Ferry travel has always been a major part of vacations, including island hopping in Greece. Attica has at least five ports that serve this goal. In this page there will be a detailed reference to these islands, that could be visited for a daily or weekend get-away from the city.
From Piraeus, Lavrio or Rafina port you can participate on a boat trip to the following islands:
Syros is the capital of Cyclades complex. This island combines the culture: modern & retro, entertainment: Greek & European, religion: Orthodox & Catholic in the most harmonious way.
Ermoupoli is the capital city of Syros, a jewel of neoclassical architecture with grand public buildings and dazzling cultural monuments.
The must sightseeing of Syros are:
The Apollon Theater, Greece’s first ever opera house, was designed by the Italian architect Pietro Sampo. The two-storey building opened its doors in 1864 with a performance of Verdi’s Rigoletto. Nowadays it hosts the annual event of “Ermoupolia” as well as a variety of theatrical performances.
Apollon Theater
Apollon Theater
The church of Dormition, where you can admire the small painting of Virgin Mary (1562-1562), one of the first masterpieces of El Greco (Dominikos Theotokopoulos).
In Syros there are so many festivals that are being held during all months of the year. Some of the most popular are the following: The International Film Festival, Kids Festival, Animasyros: International Animation Festival, Tango Festival, Jazz Festival, Guitar Festival.
Syros has a ferry connection with the following ports: Piraeus, Rafina, Lavrio, Thessaloniki, Amorgos, Anafi, Andros, Astypalaia, Chios, Donoussa, Folegandros, Ikaria, Ios, Kavala, Iraklia, Kea (Tzia), Kimolos, Kos, Koufonisia, Kythnos, Limnos, Leros, Lesvos (Mytilini), Milos, Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Patmos, Rhodes, Santorini, Schinousa, Serifos, Sifnos, Sikinos, Fournoi, Tinos.
One of the most impressive spots of Syros is the old shipowners’ neighborhood of Vaporia, where you can stroll round a refined setting of neoclassical mansions, palm trees and gorgeous terraces that once hosted the island’s most exclusive parties and receptions.
Vaporia
Vaporia
Vaporia
In Syros you will discover cosmopolitan beaches, organized ones, remote and quiet beaches, with sand or pebbles and beaches where you can do numerous sea sports. Some of the most known are: Agathopes, Galissas, Achladi and Megas Gialos, Delfini, Kini, Vari, Azolimnos, Posidonia.
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During sunset, you can stroll around the narrow, cobbled streets of Ano Syros (“Upper Syros), built on a hill, with the cathedral of Agios Georgios, or Saint George, on its top. It is a medieval settlement that is still inhabited mainly by Catholics. Some of the main attractions of the settlement are the Capuchin Monastery with the church of Agios Ioannis, the church of Agia Triada and Agios Nikolaos the Poor – which are in fact the only Orthodox churches in Upper Syros – the Jesuit Monastery with the church of Virgin Mary of Carmel and of course the Museum of Markos Vamvakaris which is connected to the area due to his origin.
Such a wonderful island is only less than two hours journey from the port of Lavrio, with many sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, enchanting coves, picturesque paths, traditional little taverns, restaurants and cafes.
Kythnos has all those characteristics that make it unique and suitable for hiking. Through the paths of Kythnos, a visitor has the opportunity to get in touch with the roots, history, natural beauty and culture of this distinguishable island.
Kythnos offers the most isolated beaches than almost any other island. As a whole, for such a small island, there is an incredible number of beaches. Both small and large sandy beaches ring the whole island, creating a delicate lace of coves and beaches.
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Explore Katafyki Cave, with its fantastic rock formations and spectacular stalactites. This unique geological monument was once a mine and during the 2nd World War was used as a shelter. Longer ago, the islanders would gather in the main chamber at Easter to celebrate the Resurrection.
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While being in Kythnos, do not miss to participate on a boat trip around the island and exploring the neighbouring island of Agios Loukas, with its church, ancient ruins, and wonderful caves.
Kythnos has a ferry connection with the following ports: Piraeus (Athens), Lavrio, Andros, Ios, Kea (Tzia), Kimolos, Milos, Naxos, Paros, Serifos, Sikinos, Sifnos, Syros, Folegandros.
Some of the high lights of Kythnos are the following:
The historic monastery of Virgin Mary of Nikous (“Nikous” is meaning the one who brings the victory). Legend has it, that the miraculous icon of Virgin Mary was brought here after the Fall of Constantinople and then spirited away to Venice, where it is now held in Saint Mark’s Basilica.
Virgin Mary of Nikous
Monastery of Nikous
Monastery of Nikous
One of the hidden treasures of Kythnos is the castle of Oria. This legendary Castle was the medeival capital of Kythnos during the period of Venetian rule. It is an evocative location, with some centuries-old murals and the churches of the Holy Trinity and Divine Mercy, two of the hundred or so that once stood here.
Oria Castle of Kythnos
Loutra (baths) area, have been a touristic attraction with two hot springs: The first is the one of Agioi Anargyroi and it is saline. It is located within a hydrotherapy facility (bath spa) that has been operating for many years attracting a large number of visitors. The second which is called the spring of Kakavos, is 50 meters away from the first one, containing iodine, bromide and sodium chloride while its temperature reaches 52 degrees Celsius. It has been scientifically proven that the waters of the springs are indicated for the treatment of rheumatic, arthritic and gynecological diseases.
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Andros is a beautiful verdant landscape island known for its pristine beaches and emerald water. It is a refined and cosmopolitan island with impressive neoclassical buildings, and aristocratic atmosphere.
There are plenty of interesting coasts such as Piso Gialia, Achla, Vitali, Megali Peza and so many others. If you like wind surfing then you should definitely visit Kypri beach.
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The island has only one camping, named Andros (located 500m away from Gavrio port and it offers tents for rental). Andros island is an ideal destination for lovers of exploration, with forests and valleys, impressive waterfalls (Pythara area), stone water mills, cobbled streets and arched bridges, ornate castles, historic monasteries and a lot of signed paths.
Agios Nikolaos Monastery
Panachrantou Monastery
Stone bridge
Pithara waterfalls
Stone water mill of Korthi
Don’t miss to visit the Springs of Dionysus in the village of Mainites. A magical, verdant place, full of walnut trees, mulberry trees and plane trees. The area is ideal for hiking, since most of it is shaded and cool, thanks to its dense vegetation. Water flows from the mouths of the marble lions in the picturesque square with its taverns and cafes.
Springs of Dionisus
Springs of Dionisus
Another famous springs are Sariza’s waters, is spurting from the large stone fountain in the verdant village of Apikia! Sariza springs are known for their healing properties (they helps those suffering from kidney stones). For this reason this place attracts many visitors, who come to drink water.
Sariza’s waters
Εvery year during August, the International Festival of Andros is the epicenter of summer cultural activities, offering its residents and visitors special concerts, theatrical plays and local events. Furthermore, in Chora of Andros there is also an open air cinema called Alex.
When visiting Andros island, remember to taste marzipan sweets, called amigdalota, kaltsounia and pastelakia (3 different kind of sweets).
