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Things to see in Kavala (Greece): 24 places and when to go
Kavala is a town in Greece with around 59,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 24 places in and around it, mainly History (7), Museums and art (6), Temples (3). The best known are Philippi, Halil Bey Mosque and Aqueduct of Kavala. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 04. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Greece · 40.9412, 24.4018
- Population
- About 59,000
- Places
- 24 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (7) · Museums and art (6) · Temples (3) · Food and drink (3) · Beaches (2) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- SKG Thessaloniki, 130 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Lekani mountains, at 1,301 m.
What to see in Kavala
The places in and around Kavala, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- PhilippiAncient city in eastern Macedonia, in the Edonis region13 km
- Halil Bey MosqueMosque in Kavala, Greece1.5 km
- Aqueduct of KavalaAqueduct in Kavala municipality, Greece1.3 km
- Archaeological Museum of KavalaMuseum in Greece634 m
- St. Nicholas Church, KavalaChurch building in Kavala Municipality, Greece1.1 km
- Dikili TashPrehistoric archaeological site in northern Greece11 km
- ImaretOttoman building in Greece1.3 km
- Lekani mountainsMountain in Nestos municipality, Greece23 km
- Kavala FortressMedieval hilltop fortress in Kavala, Greece1.4 km
- Archaeological Museum of PhilippiMuseum in Greece13 km
- Ancient theatre of PhilippiHistory13 km
- Mehmet Ali HouseBuilding in Kavala, East Macedonia and Thrace, Greece1.5 km
- Church of Eisodion Theotokou, Choristi DramaChurch building in Drama Municipality, Greece27 km
- VranokastroAncient Macedonian castle in Kavala regional unit, Greece18 km
- Olive and Oil MuseumMuseum in Greece19 km
- Olive and Olive Oil MuseumMuseum in Thasos, Greece26 km
- Center Action ThassosDive site25 km
- European Walking Route E4, Greecem eastHiking23 km
- FriendBeaches11 km
- Healing mudbathsHot spring bath15 km
- Kavala's MicrobreweryBrewery1.7 km
- NICO LAZARIDIWinery23 km
- OenogenesisWinery24 km
- Yacht ClubBeaches11 km
When to go to Kavala
The best time to visit Kavala is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:22
- FebPossible10:25
- MarPossible11:40
- AprBest time13:06
- MayBest time14:17
- JunBest time14:56
- JulPossible14:40
- AugPossible13:38
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:53
- NovPossible9:40
- DecPossible9:04
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 04. In June, 24 of the 24 places are at their best.
When to go to Greece in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Kavala
The nearest main airport is Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG, Thessaloniki), 130 km as the crow flies. How to get around Greece (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Serres12 places73 km
- Komotini8 places88 km
- Polygyros20 places102 km
- Agios Vasileios8 places112 km
- Alexandroupolis7 places124 km
- Thessaloniki16 places129 km
And all of Greece, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kavala?
The best known: Philippi, Halil Bey Mosque, Aqueduct of Kavala, Archaeological Museum of Kavala, St. Nicholas Church, Kavala. In all, 24 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kavala?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 04.
How do you get to Kavala?
The nearest main airport is Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG), 130 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kavala as the destination and these 24 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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