Metsovo is one of Greece’s most beautiful mountain towns, built on the slopes of the Pindus Mountains. Think stone houses, wooden balconies, cobbled streets, traditional tavernas, local cheeses & wine and a completely different side of Greece! 
HOW TO GET THERE
From Ioannina: ~50 min by car
From Thessaloniki: ~2-2.5 hours
From Athens: ~4.5-5 hours
Nearest airport: Ioannina National Airport, around 50 km away
A car is definitely recommended if you want to explore the surrounding villages and nature.
BEST THINGS TO DO IN METSOVO
- Explore Metsovo village: Walk around the cobbled streets, traditional stone houses and central square. Stop for coffee, browse the little shops selling local products and simply enjoy the mountain atmosphere.
- Averoff Gallery: A small but impressive art museum featuring an important collection of modern Greek art.
- Visit Katogi Averoff Winery: One of the best-known wineries in Greece and a must for wine lovers. Learn about the winemaking tradition of Metsovo and join a wine tasting.
- Tositsa Museum: Visit the traditional Tositsa mansion to see what life in Metsovo was like in the past, with original furniture, costumes and everyday objects.
- Ski at Anilio Ski Center: Visiting in winter? Anilio Ski Center is only around 15-20 minutes away and is a great addition to a winter trip.
- Aoos Springs Lake: A beautiful artificial mountain lake surrounded by the Pindus landscape – perfect for a scenic drive, especially in autumn.
EXPLORE AROUND METSOVO
- Milea Village: Around 30 minutes from Metsovo, Milia is a tiny traditional mountain village surrounded by forest. Combine it with Balouvarou Waterfalls for a nature stop.
- Anthochori: Another lovely mountain village close to Metsovo. Angel’s tip: Don’t miss Mantani Cafe-Restaurant! One of my favorite stops in the area, in a beautiful setting surrounded by nature.
WHAT TO EAT
Metsovo is a dream for cheese lovers! Try:
🧀 Metsovone – smoked PDO cheese
🧀 Metsovela
🥧 Traditional Epirus pies
🥩 Grilled local meats
🍷 Local wines
🍝 Hilopites & other traditional pasta dishes
Definitely leave some space in your luggage for local cheese & wine!
WHERE TO EAT IN METSOVO
Metsovo is a great destination for traditional mountain food — expect grilled meats, homemade pies, local cheeses and hearty dishes perfect for the colder months!
- *Τa 5 ΦΦΦΦΦ – A great choice for grilled meats. Try the lamb kontosouvli and kokoretsi. Also worth trying the Metsovone saganaki!
- Galaxias – Go for more traditional cooked dishes, such as boiled goat, pies and beef with hilopites, plus local Metsovone cheese.
- Το Κουτούκι του Νικόλα – A traditional taverna for grilled lamb chops, homemade pies and local dishes.
- For tsipouro and seafood: Petrino Café
- To Gnision – A great stop to taste local Metsovo wines & cheeses and buy some local products to take home.
- To Steki – A traditional hasapotaverna (butcher’s taverna) in nearby Anilio village, a great choice for quality grilled meats.
- Galaxias restaurant
COFFEE & DRINKS
- Krini Cafe Metsovo – coffee, drinks & wine in the center.
- Metsovorama Cafe Bar – go for the views and the sweets – I ate a delicious waffle with ice-cream!
- Karma – a more relaxed choice for coffee or drinks.
- Styl cafe – another cozy option for coffee.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Autumn: gorgeous colors & cozy mountain atmosphere
Winter: snow, fireplaces & skiing
Spring: green landscapes & waterfalls
I personally think Metsovo is at its most atmospheric from autumn through winter.
BEST DAY TRIPS FROM METSOVO
Ioannina ~50 min
Milia & Balouvarou Waterfalls ~30 min
Anilio ~15 min
Aoos Springs Lake ~30-40 min
Zagori villages ~ around 1-1.5 hours depending on the village
Milea village
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