Andros has a ferry connection with the ports of: Rafina, Tinos, Mykonos, Siros, Tzia (Kea), Kithnos, Paros and Naxos island.
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Kea island (or else Tzia), is not a popular island, however it is located quite close to Attica (almost one hour journey from Lavrio port) and it is a wonderful destination for a weekend escape. In Kea, the travellers will discover a paradise for hikers as well as an aquatic playground full of legendary shipwrecks for scuba divers to explore.
The capital of the island is Ioulida, with the colorful streets, the Medieval Castle, the Pithios Apollo Temple, the Lion monument, which is dated back to 600 B.C.According to the legend, the beast was sent by Zeus to scare the local water nymphs off the island.
Lion of Kea
Spathi, Xila, Sikamia, Gialiskari, Pisses, Otzias are only a few of the most lovable coasts of the island.
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There is only one camping here, it is called Kea (and it offers tents for rental). For hiking lovers, Kea has a lot of signed pathsto walk and discover the beauties of the island.
One of the most important attractions of the island is the ancient oak forest, the only one in the Cyclades, which covers the Hill of the Prophet Elijah and has been declared a protected natural monument. The forest is ideal for hiking trails, since the routes go through the forest, and pass by beautiful churches, stone windmills and fields with traditional farm buildings. It is worth following the “Aristaios” path, the ancient road that joined the city-states of Ioulida and Karthaia and crosses Mount Prophet Elijah, the island’s highest peak!
Kea is a unique destination for lovers of diving tourism as four very interesting shipwrecks lie on its bottom, which marked its recent history: The sister ship of the Titanic, the hospital ship “Bretanikos” (HMHS Britannic), the French ocean liner “Burdigala”, the paddle steamer ‘Patrice’ and a WWII German Junkers 52 plane.
Junkers 52 plane
French ocean liner Burdigala
Patrice
Britannic
Britannic
Kea is an island with an intense cultural life. From May to September, you will have the chance to enjoy a rich program of events such as the Feast of Agricultural Products, the Fairy Tales Festival, the festivities in memory of Lambros Katsonis and more.
Kea has a ferry connection with the following ports: Lavrio, Andros, Ios, Kimolos, Kythnos, Milos, Naxos, Paros, Sikinos, Syros, Folegandros.
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Cyclades complex of islands is a wonderful destination for summer vacations: Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Naxos, Milos and so many other beautiful islands await the visitors to explore them…
Ionian islands, Corfu, Zakynthos, Lefkada, Kythera, Kefalonia, Paxos, Antipaxos, Ithaca, are very famous for the light blue waters and lush vegetation, castles, amazing night life and beaches and so many other picturesque places!
Dodecanese islands include very popular and cosmopolitan islands such as: Rhodes, Kos, Symi, Karpathos, Patmos, Castellorizo, Astypalea, Leros, Lipsi and so many others mesmerizing islands!
Ferry travel has always been a major part of vacations, including island hopping in Greece. Attica has at least five ports that serve this goal. In this page there will be a detailed reference to these islands, that could be visited for a daily or weekend get-away from the city.
From Piraeus port you can participate on a boat trip to the following islands:
Hydra island is the cosmopolitan and artistic “Lady of the Argosaronic Gulf” with its romantic atmosphere and so many incomparably beautiful villas and picturesque alleys, deserves this title. Being only less than 2 hours away from Piraeus by ferry, it makes this destination very accessible for weekend and day trips.
This island feels unspoiled due to the absence of any motorized vehicle. You’ll be able to spend time strolling about on foot, soaking up every minute of the Hydra experience.
There are quiet and crowded beaches, great entertainment opportunities and a superb service, that meets even the most fussy demands. Some of the unique beaches are: Mandraki, Aghios Nikolas, Bisti, Kaminia, Vlychos.
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Do not miss the experience to participate on a boat trip to the island of Dokos (or else Aperopia) in the straits between Hydra and the Peloponnese. Swim in its crystal-clear waters, where the world’s oldest shipwreck (dating from the 3rd millennium BC) was discovered in 1975.
Dokos islet
Dokos islet
Dokos islet
Hydra has a ferry connection with the following ports: Piraeus, Spetses, Poros, Porto Heli, Ermioni, Metohi (Peloponnese).
Hydra has inspired dozens of intellectuals and artists and you can go on a literary pilgrimage to the house of the famous Canadian poet and songwriter Leonard Cohen (he lived there for 6 years in the 1960s).
Cohen’s house, Hydra island
Cohen’s house, Hydra island
Cohen’s house, Hydra island
While being in Hydra:
You can watch the sunset from the Bastions with their cannons to the right and left of the Hydra’s port.
You can experience the spectacle of the “Miaoulia Festival” in June. The highlight of the celebrations is a re-enactment of the 1821 Battle of Hydra, at which a replica Turkish frigate is burnt to the sound of classical music followed by a firework display.
In Hydra you can move by scooters, by donkeys, by bicycles or just walk.
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Spetses Island is lying in Argosaronikos’ Gulf along with Hydra Island. It is known by the Venetians as the “Izola di Spezzie” (the island of scents) a place that stands against time’s velocity and modern trends.
Spetses is the land of many great captains back that fought in 1821 Greek Revolution, a shelter for many celebrities and “primes”, that choose this island for their relaxation and vacations.
The only means of transportation in Spetses are bicycles and horse carriages-a remembrance of the island’s glorious past! Do not miss the chance to go for a romantic evening ride in a horse-drawn carriage along the coastal road that connects the port of Dapia with the old harbor.
Small boats, sea taxis, and summer free-buses, will take you to the secluded beaches of Agia Paraskevi and Xilokeriza. The popular beach of Agioi Anargiri is organized with sunbeds and beach bars. You can also enjoy water sports like water ski, kayak, banana boat ride and windsurf. Another astonished beaches are: Zogeria & Agia Marina.
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Accross Spetses Island there is Spetsopoula Island, another small paradise, very close to Agia Marina Bay. The island belongs to the family of shipowner Stavros Niarchos. You can approach the island by sea-taxi.
Spetsopoula island
Spetses has two cinemas: Cine Titania (covered one, open during winter months) and Cine Marina (open-air summer cinema).
Spetses port is connected to Hydra, Aegina and Poros, as sea-taxis and boats carry visitors during summertime and Piraeus, Porto Heli & Ermioni as well.
Spetses is also the island of the legendary female naval commander, Laskarina Bouboulina. One of the most important sites to visit is the marvelous “Bouboulina Museum“. There you can learn all about the legendary naval commander of the Greek War of Independence, the only woman ever to have held the title of Admiral. Housed in the family mansion, the museum displays relics of the 1821 uprising (including collections of weapons, old books, paintings, letters, and models of ships), personal belongings and old furniture.
Bouboulina Museum
Bouboulina Museum
Bouboulina Museum
While being in Spetses:
You can explore the Old Port, the center of the island’s nightlife. Make a stop to admire the magnificent Poseidonion Grand Hotel, an architectural jewel and a favorite destination for high society.
