About Kavala
Kavala, in Greece, is a seaside town where history and natural beauty coexist. Kavala has a humid climate. There is little snowfall in the winter season. The average annual precipitation is 460 mm. the number of tourists coming to town increase Especially in July and August due to the increasing temperature in these months. A variety of restaurants and hotels are located in the city center. Especially seafood is an important part of the culinary culture. Fresh fish and meze are served in all of the restaurants by the beach. Imaret Monument, Kavala Castle, Adolf Wix Building, Kavala Archaeological Museum, Tobacco Museum, Rapsani Beach, Kalamitsa Beach and Kavala Cultural Center are the most important tourist places to visit in the city. Mehmet Ali Pasha's house is also located in Kavala. Kavala has an endless sense of entertainment. The lively nightlife entertainments last until the early hours of the morning. Particularly, the night life in the places located in the coastal regions adds a different atmosphere to the city. Megalou Alexandrou Pedestrian Street in Eleftherias Square is known as Kavala's most popular meeting point. It is possible to find stylish boutiques, cafés and bars in this area. Besides this, shopping possibilities are also quite diverse.
The Panagia District is the heart of shopping. The Kavala Philippi Festival and The International Festival Cosmopolis are the city's most important activities. Rafting and canoeing can be done thanks to the possibilities offered by the Nestos River. The transportation area of the city is quite wide. Kavala is 20 kilometers from the Great Alexander Airport.
Transportation to Kavala City Center from Airport
Kavala Intl. - Alexander The Great Airport
Known to be among the most beautiful seaside cities of Greece, Kavala attracts tourists with its beautiful beaches and places of entertainment. Those who want to travel to this city fly to Megas Alexandros Apt Airport.
The airport is located about 30 kilometers east of the city. The town, called Chrysoupolis, is very close to the airport. As there is no railway station near the city, it is also very difficult to reach the city center using public transportation. For this reason, you can take the advantage of taking a taxi, renting a car or private shuttle services provided by your hotel.
Bus
You can also prefer to benefit from the buses providing transportation between the airport and the city center. It is very difficult to catch the express bus lines that depart twice a day on weekdays at 06:15 and 18:15 and on Saturdays at 07:10 and 19:15; on Sundays and holidays the express bus line only serves at 19:15. Express buses reach the city center in about half an hour. The buses following the long route do not have regular departure times.
Shuttle Service
You can also benefit from the shuttle services provided by the hotels or some private shuttle companies. You are advised to get information about the shuttle service before deciding on the hotel you are going to stay.
Taxi
Finding a taxi at the airport is easier compared to finding a bus. Compared to European standards, taking a taxi in Kavala is much more affordable. Therefore, taking a taxi is one of the most convenient options you can prefer to reach the city center from the airport.
Rent a car
There are also available car rental companies at the airport. You can travel more practically and comfortably by the car you can rent from these companies. If you prefer, you can also reserve your rental car before your flight.
