At a glance: Northwestern Tinos, around 15 kilometres from Tinos Town, built into the slopes of Mount Pateles at around 260 metres above sea level. One of the most picturesque villages on the island, with terraced gardens, marble fountains and sweeping views out over the sea. Best suited to travellers who want quiet, dramatic scenery … Read more
At a glance: Southwestern Tinos, the island’s capital, main port and only sheltered harbour. Built around narrow streets, a long waterfront and a steep climb up to one of the most important pilgrimage churches in Greece. Best suited to travellers who want an easy, central base, with the whole island reachable from the same square … Read more
At a glance: Northwestern Tinos, around 27 kilometres from Tinos Town and 3 kilometres north of Pyrgos. A small fishing village in a closed, sheltered bay, historically the main shipping outlet for the island’s marble. Best suited to travellers combining a stop here with the nearby marble village of Pyrgos, for fresh fish and a … Read more
At a glance: Northwestern Tinos, around 23 kilometres from Tinos Town, set in a green, sheltered valley. The largest village on the island and its centre of marble craft, often described as an open air marble museum. Best suited to travellers who want genuine artistic heritage, from carved shopfronts to a working sculpture school, alongside … Read more