Poseidonion Grand Hotel
For those who love walking or riding a bicycle, Spetses offer many paths around the city. The most popular is the one leading to Profitis Ilias church, the island’s highest spot, where you can have a panoramic view of Argosaronikos Gulf and East Peloponnese’s mountains. Another beautiful trail is the one from Ntapia Square to Kasteli. Kasteli is Spetses’ old city, built on the Middle Age. As you reach the town, you’ll have the chance to see the old wall’s ruins. In Kasteli you can visit Agios Vasileios church, built where the city’s acropolis was, and Agia Triada church.
Kasteli
You can participate to the celebration of Armata. It is being held in September and the visitors can revive the re-enactment of the famous battle of Spetses, during which a replica Turkish flagship is burnt in the island’s harbor with spectacular fireworks.
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Poros is known as the “Bosporus of the Argosaronic Gulf” because it is separated from the coast of Peloponnese (Galatas village) by a channel that is only 350m wide at its narrowest point. Galatas lemon forest with lemon and orange trees, old watermills and streams, is just a 10-minute boat ride from Poros.
Galatas port, Peloponnese
When you land, you find quaint tavernas, yacht marinas, neoclassical buildings, a clock tower, pine-tree forests reaching the sea, serenity and relaxation.
Among the pine trees in the middle of Poros, you’ll come across the ruins of a Doric temple dedicated to Poseidon, built in the 6th century BC out of blue limestone. Demosthenes, the orator, arrived here as a fugitive and ended his life by drinking hemlock.
Temple of Poseidon, Poros
Poros has a ferry connection with the following ports: Piraeus, Aegina, Spetses, Hydra, Ermioni, Methana, Porto Heli.
There are a lot of beaches, organized or not, popular or less known, suitable for every taste: Askeli, Love Bay, Russian Naval Bay, Kanali, Monastiri, Plaka, Mikro & Megalo Neorio.
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Poros has a ferry connection with Methana (Peloponnese). The healing power of the Methana Volcanic Spa is famous since ancient times, when the Roman writer Pausanias visited the area. Some ancient baths can still be visited in the bay of Thiafi. Sfagia springs are located at the entrance to the city of Methana. They are open all year round, free of charge. The healing springs of Methana are therapeutic for many diseases such as: Arthropathy, spondylitis, rheumatism, fractures, gynecological diseases, infertility, respiratory system diseases, bronchitis, skin diseases.
Aegina Island is the most popular weekend destination from Athens and definitely a place with endless beauty and interest, that can’t be explored in two days. The island is famous for its pistachios the “Aegina peanut” as well as other local products such as peanut butter, peanut nutella, peanut pastel sweets.
One of the most important places of interest in Aegina is the site of Palaiochora. It represents Aegina, during Byzantine times. This area is known as the “Mystras of Aegina” because it once had 565 churches, 28 out of them (with exceptional wall paintings) have withstood the ravages of time, just like the ruins of a medieval castle and two incredible monasteries.
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Aegina is also known for the Monastery of Agios Nektarios (1907) near the village of Kontos, one of the largest places of pilgrimage in the Orthodox Christian world.
Do not miss the opportunity for a boat trip to magnificent islet of Moni, opposite the harbor of Perdika. Board a boat and in 10 minutes you will find yourself amidst idyllic natural surroundings full of pine trees, deer, wild goats, peacocks, pheasants, squirrels and miniature horses waiting to be fed by you. Moni has wonderful crystal clear turquoise waters and due to its pine wood you can explore the island through trails.
Moni took its name from the Monastery of Virgin Mary Chrisoleontisa (in Aegina) because the island belongs to this Monastery. Monastery word in Greek, is called “Moni”. The Monastery of Virgin Mary Chrisoleontisa is dedicated to the Assumption of Virgin Mary (15th of August) and the island is honoring the Mother with cultural and traditional events during these days of summer. We call these musical events panigiria.
In Aegina, if you feel romantic, you can take a tour in a horse-drawn carriage and be transported to the old town, the imposing neoclassical buildings and other monuments.
Above the bay of Agia Marina, you can admire the imposing architecture of the Temple of Aphea Αthina(490 BC) on top of a pine-covered hill with breathtaking views of the Argosaronic Gulf. Older than the Parthenon by 60 years, it is an elegant Doric structure with marble pediments from Paros island and impressive sculptures. When the sky is clear, it is possible to see as far as Cape Sounion and Piraeus.
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Some of the picturesque beaches of the island are: Perdika, Souvala, Agia Marina, Vagia.
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Aegina has a ferry connection with the following ports: Piraeus, Hydra, Spetses, Poros, Agistri, Methana.
Agistri island is blessed with abundant greenery – that it resembles a floating pine forest – and pristine beaches with exotic turquoise and emerald waters, this welcoming island is a haven of tranquillity for romantics and nature lovers.
This tiny island has four villages and it is a wonderful gem of Argosaronic Gulf. In Agistri you can enjoy endless hours of walking, read a book under a pine-tree’s shadow, taste the locals’ dishes, along with a glass of ouzo and dream…
From Agistri you can participate on a boat trip to the exotic wonderful islands of Dorousa, Kira, Metopi and the rocky islet of Spalathronisi.
Kira island
Metopi island
Spalathronisi islet
If you stay in Agistri during July or August you can visit (on a boat excursion) the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, where popular performances and theatrical events take place.
Agistri has a ferry connection with the following ports: Piraeus, Aegina.
Some of the beautiful coast of Agistri are: Mareza, Halikiada, Skala, Megalochori, Skliri.Dragonera and Aponisos are backed by lush nature and they offer the perfect ambiance for relaxing days at the beach!
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Crossing the island on foot from one edge to the other takes only 20 minutes and you will surely find many excuses to stop counting time. Furthermore, in the southern part of Agistri, to the west, lies the famous Lake of Agistri – also known as “Basin-Lekani salt lake” for the locals, ideal for trekking (you can follow the path that passes through this point on the map) or by bike, which is the most common way of transportation on Agistri.
Would you like to discover the beauties of North Greece, the sites, the caves, the mountains, the gorge, the castles, the activities and the wonderful beaches? Then you can visit:
Cyclades complex of islands is a wonderful destination for summer vacations: Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Naxos, Milos and so many other beautiful islands await the visitors to explore them…
Ionian islands, Corfu, Zakynthos, Lefkada, Kythera, Kefalonia, Paxos, Antipaxos, Ithaca, are very famous for the light blue waters and lush vegetation, castles, amazing night life and beaches and so many other picturesque places!
Dodecanese islands include very popular and cosmopolitan islands such as: Rhodes, Kos, Symi, Karpathos, Patmos, Castellorizo, Astypalea, Leros, Lipsi and so many others mesmerizing islands!
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Στην Σαρωνίδα υπάρχουν αρκετοί θερινοί κινηματογράφοι όπως: το Κοράλι Cinemax, η Αίγλη (η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook), το Trianon Cinemax και ο Ορφέας.
