Lavra Monastery (188 reviews)
- A historically significant venue
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

Well worth the drive. We were the only visitors that time of morning. Avery friendly monk invited us in and opened the museum for us. See more..
4.5 Spileo Limnon (180 reviews)
- Great Cave to visit.
Spent 1-2 hours Caverns & Caves

A place you must visit when in the Area. One of the best caves in Greece and unique as has the lakes . See more..
4.5 Museum Of Ancient Greek Technology (169 reviews)
- A hidden gem
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Science Museums • Children's Museums • History Museums

A unique museum with reconstructed inventions of the ancient greek world! Interactive exhibits-replicas from the 7th c. BC. See more..
4.5 Skafidia Beach (120 reviews)
- Nice little beach
Beaches

There are 2 beaches close to Skafidia. The big one is next to the huge hotel complex, north of the creek, and extends further north. Here I'm talking about the small one. Skafidia beach is mostly frequented by Greeks, who are visiting or who have a summer house in the region. Not a very touristic place. The beach is small, with sun beds and umbrellas, and is clean. To the north there is a rocky part of the shore with a couple of mini beaches, which is a great place to watch the sunset, and after that there is a small cove/breakwater where fishing boats are docked. Before the beach there is a cafe/restaurant which can be crowded and a bit noisy with music during the high season. See more..
4.5 The Garden of Heroes (102 reviews)
- The garden of heroes
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites

It is a very nice garden where children can walk. Many of the fighters of 1826 are buried here and now white marble statues stand in memory of particular fighters. The most known is the one of Lord Byron. An extraordinary and deeply moving experience. See more..
4.5 Kakovatos Beach (98 reviews)
- Nice quiet and sandy beach best for kids and families
Beaches

Excellent beach without noise,best for kids,clean sea and yammy food in the restaurants around the Village!! See more..
4.5 Lake Tsivlou (90 reviews)
- Crystal clear mountainlame
Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water

Ideal for a private getaway. Recent lake created by a landslide. Very few tourists. About 40 minutes inland from the sea. There are a few tavernas nearby. Bring your snorkle gear. See more..
4.5 Area Synest - Theme Park Sinevro (90 reviews)
- Magic!!!
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Parks

The Area Synest Theme Park, just an hour and a half from Athens to Akrata in the Northern Peloponnese, is a place of Culture and Recreation, an earthly paradise for young and old, which opened its doors to visitors in the winter of 2016. Area Synest is an ideal choice for couples, groups and families who want to explore the grandeur of nature, travel to other times and experience the fairy tale up close. Area Synest Theme Park is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 to 18:00. See more..
4.5 The Statue of Cervantes (80 reviews)
- Located by the port entry, and the archway to the bay
Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues

The statue of Cervantes and the monuments that commemorate the Battle of Lepanto, are located within the small port harbor in Naupactus. We happened to stop there while there was a rehearsal of an evening drama and production play with a several metre tall puppet Cervantes, even donning his quill. See more..