Sifnos Type: Village

At a glance: Southwest coast of Sifnos, around 10 kilometres from Apollonia, set in a deep, sheltered bay surrounded by hills. A quiet fishing village with a golden sand beach, still home to one of the island’s oldest pottery workshops. Best suited to travellers who want a peaceful, self contained beach base a little further … Read more

At a glance: Southeast coast of Sifnos, around 7 kilometres from Apollonia. A small, sheltered fishing village that served as the island’s main port until 1883, now known for three connected sandy beaches and a quiet, unhurried pace. Best suited to travellers who want a genuine fishing village base with easy beach access and good … Read more

At a glance: Central Sifnos, the island’s capital since 1836, built amphitheatrically across three hills roughly halfway between the port and the coast. Around 5 kilometres from Kamares and 3 kilometres from Kastro. The largest village on the island and its natural hub for shops, restaurants and nightlife. Best suited to travellers who want to … Read more

At a glance: West coast of Sifnos, the island’s main port and largest coastal settlement, around 5 kilometres from Apollonia. A working harbour village built in a sheltered U shape around its bay, with the widest range of hotels, shops and restaurants of anywhere on the coast. Best suited to travellers who want an easy, … Read more

At a glance: Central Sifnos, around 1.5 kilometres north of Apollonia and 6.5 kilometres from Kamares port. The island’s second largest village, built on a hillside and shaped by the wealth of 19th century shipping families. Best suited to travellers who want elegant architecture, quiet lanes and some of the island’s better restaurants, all within … Read more