A very important international port, Patras is a charming and dynamic city located in the northern Peloponnese. The vibrant city centre is home to impressive traces of Greece’s historical roots. You can drive to Patras with relative ease from Athens, which is located approximately 215 kilometres away, and there are several resorts around Patras with historical monasteries and neoclassical architecture. It is also the ideal starting point for trips to the beaches of the Patras and Corinthian gulfs. Visitors should also take advantage of its close proximity to the Achaia Mountains for hiking and climbing, as well as the beaches of Patras and Corinth for sunbathing.

Recommended restaurants include Cornelia’s Kitchen (‘I Konini Tis Kornilias’) on Plateia Capodistrious , which is one of the most famous restaurants in Patras. Patras is within reach of Athens, which is about 250 kilometres away, and can be reached along the national road. You can also reach Corfu from Patras by the local ferry routes.