Στο Λαύριο λειτουργεί ο θερινός κινηματογράφος Cinemax,στην Κερατέα το Cinemax Ηλέκτρα (η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook), στο Πόρτο Ράφτη ο θερινός cine Mariel(η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook) και το Alex cinema, στην Αρτέμιδα υπάρχει τοΆστρον Digital cinema (η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook), στην Ραφήνα το ΑελλώDigital Cinema (η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook), στο Μάτι το Cine Ρία (η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook) και το Μαϊάμι, στο Ζούμπερι το θερινό σινεμά Φλωρίδα (η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook) στην Νέα Μάκρη ο κινηματογράφος Σίσσυ, στην παραλία Μαραθώνα το σινεμά cool Τύμβος. Στο Κορωπί βρίσκεται το Σινέ Κέκρωψ. Στην Λεωφόρο Σουνίου 6 (έναντι ΟΤΕ) στο Λαύριο βρίσκεται ο κινηματογράφος “Τα χρόνια της αθωότητας” Cinemax.
Στην παραλία των Αγίων Αποστόλων στον Κάλαμο, βρίσκεται ο θερινός κινηματογράφος Μαριάννα (η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook), στο Χαλκούτσι το σινεμά Αθηναία Garden και στον Ωρωπό το σινεμά Ωρωπός 3D Digital Cinema (η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook).
Τα θερινά σινεμά στο κέντρο της πόλης μας είναι αρκετά και σε ορισμένες περιπτώσεις έχουν θέα την Ακρόπολη και τον Παρθενώνα.
Στο Κολωνάκι βρίσκεται ο θερινός κινηματογράφος Δεξαμενή (στην ομώνυμη πλατεία), η Αθηναία (στην οδό Χάρητος 50) και στην οδό Ριζάρη 2 το Cine Πολεμικό Μουσείο. Στα Εξάρχεια (Βαλτετσίου 46) βρίσκεται ο κινηματογράφος Ριβιέρα, στην πλατεία Εξαρχείων (Θεμιστοκλέους 82) το Βοξ, και στην περιοχή Νεάπολη (Ζωναρά και Αγαθίου) το Εκράν. Στην Πλάκα (Κυδαθηναίων 22) βρίσκεται το Cine Paris, στο Θησείο (Αποστόλου Παύλου 7) βρίσκεται το cine Θησείον. Στα Άνω Πετράλωνα (Τρώων 36) βρίσκεται οΖέφυρος. Στην Ιερά Οδό 48 & Μεγ. Αλεξάνδρου 134-136 βρίσκεται η Ταινιοθήκη της Ελλάδος και ο θερινός κινηματογράφος Λαϊς. Στην οδό Μαυρομιχάλη 165, βρίσκονται τα Παναθήναια (η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook). Στο Παγκράτι (Πρατίνου 7) υπάρχει ο θερινόςΌασιςκαι στην οδό Υμηττού 109 το Πάλας. Στον Υμηττό στην οδό Κωνσταντινουπόλεως 16 βρίσκεται ο Αμύντας (η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook). Στην οδό Λευκωσίας 43, πλατεία Αγίου Ανδρέα στα Πατήσια βρίσκεται το Ατενέ. Στην Πατησίων 292 (Όσιος Λουκάς) βρίσκεται η Ηλέκτρα, στην Πατησίων 140 βρίσκεται το Αελλώ, στην Κοδριγκτώνος 21 (Πατησίων 101) το Τριανόν και στην Νάξου 115 (Άγιος Λουκάς) βρίσκεται ο θερινός κινηματογράφος Λιλά. Στην οδό Τενέδου 34 (και Φωκίωνος Νέγρη), στην Κυψέλη βρίσκεται ο Δημοτικός Κινηματογράφος Στέλλα(η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook). Επίσης στο κέντρο στην Λεωφόρο Κηφισίας 29-31, βρίσκεται ο κινηματογράφος Ελληνίς. Στην Λεωφόρο Κηφισίας 14 στους Αμπελόκηπους, βρίσκεται το Άνεσις Cine. Στην οδό Κουσιανόφσκυ και Παπαδά 40 (από Κατεχάκη 37-39), στην περιοχή Ελληνορώσων (Μετρό Κατεχάκη) βρίσκεται ο θερινός Κάρμεν(η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook). Στην οδό Βασιλίσσης Όλγας βρίσκεται η Αίγλη, εντός του κήπου Ζαππείου (η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook).
Συνεχίζοντας την παρουσίαση των θερινών κινηματογράφων, θα αναφερθούμε στους θερινούς κινηματογράφους των προαστίων της Αττικής.
Στην Παλλήνη υπάρχει ο κινηματογράφος Παλλήνη, στον Γέρακα το σινέ Γέρακας.
Στους Αγίους Αναργύρους και πιο συγκεκριμένα στο Escape center υπάρχει θερινή αίθουσα των Options cinema και μπορείτε να ενημερωθείτε για τις προβολές κάνοντας κλικ εδώ. Στην Ανάκασα υπάρχει ο δημοτικός κινηματογράφος Μαρία-Έλενα-Όναρ.
Στην Αγία Παρασκευή βρίσκεται το cine Αμαρυλλίς και ο δημοτικός θερινός κινηματογράφος “Θανάσης Βέγγος“, του οποίου οι κινηματογραφικές προβολές δεν έχουν ανακοινωθεί ακόμη.
Στην Καλλιθέα βρίσκονται τρεις θερινοί κινηματογράφοι, τοΦλερύ, τα Διονύσια, και ο δωρεάν δημοτικός κινηματογράφος Σινε Θερινόν (το πρόγραμμα προβολών δεν έχει ακόμη ανακοινωθεί).
Στον Ταύρο (στο σταθμό του Ρούφ) βρίσκεται η Νέα Μασκώτ.
Στην Νίκαια (στον πολυχώρο Μάνος Λοϊζος) βρίσκεται τοΣινέ Νίκαια.
Στον Κορυδαλλό βρίσκεται ο δημοτικός κινηματογράφος Σινέ Παράδεισος.
Στην Αγία Βαρβάρα βρίσκεται ο δημοτικός θερινός Σινέ Πάνθεον.
Στην Νέα Σμύρνη βρίσκεται ο κινηματογράφος Φιλίπ και ο Σπόρτιγκ Digital Cinema (οι σελίδες ανοίγουν μέσω facebook).
Στον Βύρωνα υπάρχει ο θερινός Λάουρα Europa Digital Cinemas και ηΑρκαδία(οι σελίδες ανοίγουν μέσω facebook).
Στην Καισαριανή βρίσκεται ο θερινός δημοτικός κινηματογράφος Αιολία.
Στου Παπάγου βρίσκεται ο θερινός δημοτικός κινηματογράφοςΆρτεμις.
Στην Άνω Ηλιούπολη βρίσκεται ο δημοτικός κινηματογράφος Μελίνα Μερκούρη.
Στην Αργυρούπολη υπάρχει τοΣινέ Αργυρούπολη και η Αλόμα(οι σελίδες ανοίγουν μέσω facebook).
Στην Δάφνη βρίσκεται το σινέ Δάφνη(η σελίδα ανοίγει μέσω facebook).
Στην περιοχή του Ζωγράφου υπάρχει ο δημοτικός θερινός κινηματογράφος Αλέκα.
Και κάπως έτσι ολοκληρώνεται το άρθρο για τα θερινά σινεμά της Αττικής. Καλές προβολές και καλή διασκέδαση…
Εάν θέλετε να ενημερωθείτε για τα ωραιότερα καφέ της Αττικής κάντε κλικ στον σύνδεσμο: Ωραιότερα Καφέ.
