Things to do and see in Patras

2. Church of Saint Andrew (Ekklisia Tou Agiou Andrea)

With its 150-foot dome and magnificent Byzantine-style murals, this is one of Greece’s grandest churches. It also houses the relic of Saint Andrew’s skull, making it a major pilgrimage site as well as an architectural landmark.

3. Achaia Clauss Winery

Founded in 1861, Achaia Clauss is Greece’s oldest winery and still among its most famous. Visitors can enjoy tours and tastings in a beautiful hillside setting, where barrels of the legendary Mavrodaphne dessert wine have been aging for decades.

4. Roman Odeon of Patras

Dating back to the 2nd century AD, this amphitheater is one of the city’s most impressive archaeological remains. Today, it still hosts summer concerts and events — a unique chance to experience history come alive.

5. Patras Castle

Built on the site of the ancient acropolis in the 6th century, this Byzantine fortress offers a journey through Patras’ layered past. Climb the walls for sweeping views over the city, the Gulf of Patras, and the surrounding mountains.

6. Apollon Theatre

Designed by Ernst Ziller in 1872, the Apollon Theatre is a neoclassical gem and one of Greece’s oldest theaters still in use. Located in the central square, it is home to the Patras Municipal Opera and offers a taste of 19th-century elegance.

7. Patras Carnival

If you visit in winter, don’t miss Patras Carnival — the largest in Greece and one of Europe’s most famous. Parades, masquerade balls, and lively street parties transform the city into a vibrant spectacle of color and music.

8. Psila Alonia Square

A lively central square lined with cafés, Psila Alonia is a favorite meeting spot for locals. From here, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the sea and mountains — especially beautiful at sunset.

9. St. Nicholas Stairs

This long flight of steps connects the upper and lower parts of the city. Climbing them rewards you with great views and leads you into charming old neighborhoods filled with neoclassical houses and authentic local life.

10. Rio–Antirrio Bridge

Just outside Patras, the Rio–Antirrio Bridge is one of the world’s longest multi-span cable-stayed bridges. Crossing it offers spectacular views of the Gulf of Corinth and symbolizes the modern face of the Peloponnese.