Where to stay
Hotels in Ioannina
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Dandy Villas Ioannina | Colorful Boutique House | in Old Town | Cozy
Gennadiou 3 | Ioannina, 45444, GR
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At a glance
Climate
Mediterranean
Languages
Greek and English
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+3)
Ideal trip length
2–5 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Kastro (Castle Area)
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, appreciated
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Epirotic pies
Frog legs
Baklava
Tsipouro
When to visit Ioannina
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan40
Cold, chance of snow
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Feb45
Chilly, often wet
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Mar60
Cooler, spring blooms
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Apr75
Mild, pleasant weather
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May85
Warm, ideal for exploring
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Jun90
Hot, sunny, lake activities
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Jul95
Very hot, peak season
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Aug95
Very hot, vibrant
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Sept85
Warm, pleasant autumn
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Oct70
Cooler, autumn colors
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Nov55
Chilly, increased rain
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Dec45
Cold, festive atmosphere
Things to do in Ioannina
6 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Discover Perama Cave
Perama 1.5 hrs
Marvel at the stunning stalactite and stalagmite formations in one of Greece's largest caves.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Boat Trip to Nisi (Island)
Lake Pamvotida 3 hrs
Take a scenic boat ride to the tranquil island, home to monasteries and Ali Pasha's museum.
Best in the evening
1 place
Stroll along Lake Pamvotida
Lakefront 2 hrs
Enjoy a leisurely walk or bike ride along the picturesque lakefront promenade.
Any time of day
3 places
Explore Ioannina Castle
Kastro 2 hrs
Wander through the historic walls of one of Greece's oldest Byzantine castles.
Visit the Silversmithing Museum
Kastro 1 hr
Learn about the rich history of Epirotic silversmithing within the castle walls.
Taste Local Epirotic Pies
City Center 0.5 hrs
Savor traditional savory and sweet pies, a culinary highlight of the region.
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Tours and activities in Ioannina
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Jeep Safari daily tour
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Multi day tour
Tzoumerka villages tour (3 days)
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Unstructured tour
Private Transfer from Ioannina Airport (IOA) to Vikos
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Unstructured tour
Private Transfer from Ioannina Airport (IOA) to Ligia
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Unstructured tour
Private Transfer from Ioannina Airport (IOA) to Karavostasi
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Unstructured tour
Private Transfer from Ioannina Airport (IOA) to Kapesovo
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Unstructured tour
Private Transfer from Airport King Pyrros IOA to Preveza Aktion Airport (PVK)
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Unstructured tour
Private Transfer from Ioannina Airport (IOA) to Meteora
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Ioannina
Straight-line distance from the centre of Ioannina.
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