Pylos

A small seaside town, just 50 kilometers from Kalamata. Pylos, is a very beautiful and picturesque city of Messinia, with great popularity and a huge history.

Pylos has the largest natural port of the Peloponnese while its location is of infinite beauty as it is built amphitheatrically at the southern opening of the bay of Navarino, where the historic naval battle took place.

Full of natural attractions, wonderful beaches and neat tavernas and restaurants, Pylos is one of the most lively towns in Messinia.

Extra info: Kostis Tsiklitiras, the well-known Olympic champion in the chariot in 1912, also hails from Pylos.

Hot Spots

The square of three Admirals
Niokastro
Paleokastro
Aqueduct
The house of Kostis Tsiklitiras
The Antonopoulio Archaeological Museum
The Palace of Nestor
The islands of Sfakteria-Chihli, Baba-Helonaki
Gialovas lagoon
Polylimnio

Beaches in the area

Ammolofi Beach
Divari Beach
Gialova Beach
Romanos Beach
Sfaktiria Beach
Voidokilia Beach

Where are we going to eat?

Pylos is full of local taverns and restaurants for all tastes. Don’t forget to try the hilopites!