Εάν θέλετε να μάθετε ποιες είναι οι ωραιότερες παραλίες της νησιωτικής Ελλάδας κάντε κλικ στον σύνδεσμο: Ωραιότερες Παραλίες.
Μπορείτε να ενημερωθείτε για όλες οι δωρεάν εκδηλώσεις της πόλης μας (σινεμά, θέατρο, εκθέσεις, συναυλίες για μικρούς και μεγάλους με ελεύθερη είσοδο) με ένα κλικ στην Ψυχαγωγία.
Και για το τέλος σας άφησα τα καλύτερα. Στην σελίδα Διαγωνισμοί σας έχω όλα τα sites της Αττικής στα οποία μπορείτε να κερδίσετε 2πλες προσκλήσεις για θέατρο, συναυλίες, εκθέσεις, κινηματογράφο. Επίσης στην ίδια σελίδα σας έχω όλα τα sites, μέσω των οποίων μπορείτε να αγοράσετε εισιτήρια για θεατρικές παραστάσεις (στην μισή τιμή από την αρχική) μέσω κουπονιών.
Thessaloniki, Halkidiki, Kavala all popular cities, are part of Macedonia: One destination thousand of different pictures! An unforgettable seaside paradise, a mosaic of images, lakes, rivers: Delta of Nestos with its rich flora – fauna, a variety and rarity of the species that cannot be found anywhere else, mountains, archaeological sites such as “Vergina”, a mesmerizing museum of King’s Tombs that everybody should visit at least once upon a lifetime!
Let’s start our journey and discover all the campings (that include resorts, rooms, studios or bungalows available for rental), outdoor activities such as rafting, wind or kite surfing, trekking, important monuments, caves, archaeological sites that you can explore while being in Macedonian cities during vacations.
The highest mountain of Greece Olympos is located in Pieria Prefecture. Olympos constitutes a unique ecosystem with gorge, caves and more than 1.500 types of plants, dozens of animal species and many rare birds. Some of the most important sites of Pieria are:
Enipeas gorge and waterfalls for trekking (near Enipeas river) with beautiful nature scenery.
Enipeas gorge
Enipeas gorge
Enipeas gorge
Palaios Panteleimonas, a tradiotional stone complex of settlements for coffee or food or even for a walk in the picturesque side streets.
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Pieria prefecture includes a coastal line of about 80 km with beautiful sea shores such as Korinos, Katerini, Litochoro, Plaka, Leptokarya, Skotina, Panteleimonas, Platamonas, Nei Pori.
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There are a lot of camping installations too, offering to the visitors the opportunity to rent a tent, a room, a bungalow, a cabin, a studio etc. At the beach of Panteleimonas there is: a) the camping Poseidon (it offers bungalows for rental), b) the camping Heraklia(all relevant info is available through facebook page), c) the camping Esperides (it offers family rooms for rental).
At the beach of Palaios Panteleimonas there is the camping Filippion (it offers bungalows or maisonettes for rental). At the beach of Neos Panteleimonas there is the campingHellas, the camping Castle(it also offers bungalows for rental) and the camping Orpheus.
At Plaka beach, near Litochoro of Pieria, there is a) the luxurious camping Olympos Beach (it offers caravans, bungalows and villas for rental), b) the camping Olympios Zeus(it also offers bungalows for rental).
Plaka beach
Variko beach
Gritsa beach
At Variko beach, near Litochoro there is a) the camping Stolos, b) the camping Variko Beach (it also offers bungalows for rental). At Korinos beach there is the camping Odysseia(it offers bungalows and caravans for rental). At Gritsa beach, near Litochoro there is a) the camping Evridiki(the relevant information is available through facebook page) b) the campingMitikas(it also offers rooms for rental). At Methoni there is the campingAgiannis(it also offers rooms for rental).
Pieria prefecture has been surrounded by huge mountain lines and due to its distinguishable geo-morphology is a beloved destination for those who like mountaineering and hiking excursions, paragliding, wind and kite surfing at the beaches of Platamonas and Nei Pori.
While staying in a camping you can also organize a daily excursion to nearby cities and have the opportunity to explore interesting sites and live unforgettable moments during vacations. Some of these interesting places are the following:
The marvelous Pozar thermal springs (located in Loutraki, Aridea, Pella Prefecture) in a green natural scenery. Τhis location is about 1.30h distance by car from Katerini, capital city of Pieria. Pozar thermal springs offer balneotherapy for those who suffer from rheumatism, arthritis, ailments of the peripheral nerves, gynecological and skin ailments, sprains, fractures.
Pozar springs
Pozar springs
Pozar springs
The museum of the Kings’ Tombs ofVergina (in village of Aigai of Imathia Prefecture). Τhis location is about 1h distance by car from Katerini.
The archaeological site of Vergina (museum), Imathia Prefecture
Vergina Museum
Vergina Museum
Vergina Museum
Vergina Museum
Edessa’s waterfalls, Pella Prefecture. Τhis location is about 1.30h distance by car from Katerini.
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The thicket of Agios Nikolaos in Naoussa, Imathia Prefecture. Τhis location is almost a little bit over 1h distance by car from Katerini.
Thicket of Agios Nikolaos, Naoussa, Imathia Prefecture
Thessaloniki is the second biggest city of Greece. It is built near the sea of Thermaikos gulf and the habitats are very friendly and hospitable. In this city, there are a lot of monuments of importance value, beautiful coasts, castles and Aristotelous square with a variety of cafes, restaurants and an intense day and night life.
Some of the most worth-to-see sites are:
The Byzantine Castles and the famous Genti Koule (with a panoramic view of the city side, an ideal place for a walk, coffee or food).
Byzantine Castle
Byzantine Castle
Byzantine Castle
Ladadika the hot spot of the city with taverns, cafe, clubs and restaurants.
In Epanomi beach, there is the only one camping of this prefecture and it is called Akti Retzika. It offers bungalows or studios for rental. Thessaloniki is also very close to Halkidiki with its unique coastal lines with crystal blue waters (there will be extended reference below).
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Thessaloniki prefecture has also a lot of thermal springs in the following areas:
Lagadas, (these thermal springs offer balneotherapy for rheumatisms, arthritis, gynecological ailments, skin ailments, kidney problems, mineral water drinking therapy for ailments of the gastrointestinal and urinary system)
Sedes,(therapeutic for those who suffer from rheumatisms, arthritis, ailments of the peripheral nerves, skin ailments, post trauma conditions, gynecological ailments)
Souroti, of municipality of Thermi. The natural resource of Souroti spring, is indicated for hydrotherapy in the form of mineral water drinking therapy for diseases of the gastrointestinal system, nephrolithiasis and iron deficiency anemia, as well as in the form of balneotherapy in cases of mild peripheral obstructive vasculopathy and mild arterial hypertension.
Nea Apollonia, of municipality of Volvi (therapeutic for those who suffer from chronic rheumatisms and degenerative injuries, gynecological ailments, neuritis, neuralgia, allergic skin ailments, ailments of the urinary tracks of the kidneys, liver, gall bladder, mineral water drinking therapy for ailments of the gastrointestinal system, inhalation therapy for infections of the upper respiratory system).
