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#SkyCity #couplestrip #greece We visited the six monasteries of Meteora, the "Sky City," and I wanted to share our experience!

😉 Time: The six monasteries are closed Monday through Friday. If you want to see all six, plan your trip for Saturday and Sunday. It's best to stay overnight in Kalakaba. Accommodation there is far more affordable than in Taiwan!

😍 Transportation: We chose the train. You can pre-purchase tickets a month in advance on the National Railways website. You can choose your seat in A or B class and receive an e-ticket via email. No need to print it out. You can board directly on the platform. The conductor will scan your ticket. The train departed on time from Larissa Station in Athens. Currently, there are no direct trains to Kalakaba, so you must get off at Paleofarsalos Station. After exiting the station (follow the crowds), you'll find a shuttle bus to Kalakaba. Journey time: 3 hours by train, 2 hours by bus!

😋Car Rental: After arriving in Kallangcaba, walk about 10 minutes into the city and find a rental agency (I recommend Hobby Shop) to rent a 125cc motorcycle for 30 euros for 24 hours. The agency will verify your international driver's license is Category A, but seeing that you're Taiwanese is reassuring! Each monastery has parking, but on Saturdays and Sundays, it's hard to find a spot even at the largest parking lot, Great Meteoron, and you might have to park far away. We rode our motorcycles directly to the nearest entrance, which was quite refreshing!

😘Tickets: Entrance to each monastery is 5 euros. Credit cards are accepted at Great Meteoron, but all others accept cash. Most monasteries sell souvenirs, but they may not accept credit cards, so it's best to have cash on hand.

😁Dress: Women must wear a below-the-knee skirt, and men must wear long pants. Otherwise, you'll be asked to wear a free scarf or shirt at the entrance. You don't have to climb St. Stephen's, but all five require climbing, so it's recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring plenty of water!

😜 All the monasteries and two viewpoints are located along the mountain road, which is wide, flat, and not very winding, making it difficult to get lost. The scenery is stunning at every turn, and motorcyclists can easily stop and take photos.

I hope the above sharing is helpful for those planning a trip!

Post by Evaseetheworld | Aug 26, 2025