With some awesome road trip options available in the surrounding area, renting a car makes sense. Without one, it’d be much harder to experience everything that Kalamata, 19 miles away, has to offer. Almyros Beach ought to be high up on your list here. Mikri Mantinia Beach and Public Library of Kalamata are also not to be missed. Located 20 miles away, Sparta is another popular destination. If you visit, be sure to check out Ancient Sparta, King Leonidas Statue and Archaeological Museum of Sparta.