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Larissa Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

city of Thessaly region in Greece

About Larissa

Larissa is one of the oldest settlements in Greece with artifacts uncovered dating at least the Neolithic period (6000 BC). The name means "stronghold" in ancient Greek. It was also the head of the Thessalian League during the Hellenistic and Roman era. Today, it's a modern city and is Thessaly's capital.

Top Attractions in Larissa

Explore the best things to see and do in Larissa:

  • AEL 1964 FC
  • Alkazar Park
  • Ancient Greek Theater
  • Diachronic Museum of Larissa
  • Folklore Museum of Larissa
  • Gyros tis Larisas
  • Imimarathonios Tyrnavos-Larisa
  • Ippokratios Agonas Dromou

Where to Eat in Larissa

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Kimatothrafstis
  • 🍴Nikodimos
  • 🍴Syndrivani

Where to Stay in Larissa

  • 🏨Achillion Hotel Larisa
  • 🏨Archontiko Soulioti
  • 🏨Asteras Hotel Larissa
  • 🏨Avra hotel
  • 🏨Dionissos Hotel Larissa
  • 🏨Divani Palace Larissa

Larissa Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including:

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