Kalamata is the capital and main port of the Messinia region of the Peloponnese on the Greek mainland and is famous for its long beaches, fine olives and delicious honey. Kalamata is also the gateway to the resorts in the Messinia and Mani areas and also the ancient city of Olympia. The resort’s long stretch of sand and pebble beach with clear warm waters is popular with both sunbathers and swimmers or, for the more active, there’s a wealth of water sports on offer. Kalamata is a laid-back resort offering a good selection of accommodation to suit every budget, from cheap B&Bs to luxury hotel complexes. There is also a wide choice of bars, restaurants and small shops lining the busy marina and seafront. For culture-lovers, there’s the Benakeion Archaeological Museum, the Byzantine church, the 13th-century Castle of Kalamata, and the Railway Museum of the Municipality of Kalamata to explore. Kalamata is the perfect destination to unwind and enjoy a relaxing holiday with family or friends in the hot Greek sunshine.
Kalamata is the capital and main port of the Messinia region of the Peloponnese on the Greek mainland and is famous for its long beaches, fine olives and delicious honey. Kalamata is also the gateway to the resorts in the Messinia and Mani areas and also the ancient city of Olympia. The resort’s long stretch of sand and pebble beach with clear warm waters is popular with both sunbathers and swimmers or, for the more active, there’s a wealth of water sports on offer. Kalamata is a laid-back resort offering a good selection of accommodation to suit every budget, from cheap B&Bs to luxury hotel complexes. There is also a wide choice of bars, restaurants and small shops lining the busy marina and seafront. For culture-lovers, there’s the Benakeion Archaeological Museum, the Byzantine church, the 13th-century Castle of Kalamata, and the Railway Museum of the Municipality of Kalamata to explore. Kalamata is the perfect destination to unwind and enjoy a relaxing holiday with family or friends in the hot Greek sunshine.