Makrinitsa
Thessalía, Greece
Why visit Makrinitsa?
One of the most characteristic traditional settlements on mount Pelion. It is filled with mansions and houses from the Ottoman era that look like hanging ornaments on the green mountain side and are colorful (but not as
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By bus from
Makrinitsa is compact enough to explore on foot. Local buses and taxis provide connections to nearby areas. Renting a car offers the most flexibility for exploring the surrounding region.
What are the things to do?
Do
Pelion Museum of Folklore and History
( Signposted from the main square. ).
Saturday 11:00-14:30, Sunday 11:00-14:30 .
Adults €2, children free, groups €1 pp . ( updated Nov 2015 )
Pelion Museum of Folklore and History
( Signposted from the main square. ).
Saturday 11:00-14:30, Sunday 11:00-14:30 .
Adults €2, children free, groups €1 pp . ( updated Nov 2015 )
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To Kentrikon
( Κέντρικο ),
Main square .
Good food, much of which is from local recipes. The highlight is the fantastic view from the tables on the square.
€7-9 for a large dish . ( updated Nov 2015 )
Where to drink?
The tap water is drinkable and restaurants will serve glasses of ice water upon request. Local drinks include Mythos (beer) and Ouzo.
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Archontika Karamarlis Boutique Hotel & Guesthouse
( Has got a main entrance towards the car road climbing mount Pelion and a back-entrance towards the village main street ),
☏
+30 2428 099570 .
An old mansion turned hotel with a breakfast buffet and a great view of Volos. They often host larger celebrations such as weddings. ( updated Apr 2018 )
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What should you buy?
There is a main street lined with shops leading from the carpark to the main square. These shops sell all kinds of touristy trinkets, as well as jarred fruits in syrup, local herbs and pasta.
Where to go next?
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Guide content as of June 2026. Portions adapted from Wikivoyage, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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