Attractions, Sights & Things to Do in Volos
Port of Volos
A large commercial port that welcomes cruise ships & serves the ferry-boat connection with the Sporades islands Skiathos, Skopelos, & Alonnisos.
Replica of Ancient Ship «Argo»
Anchored by the seafront promenade of Volos, it is a precise reconstruction of one of the most famous ships of the Greek Mythology.
Tsipouradika of Volos
Famous tavernas serving the traditional Greek distilled spirit tsipouro that is typically accompanied by the Greek "tapas" called "meze".
Promenade of Volos
Meeting point offering the opportunity for a relaxing walk, training, as well as incredible views of the Pagacetic Gulf with its surroundings.
St. Nicholas Metropolitan Cathedral
Dedicated to the patron Saint of Volos it was founded in 1928, and since its inauguration in 1934, it is the major church of the city.
Palia (Old) District, Volos
Area standing for its old, well-preserved buildings that combine a retro atmosphere with numerous opportunities for shopping and entertainment.
Volos Museum of the City
Founded in 2014, it is a contemporary museum with a modern approach informing about the city and its inhabitants' lives during the years.
Church of Saints Constantine & Helena, Volos
Situated on the seafront promenade of the city it is an old church that was inaugurated in 1936.
«Lab Art» Concert Hall
Music and art stage, located in the renovated Tsalapata Complex. It hosts performances of Greek and international indie-pop artists.
The Rooftile and Brickworks (Tsalapatas) Museum
Welcoming visitors from 2007, it sheds light to the manufacturing process between 1926 and 1978.
Athanasakio Archaeological Museum of Volos
One of the oldest Greek museums (1909) hosting exhibits from the Stone Age to the Roman Era.
Entomological Museum of Volos
A private museum that is open to visitors only with an appointment, includes one of the biggest insect exhibitions in the whole Balkans.
Panagia Goritsa Church
« Zoodochos Pigi »Chapel located on a hill with an amazing view of the city of Volos and the Pagasetic Gulf.
Archaeological Site of Dimini
Settlement dating from the New Stone-Age era at 4.800 BC, found in excavations started in 1886.
Pelion
Numerous traditional settlements built amphitheatrically on the peninsula slopes resemble "balconies" that offer a magnificent view to the sea.
Archaeological Site of Sesklo
Founded approximately in 6.800 BC, it's one of the oldest New Stone-Age settlements of Greece.
Nea Anchialos, Magnesia
A relatively new coastal city founded in 1907 from the refugees of the old city of Anchialos located today in south-east Bulgaria.
Volos - Nea Anchialos National Airport
Contemporary airport with numerous seasonal international flights that serves as an ideal getaway to Pelion, Volos, and the nearby islands.
Questions & Answers about Volos
Why Visit Volos?
- The 6th biggest Greek city and the naval entrance of Sporades islands.
- Beautiful views composed of its great coast and mountainous landscapes.
- Famous tavernas serving the Greek distilled spirit, tsipouro with various dishes.
What is Volos known for?
The Greek city of Volos is famous for its distinctive tavernas called "tsipouradika". Those serve various small dishes like the Spanish "tapas" which in Greek called "mezedes" and they are always accompanied by the famous distilled spirit called "tsipouro" or "raki". It is worth visiting the city, appreciate a walk on the beautiful seafront promenade, and then enjoy tsipouro (grappa made of grapes) in the taverns of the area.
What is Volos, Greece?
The Greek city of Volos is one of the largest cities of Thessaly and the capital of the prefecture of Magnesia. It is a modern city which offers a wide range of activities to its guests, while it's located a short distance away from Pelion, which is famous for its gorgeous villages and landscape. The city is an important industrial center, as it is located in the geographical center of Greece and has the third-largest port in the country. The economy of Volos is based on commerce, industry, and tourism.