Volos

Gateway to Sporades Islands and home of magnificent Mount Pelion, Volos is a modern city for unforgettable tavern nights with friends, ouzo, and food.

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An overview of a part of Volos including the port of the city.
photo: Nikos Roussos / CC BY-SA 2.0

Volos Things to Do

A picture of the exterior of the church of Zoodochos Pigi (Life-giving Spring) on the hill of Goritsa in Volos.
photo: OrthoArchitectDU / CC BY 3.0
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Panagia Goritsa Church

Chapel located on a hill enjoying an amazing view over the gulf. On the first Friday after (Orthodox) Easter, join the pilgrims in celebration.

A close-up photo depicting one of the windows of«Lab Art» Concert Hall in Volos.
photo: Public Domain
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Music Stage «Lab Art»

Music and art stage located in the renovated Tsalapata Complex. It hosts performances of Greek and international indie-pop artists.

A taverna table full of different dishes to taste while the company drinks tsipouro the Greek distilled spirit.
photo: YouInGreececom
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Tsipouradika of Volos

Famous tavernas serving tsipouro, a distilled spirit, and delicious Greek tapas called "meze". It will be the highlight of your visit in Volos.

Sailing boats anchored by the wide seafront promenade of Volos.
photo: I C / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Argonafton (Coastal) Street

Meeting point, promenade for a relaxing walk, training grounds - see it as you will - this spot has incredible views over the Pagacetic Gulf.

A traditional shop with many commodities on shelves and other hanging on the walls.
photo: Public Domain
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Palia (Old) District

The Old District stands out for its well-preserved buildings and retro atmosphere. It has great food and nightlife options.

Volos Attractions

The front side and the high belfry of the Church of Saints Constantine and Helena in Volos.
photo: C messier / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Church of Saints Constantine & Helena

Enjoy your sunset walk to the church of Saints Constantine and Helena on the seafront promenade. Nice tavernas and a playground too.

The front and the main entrance of the St. Nicholas Metropolitan Cathedral of Volos.
photo: Robert Cutts / CC BY-SA 2.0
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St. Nicholas Metropolitan Cathedral

Honoring Volos patron saint, this church is worth a visit for its astonishing hagiography, and maybe a coffee at the nearby coffeeshops.

Remains of the Neolithic Settlement of Sesklo during a sunny day.
photo: Angelos Giannaros / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Sesklo Neolithic Settlement

It dates back to approximately 6,800 BC which makes it probably the oldest settlement of Early Stone Age in Greece.

An image showing the main entrance of the Toumpa vaulted tomb at the Neolithic Settlement of Dimini.
photo: Kritheus / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Dimini Mycenean & Neolithic Settlement

Neolithic settlement that dates to 4.800 BC. If you're visiting during summer choose morning hours as the sun could be too much during the day.

The wooden replica of the ship of «Argo» anchored by the seafront promenade of Volos.
photo: konstantinos kolimpalis / CC BY 3.0
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«Argo» Ancient Ship Replica

Anchored at the seafront, a replica of Jason's mythological ship, Argo, with which he and his Argonauts sailed to the land of the golden fleece.

Volos Why visit?

  • "Volos" is said to be a corruption of its ancient name, Iolkos.
  • It could also be from "Veles", the Slavic God of Agriculture.
  • Famous for its tsipouro taverns (grappa).

Volos Museums

A picture showing the exterior of the Rooftile and Brickworks (Tsalapatas) Museum of Volos.
photo: C messier / CC BY-SA 4.0
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The Rooftile and Brickworks Museum «Tsalapatas»

The Rooftile and Brickworks Museum Tsalapatas welcomes visitors curious about local manufacturing that thrived between 1926 and 1978.

The interior of the Entomological Museum of Volos with numerous insects as exhibits in displays.
photo: J.-M. Gayman
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Entomological Museum

It's a truly remarkable insect exhibition. Highly recommended that you get the free tour with the expert and boost your entomological knowledge bank.

A photograph of the front side of the Museum of the City of Volos.
photo: L.E.C.A.D.
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Volos Museum of the City

An exceptional museum focusing on Volos recent history and its economic development through personal stories of notable residents.

The front side and the main entrance of the Athanasakio Archaeological Museum of Volos.
photo: GlassCobra at English Wikipedia
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Athanasakio Archaeological Museum of Volos

This old museum displays exhibits from the Stone Age to the Roman Era. Some parts miss explanations in English but guides are eager to explain.

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