From Thessaloniki you can implement a daily road excursion to nearby cities and very interesting sites such as:
The museum of the Kings’ Tombs ofVergina(in village of Aigai of Imathia Prefecture). Τhis location is less than an 1h distance by car from Thessaloniki.
Edessa’s waterfalls, Pella Prefecture. Τhis location is less than an 1h distance by car from Thessaloniki.
Pozarthermal springs (located in Loutraki, Aridea, Pella Prefecture) in a greeny natural scenery. Τhis location is about 1.30h distance by car from Thessaloniki.
The thicket ofAgios Nikolaosin Naoussa, Imathia Prefecture. Τhis location is almost a little bit less than 1.30h distance by car from Thessaloniki.
Agios Athanasios is a stone-builted village in Pella Prefecture. It is located near Kaimaktsalan ski resort (Vorras Mountain), it is ideal for its routes for ski and snowboard. It is located about 2h distance by car either from Thessaloniki or Katerini.
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Skra’s waterfalls and Emerald lake, in Kilkis Prefecture. Τhis location is less than 1.30h distance by car from Thessaloniki.
Skra waterfalls
Agios George’s cave in Kilkis Prefecture, one of the most important caves of Greece, due to the fact that it is medically indicated as suitable for the treatment of respiratory diseases. The cave of Kilkis has proved to be ideal and accumulated all the conditions as a cave-therapy center, with beneficial effects in cases of chronic respiratory diseases (asthma) and with particularly improved results to children, in reference to the treatment of skin diseases due to allergic infections and in general an overall rejuvenation of the human body. It is located about on a 1h distance by car, from Thessaloniki. Furthermore, close to this cave (on a distance of approximate 300m) there is a municipal snack bar, where on its 2nd floor, a very important Paleontology Exhibition is housed. This Exhibition presents findings from the Cave of Agios Georgios, and a lot of famous fossilized bones and teeth, dating back to the Ice Age. These bones belonged to animals that have now been disappeared from Europe, due to the climate change, such as animals were: The cave hyena, the giant weasel, the giant deer, the primitive ox, the wild horse.
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Another marvelous cave is the Dragon’s cave in Kastoria Prefecture. It is located about 2h distance by car from Thessaloniki. The cave stretches over an accessible route of 300 meters where the visitor can marvel at an impressive number of stalactites and stalagmites. The temperature inside the cave remains stable throughout the year, ranging between 16 – 18 ⁰C, while the humidity goes up to 90%. In order to properly replenish the air inside, no more than 12 people, are allowed to be inside the cave, at the same time.
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Thessaloniki is a city surrounded by mountains and the funs of hiking trails can enjoy the beauties of the nature scenery through walking paths. Chortiatis mountain, has also a lodge offering accommodation and food as well as organized hiking excursions.
Halkidiki is the garden of paradise, one of the best journeys! The visitors repeat their vacations every year to this magnificent place, because there are so many good reasons: Crystal light blue and turquoise waters, caves, sandy beaches, wild and cosmopolitan places of interest, intense night life all of these in combination with the amazing landscape of pine trees compose a dreamy destination.
The peninsula of Halkidiki consists of three smaller peninsulas: Kassandra, Sithonia and Athos Mountain (Holly Mountain due to its monasteries). Some of the most important places of interest are:
Petralona cave (in Moudania, Halkidiki). This cave is known for its famous skull of an ancient man, the Archanthropus (i.e. an archaic Homo sapiens).
Petralona cave, Halkidiki
Petralona cave, Halkidiki
Petralona cave, Halkidiki
The ancient city of Olynthoswith its remarkable ruins (a few klm distance from Nea Moudania area).
Olynthos, Halkidiki
Olynthos, Halkidiki
Olynthos, Halkidiki
The ancient Stagira, place of birth of Aristotle (in Olympiada area of Halkidiki).
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Halkidiki, apart from the marvelous coast lines, has also the most, in number, campings than any other prefecture of Greece. The presentation will take place in random series and will include only those campings which are organized and near the coastal lines. A lot of campings in Halkidiki are luxurious and offer studios, bungalows, equipped rooms and apartments for rental. Armenistis is a camping located in Sithonia, Halkidiki and it offers mobile homes, beach houses, caravans, tents and youth hostels for rental.
Armenistis Beach, Sithonia Halkidiki
In Kalamitsi Sithonia, there are: a) Porto Kalamitsi camping, it offers rooms and bungalows for rental b) Thalatta Kalamitsi Village Camp, it offers mobile homes, wooden mobile huts, caravans and luxury tents for rental, c) Tsitrelicamping which it offers caravans, mobile houses, rooms and maisonettes for rental.
Kalamitsi Beach, Sithonia Halkidiki
In Neos Marmaras there are: a) Stavroscamping (it also offers apartments for rental), b)Areticamping (it also offers bungalows and cottages for rental), c) Marmaras camping (it offers tents and caravans for rental), d) Castello camping (it also offers rooms, mobile homes, campers, caravans and tents for rental).
Neos Marmaras Beach, Sithonia Halkidiki
In Tristinika Sithonia there is the camping Iza and Anamour (which offers tents with all inclusive equipment for rental). A few kilometers away, in Vourvourou beach there are a) the camping Lacara(it offers tents, bungalows, bamboo-huts, caravans, mobile homes for rental), b) Akti Oneirou (it offers bungalows, wooden bungalows, mobile homes and caravans for rental), c) campingRea(it offers caravans for rental).
In Ammouliani island, there is the camping Alikes. Ammouliani is accessible by boat from Tripiti beach, near Ouranoupoli.
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In Metamorfosi, Sithonia there is a) the camping Sunny Bay (it offers tents or caravans for rental) b) the camping Sithon (it offers tents, built rooms and built tents for rental). In Akti Zografou beach, Agios Nikolaos Sithonia there is the camping Porto Elea (it offers villas, mobile homes, rooms and apartments for rental), In Nikiti beach, Sithonia, there is the camping Mitari (it offers also mobile homes for rental) and in Sarti beach there is the camping Platanitsi. In Nea Roda beach, Komitsa there is the camping Komitsa, very close to Holly Mountain (Mount Athos) and it offers tents, hut homes, caravans and rooms for rental.
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In Ouranoupolis there is the camping Ouranoupoli(it offers luxury bungalows for rental). In Melissi, Sithonia there is the camping Melissi, in Gerakini beach there is the camping Kouyoni (it offers bungalows for rental).
Ouranoupoli, Halkidiki
In Sikia beach, Sithonia there are a) the camping Pitsoni (it offers tents or caravans for 2-3-4 persons) b) the campingValti (it offers caravans, villas or houses for rental) c) the camping Paradisos d) the camping Katerina e) Linaraki Studios and camping (which offers bungalows or studios or apartments for rental).
Sikia Beach, Sithonia Halkidiki
In Possidi beach (Kassandra area of Halkidiki) the camping Possidi is located (it offers tents, caravans wooden houses or studios for rental.
