Quick facts Location: a sheltered bay on the west coast of Syros, about 9 kilometres from Ermoupoli. Known for: its sunsets, widely considered the best on the island, and the Panagia Gorgona mermaid statue at the harbour. Character: a working fishing village that has kept its low key, laid back feel despite being one of … Read more
At a glance: South coast of Syros, around 8 kilometres from Ermoupoli, set in a deep, sheltered bay. The oldest inhabited village on the island, today a quiet, family friendly resort with a Venetian tower and a sandy beach protected from the island’s stronger winds. Best suited to travellers who want a calm, low key … Read more
At a glance: West coast of Syros, around 7 kilometres from Ermoupoli. A sheltered bay village with fine sand shaded by tamarisk trees, the first part of the island to be developed for tourism. Best suited to travellers who want an easy, family friendly beach base with a wide choice of hotels, rooms and the … Read more
At a glance: Rising directly above Ermoupoli, the capital of Syros, a short drive or a longer scenic walk from the harbour below. A car free medieval settlement founded by Venetian Catholics in the 13th century, with narrow stepped lanes and a cathedral crowning the summit. Best suited to travellers who want genuine medieval atmosphere … Read more
At a glance: East coast of Syros, the island’s capital and main port, around 3.5 kilometres from the airport. A grand 19th century town built almost entirely in neoclassical style, with marble squares, an opera house and the medieval hilltop settlement of Ano Syros rising above it. Best suited to travellers who want genuine architecture … Read more
