MACEDONIA REGION

The main attractions of the Macedonia region include the city of Thessaloniki, Kavala, Drama, Kastoria, the waterfalls of Edessa, the royal tombs of Vergina, the sites of Pella, Philippi and Dion, the mythical Mount Olympus, Prespa National Park and the mountain village of Nymfaio.

The best time to visit Macedonia Region is from June to September.

If you want to explore the entire island of Kefalonia, we recommend spending at least 1 to 2 full months here.

To travel to the Macedonia region, use the international airports in Thessaloniki or Kavala, where you can rent a car. The ideal option is to travel by your own car, as you will need more time to explore the entire region.

There are many beautiful beaches in the region of Macedonia. Many of them are on the Chalkidiki peninsula, such as Kavourotrypes (Greek Seychelles), Karydi, Armenistis, Sani, Ammolofoi. Also popular are the beaches of the Olympic Riviera, Leptokarya. Near Thessaloniki there are the beaches of Perea, Nei Epivates and Potamos.

Don't hesitate to visit any tavern serving traditional Greek cuisine. You can usually easily recognize them by the typical traditional Greek wooden chairs. You can find them in towns, villages, and even on beaches. If you like fresh fish, look for fish taverns in the harbors.