Possidi Beach, Kassandra Halkidiki
In Nea Moudania there is the campingOuzouni Beach. In Kriopigi beach there is the camping Kriopigi. In Sani Beach, Kassandra peninsula there is the camping Blue Dream (it offers tents, caravans and rooms for rental). In Kallikratia beach there is the campingAigeas(it offers caravans for rental).
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Ιn Paliouri village (Kassandra area), an oil painter, transformed the whole environment of his birth place by decorating flower pots and putting them in miscellaneous parts of the village! He initially started his project by gathering wasted tins and cans. During last winter, he managed to collect about 100 useless tins and cans. He cleaned them and bought the painting colors at his own expense. Then he assigned to the children of the village, by his guidance, to paint the cans, which looked like small dolls with so pretty vivid colors! Ιnside the cans the children planted flowers of different species and colors! And the outcome of their efforts is presented in the following pictures! So if your journey leads you to Halkidiki, this summer, make a stop to Paliouri to admire this charming village!
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In Kassandra peninsula there are the thermal springs of Agia Paraskevi therapeutic for those who suffer from bone and joint diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, elystiki osteoarthritis, discopathy, myalgia- myositis, tendinitis, old fractures and cervical syndrome.
Agia Paraskevi, Thermal springs
Agia Paraskevi, Thermal springs
Agia Paraskevi, Thermal springs
Apart from Ammouliani island close to Halkidiki, there are, furthermore, some smaller islands and islets such as Drenia, Diaporos, Kelifos, which can be reached on a daily cruise. For additional information you can press here.
Ammouliani island and Drenia island from above
Diaporos island, near Vourvourou Beach, Sithonia Halkidiki
Diaporos island from above
One of the most important religious places of Greece is the Holly Mountain, in Athos peninsula with its reverential monasteries. The access is permitted restrictively to males.
Kavala is considered the Mecca of tobacoo, since thousands of tobacco workers, earned their living here during past times. Nowadays, Kavala is a modern coastal city, with its chic shops, cafes, bars, restaurants as well as a tobacco warehouses that have been transformed into a shopping center.
Some of the most important sites of Kavala are:
The Castle (or else the Acropolis) of Kavala, with its panoramic view to the trademark of the city.
Castle Kavala
Castle Kavala
Castle Kavala
Imaret, which was initially a religious, educational and charity center. The word Imaret in Arabic language comes from “imara” which means construction. From year 2001, this construction was given from the Egypt State to a civilian for a full reconstruction and transformation to a luxury hotel.
The ancient theater and the archaeological site of Philippi.
Archaeological site of Filippi, Kavala Prefecture
The coastal lines of Kavala are expanded in decades of kilometres and the picturesque beaches are so many such as: Batis, Toska, Perigiali, Rapsani, Kalamitsa, Nea Irakleitsa, Ammolofi, Ammoglossa of Keramoti, Kariani. From Nea Iraklitsa beach you can visit by boat the small rocky island of Fidonisi with emerald waters.
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In Nea Karvali beach, there is the camping Alexandros (it offers wooden bungalows or rooms for rental). In the 4th klm of the old national road from Thessaloniki to Kavala, there is the multiplex camping of Batis (it offers caravans for rental). In Nea Iraklitsa there is the camping Paradiso.
Nea Karvali beach, Kavala Prefecture
Kavala has a ferry connection with Samos island, Lesvos, Lemnos, Ikaria, Chios and Piraeus port. Kavala is also known for its sugar buns with almonds.
For those who like hiking excursions, there is the “Water Road“a footpath of about 10 klm where the visitor meets a lot of important sites of the area (such as old bridges, stony paths, churches, forests and springs).
Kavala is also known for its thermal springs in Krinides mud baths, near Delta of Nestos’ river (offer balneotherapy for the ailments of the musculoskeletal system, mineral water drinking therapy for the gastrointestinal and urinary system, therapeutic clay for those who suffer from autoimmune diseases, rheumatism and skin ailments).
Krinides thermal springs
In Paranesti, Drama Prefecture, about 1hour distance by car from Kavala, there are the thermal springs of Thermia (they offer balneotherapy for the ailments of the musculoskeletal system, rheumatism, autoimmune diseases, as well as in cases of mild peripheral obstructive vasculopathy and mineral water drinking therapy for the gastrointestinal and the urinary system).
Kavala is located in a flexible point. A visitor who stays in Kavala, has the ability to participate on a daily road excursion to nearby sites of importance such as:
Cave of Alistratis, in Nea Zichni of Serres Prefecture (about 1h distance by car from Kavala).
Cave of Alistratis, Serres
Cave of Alistratis, Serres
Cave of Alistratis, Serres
The archaelogical site of Amphipolis, Serres Prefecture (less than 1h distance by car from Kavala).
Leon of Amphipolis, Serres Prefecture
The Fort of Roupel, in Promachonas, Serres Prefecture (a memorial symbol of heroism, self-sacrifice and courage and resistance against nazism during World War II). It is located in a distance of about 2h driving by car from Kavala.
Fort of Roupel, Serres Prefecture
The gorge and the bridge of Aggitis‘ river, in Serres Prefecture. Its a unique in beauty gorge and the visitors can taste fresh trouts and the most dareful to do rafting and kayak along the river as well as trekking in the beautiful paths. The gorge is less than 1.30h distance by car from Kavala.
Aggiti gorge and river, Serres Prefecture
Agia Varvara’s park, in Drama Prefecture (one of the most interesting and beautiful parks of Europe). It is located in a distance less than 1h driving by car from Kavala.
Agia Varvara Park, Drama Prefecture
Delta of Nestos river (with its protected bird species, the fertile valleys, the gorges) it is an ideal destination for rafting and canoe-kayak. It is located in a distance of half an hour by car from Kavala.
Nestos river, Kavala Prefecture
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Corinthos is a city, quite close to Athens (there is a suburban connection with the central train station of Athens, Larissa station). Corinthos is also an ideal destination for one day excursion. Some of the most important sites are:
The picturesque village of Trikala Corinthos (especially during winter months).
Trikala village, Corinthos
The temple of Zeus, the Stadium of Nemea and the archaeological museumof Nemea. Νemea is very popular for its wineries. During the first weekend of September there is a local fest called: “The Great days of Nemea” with the local wineries, organizing a variety of events with free entrance to celebrate the new crops.
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Ancient Corinthos and the castle of Acrocorinthos (with free entrance). In Ancient Corinthos you can explore the temple of Apollo as well as the archaeological museum.
Ancient Corinthos, Temple of Apollo
Ancient Corinthos
Acrocorinthos
Ancient Corinthos
Acrocorinthos
Acrocorinthos
Some of the most clear and beautiful coasts of the area are: Vouliagmeni lake, Asos, Kechries, Kalamia, Kalogerolimano. For kite and wind surfing fans Vravhati, Kalamaki, Xylokastro and Lecheo beach are ideal for such activities.
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The baths of Oreas Elenis (beautiful Helen of Troy) is a location with wonderful thermal springs. According to the Greek Mythology, Helen of Troy used to take her baths there, in order to preserve her beauty. The temperature of the springs is about 20-21C and the water is appropriate for curing diseases of the musculoskeletal and nervous system, of the peripheral vascular system, as well as for skin and gynecological diseases.
