Things to do in Patra
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Kastro
The city's wonderful old Kastro stands on the site of the acropolis of ancient Patrai. The Romans were the first to build a fort here around AD 550, but the present structure is of Frankish origin, remodelled many times over the centuries by the Byzantines, Venetians and Turks. It was in use as a defensive position until WWII.
Set in an attractive pencil-pined park, it is reached by climbing the 190-plus steps at the end of Agiou Nikolaou. Great views of the Ionian Islands of Zakynthos and Kefallonia are the reward.
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Mythos
Even the waiter tells you this romantic place has a woman's touch: flowers, petunias and shrubs create a beautiful oasis outside, Mediterranean antiques, lamps and other surprises adorn the inside (thanks to the female owner-decorator). And that's before you've even reached her essence - try the mythos pie (containing chicken, feta and fresh vegetables) and chocolate soufflé.
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Patra Carnival
Patra's citizens party hard during the annual Patra Carnival. The programme begins in mid-January, and features a host of minor events leading up to a wild weekend of costume parades, colourful floats and celebrations in late February or early March. The event draws big crowds, so hotel reservations are essential if you want to stay overnight.
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Europa Centre
This convenient, cafeteria-style place is close to the international ferry dock and a good place to hang out en-route. The helpful staff serves standard but filling fare. There's free (short-term) luggage storage, TV, internet and pinball machines.
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Ichthyóskala
This unpretentious place offers few trimmings, save for a lemon wedge or two. But that's all you need to enhance fresh fish eaten al fresco. It's about 1km from central Patra.
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Dia Discount Supermarket
For self-caterers, Dia Discount Supermarket is ideally located for travellers planning to buy provisions and keep moving.
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