OrangeSmile Tours Best destinations around the world - Travel Guide
Kalamata

Preparing your trip to Kalamata: advices & hints - things to do and to obey

1. Tourists will not suffer from the language barrier in Kalamata. Many establishments have information written in English. It is also not hard to find English-speaking guides in museums and for excursions. Many locals know basic English.
2. Even though there is an airport in the neighborhood of Kalamata, which accepts flights from different countries, the public transport system is not well-developed due to the small size of the city. Travelers need to rent a car or to be prepared to explore the city on foot.
It may be not easy to find a parking space in Kalamata because local streets are quite narrow and many restaurants do not have their own parking. It is better to ask about the availability of parking in advance and then book a table at the café that you plan to visit.
4. Summer is quite hot in the Peloponnese, and it is sunny almost every day. For this reason, don’t forget to stock up on sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats. Autumn is distinguished by mild weather, and then a warm winter comes to Kalamata (the average temperature in winter is above 5°C). Don’t forget to take clothes suitable for the time of your visit.
5. Local people are quite passionate, and their behavior might surprise travelers at first. They speak loudly and use active body language. Don’t worry: it is nothing but a trait of the national character. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. Pay attention to your gestures – some harmless gestures may be considered rude in Greece. For example, the thumbs-up gesture means “shut up” in the country, and pointing at something with two fingers (point finger and middle finger) is considered an insult.
7. In Greece, just like in some other countries, nodding head upward and downward means “no”, and from side to side means “yes”. Be careful when using these gestures.
8. Countries with hot climate often have a siesta – a special break approximately from 1 pm to 5 pm. This is the hottest time of the day, and so many people prefer to relax at home. Many establishments are closed at this time. In winter, there is no siesta break.
9. If you want to visit an unknown restaurant or café, pay your attention to visitors. If the majority of visitors are tourists, there is a chance that food is more expensive and the quality is lower. It is always better to visit restaurants that are popular with local people.
10. Greeks have quite an interesting way to greet each other – two kisses on the cheek. Shaking hands is typical only when people meet each other for the first time.
11. It is better not to criticize the Greek government and the country’s politics when talking to local people. The same applies to the independence movement of Greece. Residents of Kalamata will be hurt deeply by such remarks. A conversation is likely to turn into a passionate argument because of the temper of local people.
12. Just like in many European countries, it is recommended to leave tips in Greece. As a rule, a reward of 5-10% of the total in a restaurant or the price of a service is enough. Sometimes the service fee can be already included in the total. In this case, the information is indicated in the bill or price list.
13. Greeks usually call their acquaintances by their family name. It is allowed to use the first name only when the person asks to do that. Keep this in mind when dealing with locals.
14. As a souvenir from Kalamata, tourists prefer to buy local olive oil, silk items made by nuns from the local monastery, and red wine. It is also a good idea to buy memorabilia with the symbols of the city or a coin with the image of the Church of the Holy Apostles.
Kalamata - guide chapters 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

What to visit being in Kalamata - unique sights

Glossa Beach

From the series “The Hidden and Hard-To-Reach Beautiful Beaches”
In the immediate vicinity of the coast are the coral colonies. Glossa Beach is like found for snorkeling. This magical area will also appeal to the experienced divers who can enjoy the beauty of the underwater world all by themselves. The beach is very quiet and shallow. Even those tourists who can not swim or have a holiday with the children will be able to relax here. The wind and strong waves are very rare phenomena for this unified, calm coast. For several years, Glossa Beach has been one of the most picturesque and purest beaches in Greece. … Read further

City tours, excursions and tickets in Kalamata and surroundings

Car rental on OrangeSmile.com Rentals in Kalamata

Preferred to Open 9 New Hotels in 2022

In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah. Read this

28.03.2024

Photos of Kalamata

Services search (pharmacy, police, parking, banks) on Kalamata map

Address/Sight name City/Region Country Within radius, km
 Types of touristic objects to search for
Hotels & Car rental
Carhire locations
0 star
1 star
2 stars
3 stars
4 stars
5 stars
Touristic places
Art galleries
Churches/Temples
Museums
Castles/Palaces
Monuments
Touristic areas
Sightseeings
Attractions
Attraction parks
Casino
Theaters/Cinema
Disco/Clubs
Parks
Zoo
Aqua parks
Transport
Airports
Train stations
Bus stations
Metro
Parkings
Fuel stations
Ports/Ferries
Open the list of object types
Health/Sport
Open the list of object types
Food/Money
Open the list of object types
Shopping
Open the list of object types
Beauty/Medicine
Open the list of object types
City services
Open the list of object types
Useful services

Tips for the cities around Kalamata

Travelling to Kalamata - advices and tips. What should be provisioned in advance, the rules you might want to follow, and the things you better avoid doing in Kalamata. We help you to make your trip smooth and easy, with no unexpected surprises.
OrangeSmile.com - online travel reservation expert providing reliable car rental and hotel booking services. We feature more than 25.000 destinations with 12.000 rental offices and 200.000 hotels worldwide.
Secure Server
Head office
Weegschaalstraat 3, Eindhoven
5632 CW, The Netherlands
+31 40 40 150 44


Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | About us
Copyright © 2002 - OrangeSmile Tours B.V. | OrangeSmile.com | Under the direction and management of IVRA Holding B.V. - Registered at Kamer van Koophandel (KvK), The Netherlands No. 17237018