Meteora Activities

The tour of the monasteries of Meteora is one of the most amazing and fascinating Meteora activities to enjoy during the trip. These beautiful structures built on the massive monolith leave the visitors in awe of how the monks built them with their hands in the middle ages. During this trip, visitors get to explore six prominent monasteries including The Great Meteoron Monastery, The Holy Trinity Monastery and The Varlaam Monastery.

Tourists who wonder what to do in Meteora besides hiking and touring the monasteries are in for a treat with its stunning landscapes and even more unique sunsets. The monoliths are occupied by century old structures that appear more beautiful in the light of the setting sun. The majestic hillside and the towering rock formations appear to be closer to heaven as the sun buds goodbye and this scene makes a perfect setting for photographers visiting Meteora.

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While most tourists often take only day trips to this fascinating destination, it is best experienced by staying there amidst the beautiful ruins and natural scenery. Meteora is just a short drive from Athens and Thessaloniki, with plenty of sites for hiking, including the abandoned monasteries and ruins, which are often the lesser visited sites. Some of these monasteries are completely off the road and can be reached only after a short hike, making them the perfect destination for adventure lovers visiting Meteora.

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Rock climbing is not a new addition to Meteora activities, as this was the only way monks and locals could reach the monasteries built on the monoliths. However, today it is more of an adventure and recreational activity than a necessity. The site is suitable for both beginners and experts to enjoy the activity and fulfil their adrenaline rush while enjoying the views that surround them.

Meteora is more than a fascinating destination for sightseeing or a historical attraction as UNESCO World heritage site. There are so many fun and relaxing things to do in Meteora including food and wine tasting tours. The small town of Kalambaka nestled on the foothills of the Meteora rock formations has some of the most amazing restaurants, with authentic Greek food made with local ingredients and seasonal flavours. The visitors can also try homemade pies and honey which is made by the monks living in the active monasteries.

Another adventure activity added to the list of things to do in Meteora is river rafting. The Pinos River flows close to the rock formations in Meteora and offers the tourists a fun and thrilling experience. The river runs along for 8 km and offers a grade two or three difficulty levels in the season of spring and autumn.

The Natural History Museum is a unique venue in Meteora and is combined with the even more peculiar Mushroom Museum in the tour. The museum houses around 300 animals that are preserved for keeping on display, to give a deep insight into the past and present of Europe. The mushroom museum is a cool location with 250 different kinds of mushrooms on display. This place sheds light on the apt weather conditions and perfect climate, suitable for mushrooms.

Kalambaka or Kalabaka is set on the foothills of Meteora and is the venue for many amazing things to do in Meteora. The city is the first step tourists take in the Meteora tour and offers them a unique experience of Greek culture. Visitors can explore this city on foot, taking peaceful walks and soaking in the beauty of the Greek countryside. From food tours to tasting wine, there is plenty to indulge in this small town.

The Via Cordata is a cross between via ferrata and traditional mountaineering in which you walk around the cliff with the help of rope. This is a wonderful trail for hiking, and was once a distance covered by the monks without any rope or secure equipment. Today, tourists are guided by experts and guides to the top with safe equipment on the ancient pathways. This activity attracts adventure seekers from around the world as they hike the trail for a thrilling adrenaline rush.

Another one of the fascinating and adventurous activities to enjoy in Meteora is the hike and scramble tour of the Great Saint. The hike starts at the base town of Kalambaka and the climb takes the travelers to the highest cliff in the Meteora rock formations - the rock of the great saint. The cliff is 630 metres high, and the trail will take the tourists 400 metres above the small town. The thrilling path is attached to the cliffs, winding up high to the top and is secured with ropes for the comfort and safety of the tourists.

The Monk cave jails is one of the unique attractions tourists can explore during their Meteora tour. The monk jail is 14 different levels in one spire that were created to house the monks who would show disobedience to the rules of the monasteries. Each of the cells was completely isolated from the world around it and the other cells too. These cells today speak of the history and cultural traditions that prevailed in these monasteries for ages.

This outstanding attraction is situated 4km from Meteora and dates back to the Paleolithic age. The unique attraction is a popular archeological site that speaks of the history of humans who occupied the caves for centuries through the 130000 years of their existence. Archeologists have found a significant artifact - a wall that dates back to 23000 years old and is known to be the world’s oldest wall.