Rastoni's Local Guide
To help you make the most of your stay, we’ve put together a collection of our favorite places in Pelion.
Rastoni is ideally located for exploring the peninsula, with easy access to the western and southern coasts, the mountain villages, and day trips to the eastern beaches.
Below you’ll find our recommendations for beaches, tavernas, attractions, local shops, and other places worth visiting.
Where To Eat
There are many great places to eat in the area, and we’ve gathered the ones we personally enjoy and recommend.
Note: Outside the main season, not all restaurants are open, so we recommend checking in advance.
We’ve arranged the recommendations by distance, starting with the places nearest to Rastoni.
Vizitsa:
* Νόστιμον ἦμαρ - For Good Lunch / Dinner
* Erodios Cafe Bar- Coctails,Tziporo & Meze (small dishes served with local alcohol) or Coffe and sweets.
Milies:
* Panorama
* Salkimi
* Άννα να ένα μήλο- Foe Breakfast,Best Coffe and sandwiches.
* Liostasi
Agios Giorgios:
Agios Velasios:
Kala Nera:
*Η αρχή της γεύσης -Giros (Fast Food)
For more restaurant recommendations in other areas, please don’t hesitate to contact us - we’ll be happy to help.
East Pelion's Most Beautiful Beaches
The eastern side of Pelion is a wild, beautiful stretch of coast with steep cliffs, green forests down to the sea, and quiet traditional villages along the way.
The roads are narrow and winding through the mountains, and the drive can be slow ,but every turn opens up another amazing sea view.
The closest eastern beach to Rastoni in Pelion is Kalamaki Beach. Like most beaches on the eastern coast, access is down a set of steps, and once you get there you’ll find crystal-clear water and a built platform that makes it easy to swim even in the shallow areas.
Not far from there is Lambinou Beach, one we really like. There’s a small taverna right on the beach, so you can also eat there if you want to stay by the sea.
A little further north along the eastern coast will bring you to the beaches of Tsagarada Where you'll see one of the oldest plane trees in Greece and 3 beautiful beaches: Mylopotamos, Fakistra, and Damouchari.
Mylopotamos is famous for its dramatic rocks and clear water, with moderate access via a staircase — still suitable for families.
Fakistra is more hidden and reached by a longer walk on a rough path, so it’s less ideal for small kids, but it’s a truly magical spot with a freshwater waterfall by the beach.
Damouchari is the easiest to reach and the most family-friendly, with a short walk from the village. It’s a quiet, charming bay with a tiny harbor, and parts of Mamma Mia! were filmed there.
The Costal Gems Of West & South Pelion
The western side of Pelion faces the Pagasetic Gulf, with calm seas, sunsets, and small villages by the water. It’s ideal for safe swimming and long, quiet evenings by the sea.
South Pelion is quieter and more open, with hidden coves and green hills.
Some nice stops along the way include Rivera Beach, a more organized beach spot with sunbeds on a wooden deck close to the water,restaurant,bar & sea sports.
Efisos, quiet and simple, great for an easy swim.
Lefokastro, a traditional seaside village with calm bays and a very local feel.
Chorto, a peaceful waterfront village perfect for slow evenings by the sea.
If you pass through Milina at sunset, we recommend stopping for a coffee, beer, or dinner by the water and enjoying one of the area’s most beautiful sunsets.
Trikeri Island - A tiny, car-free island with clear water and a very slow, simple vibe. You reach it by a short boat ride from Alogoporos.
The Mountain Villages Of Pelion
The mountain ridge of Milies, Vizitsa, Pinakates, and Agios Georgios sits high above the coast of Pelion, offering a string of traditional stone villages surrounded by chestnut forests, cobbled paths, and wide views over the sea. It’s a beautiful area for slow walks, village squares, and a more peaceful, authentic side of Pelion.
Activities & Experience
* One of the most iconic experiences in Pelion is the historic Pelion Railway in Milies. A small mountain train through bridges, tunnels, and forest. t’s a unique and memorable family experience.
Tickets should be booked in advance via thIs link- Please note that it is operates only on Weekends ans in some holidays.
* For wine lovers, the area around Argalasti offers small Family wineries producing local wines, with intimate tasting experiences in a simple, authentic setting:
*More in Argalesti: Saturday weekly market worth a visit for local products,and glimpse of everyday village life.
* If you’re interested in hiking trips, you can explore "Pelion Trail Head" website for a variety of day routes, or feel free to ask us for more local recommendations.
* The Voliotis olive mill in Pelion is a family-run olive press offering a traditional look into local olive oil production, with guided visits and tastings of fresh, locally produced olive oil.
* For a different view of Pelion, we recommend renting a small motorboat for a day along the western coast, exploring hidden coves and quiet, hard-to-reach beaches.
* For those who enjoy hiking, there is an 8 km circular route from Rastoni to Milies, Vizitsa and back :(Download Mapy.com app with free registration)
You can also walk only parts of it: From Rastoni To Milies and back or drive to the Milies trail station and continue on foot along the historic tourist railway.
* For more hiking trails arround the peninsula visit Pelion Trail Head Website
*Looking for more activities on the eastern side? check the Pelion Activities website.