Kastraki
Meteora, Greece
A smaller, more charming village directly beneath the rock pillars.
Places in Kastraki
- Kastraki tavernas Charming tavernas serving Greek and local specialities with fresh, locally sourced ingredients beneath the rock pillars.
- Kastraki village cafes Cafes in the smaller village directly beneath the rock pillars, ideal for coffee with dramatic views.
- Kastraki village bars Small local bars in the charming village beneath the pillars.
Practical notes for Meteora
- Best time to visit
- April to June and September to October offer comfortable temperatures for hiking between the monasteries.
- Getting around
- Kalambaka and Kastraki are walkable bases; a car or organised tour is needed to reach and move between the individual monasteries perched on the rock pillars.
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Greek. English is common in tourism.
- Timezone
- EET (UTC+2, UTC+3 in summer)
- Current trends
- Restaurants near the monasteries continue elevating traditional Greek dishes with modern technique, exemplified by standouts like slow-cooked baby lamb and truffle risotto at spots such as Meteoron Panorama.
Other neighborhoods in Meteora
- Kalambaka — The main gateway town, offering more commerce and a wider range of hotels and restaurants.
- The monastery pillars — The rock formations themselves, home to six remaining active monasteries.
Read the full Meteora guide