Tourist info

Beaches

Some of the best beaches in the region are at Batis, Toska, Palio and Orphynio. More good beaches are at Nea Irakleitsa, Nea Peramos and Raspani.

Mountain climbing: the region offers opportunities for excellent climbing on Mt. Pageon, and other mountains in the region.

Events

The Eleftheria Festival takes place in June.

The Phillipi Drama Festival takes place in July and August.

Travel

Flights: the airport is 26km from the capital with regular flights to and from Athens, and charter flights arrive here from a number of European cities.

Ferries: Kavala has ferries connections to Pireaus, and many of the islands in the Aegean Sea.

Bus: regular services connect the city to Athens and major cities in the region.

Rail: the nearest railway stations are at Drama 36km away and Xanthi 56km from the city.