Oreas Elenis thermal springs
Oreas Elenis thermal springs
Corinthos has two campings: The first one is Alkioni (near Schinos-Loutraki beach) and the second one isBlue Dolphinin Lecheo.
In Loutraki there are also thermal springs (with spa including hydrotherapy for chronic rheumatisms, chronic rheumatoid arthritis, spondylarthrite, sciatica, infections of the skin, allergic skin ailments, psoriasis, eczema and mineral water drinking therapy for heart ailments, digestive ailments, disorders of the circulatory system, liver failure, kidney stones, cholelithiasis).
Loutraki thermal springs
Loutraki thermal springs
Loutraki thermal springs
Loutraki beach
Corinthos is a very popular prefecture for hiking groups, as there are a lot of trails in nearby mountains and lakes (Ziria, Flabouritsa, Dasiou lake, Karia, Stimfalia lake) and furthermore the ski resort of Ziria.
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In Athens (and Attica) there are a lot of groups (mountaineering, naturalists, hikers, trekking), which organize hiking excursions to the mountains of Peloponnese and Central Greece! You can be further informed about them at:
Argolida is another prefecture of Peloponnese full of history, great monuments, ancient theaters and a lot of important sites including caves, museums, castles and furthermore breathtaking mountains and crystal blue clear waters.
The ancient theater of Epidaurus which includes performancesevery summer, at Epidaurus Annual Festival
Ancient theater of Epidaurus
In Ancient Epidaurus area, at the bay of Agios Vlasios, on the beach Kalymnios there is a sank city, which is lying quite close to the beach and in a depth of 2meters under the sea surface. This submerged city includes building foundations of 12th century B.C. as well as Mycenaean tombs and amphorae. From above, one can even see cobblestones on which the inhabitants of the area used to walk centuries ago. According to the archaeological research, the “Sunken City”, is a large rural Roman villa (Villa Rustica), which was inhabited by wealthy Romans as well as their staff.
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The amazing city of Nafplio, Palamidi and Bourtzi
Palamidi
Arvanitia, Nafplio
Bourtzi
The prehistoric cave ofKefalari. Kefalari is a small village where the church of Virgin Mary of Life Giving Fountain, is lied on the entrance of the cave. Around the church there is the picturesque Erasinos river.
Cave of Kefalari
Cave of Kefalari
Church of Virgin Mary of Life Giving Fountain
Some of the most incredible coasts of the area are: Tolo, Kondili, Nea Kios, Arvanitia, Karathonas, Drepano, Vivari.
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There are a lot of camping installations here and the presentation has been held in random series. In Plaka, Drepano beach there are three campings Τriton ΙΙ,New TritonandArgolic Strand. Triton ΙΙ has also wooden houses for rental (they are called tropical villages). In Tolo beach there is the camping Sunset(it offers cabins and bungalows for rental) and Lido camping (it also offers bungalows for rental).
Some other campings of Argolida are: Kastraki and Xeni (they both offer cabins, rooms and bungalows for rental) in Ancient Assini. There are two campings Skala and Iria (it offers cabins for rental) in Kantia village. Lefka camping is located in Vivari village and the camping Posidon at Irion beach (it also offers bungalows for rental). All the above campings are very close to Nafplio city. At the area of Palea Epidaurus and close to the ancient theater of Epidaurus, there are three additional campings: Nicolas I, Nicolas IIand Bekas (all of them also offer studios for rental). In Gialasi, near ancient Epidaurus there is the camping Verdeli.
Εrmioni
A few kilometers away, there are the thermal springs of Methana (therapeutic for those who suffer from arthritic ailments such as slipped disc, rheumatoid arthritis, deforming arthritis, spondylitis, in dermatological problems).
Methana thermal springs
Methana thermal springs
Methana thermal springs
Argolida prefecture is very popular also for hiking excursions since there are a lot of archaeological sites and paths to explore this beautiful destination.At the foot of Mount Didymos in Argolida, there is a unique geological phenomenon. The land has sunk into two places that look like volcanic craters. The huge craters have been created by the subsidence of the ground due to the underground water of the mountain. The craters are about the same diameter, so the locals called them twin caves or sinkholes (“Dolines”). On the walls of the craters there are two small churches of Agios Georgios and Transformation of Jesus Christ.
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From Tolo beach you can participate on a daily cruise to Spetses or Hydra island. From Tolo you can also visit the unique rocky islets of Romvi, Koronisi or Daskalio.
Romvi, Koronisi, Daskalio islets
Porto Cheli has a ferry connection with the ports of Piraeus, Spetses(island), Ermioni, Hydra (island) and Poros (island). Ermioni has a ferry connection with the ports of Piraeus, Hydra, Poros, Spetses and Porto Cheli.
Patra is one of the most beautiful coastal cities of Greece, a magnificent combination of mountains, rivers and sea lines, Patra is also famous for its carnival festival, mavrodafni wine and tendura (liquer). Some of the most important sites of Achaia prefecture are:
The mythical Cave of the lakesnear Kalavrita village. According to the myth, the daughters of the King of Tiryns Proetus, Lysippe, Iphinoe and Iphianassa found refuge in a cave in the Aroania, above Nonacris, when they were obsessed by madness, imposed as a punishment, either because they boasted that their palace was more beautiful than the temple of Hera, or because they did not respect the goddess’ xoanon. The spacious and impressive natural entrance (3.50 m high and 6.50 m wide) could not have gone unnoticed by passers-by. Lakes in the interior of a cave (13 in number) are neither common around the world, nor in Greece, where they constitute a unique geological phenomenon.
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Achaia Claussone of the finest oldest wineries of Greece
Odontotos rack railway excursion from Diakopto village to Kalavrita village. With a unique route of about an hour starting from Diakopto, Odontotos crosses the Vouraikos gorge, passes by the village of Zachlorou and ends in Kalavrita. Τhe route of about 20km takes place between wild landscapes with waterfalls, next to paths in a green and enchanting environment.
Odontotos, Kalavrita
Odontotos, Kalavrita
Odontotos, Kalavrita
Odontotos, Kalavrita
Saint Andrewscathedral (the largest orthodox church of Greece). Inside this magnificent church, there is the picture of Virgin Mary who hugs the city of Patra’s on, designed on the roof of the temple.
Achaia prefecture has a lot of coasts such as Trapeza Egiou, Aghios Vasilios, Akrata, Drepano (for kite and wind surfing), Akoli, Alissos, Rodini, Loggos and so many others.
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There are also many campings at the nearby areas. In Akrata there is the camping Akrata Beach Camping.
Akrata Beach, Achaia Prefecture
In Labiri village, the camping Tsolis is located (it also offers bungalows, tents, huts and windmills for rental). In Alissos there is the camping Golden Sunset, (it includes water slides and two swimming pools). In Kato Alissos village, there is the camping Kato Alissos. One of the most beautiful beaches near Alissos is Kalogria and the magnificent forest of Strofilia along the beach.
Kalogria Beach, Achaia Prefecture
Some of the unique experiences while being in Patra, is related to the daily excursion to the picturesque Tsivlou lake and the forest of firs and chestnuts of Zarouchla. The mountainous Achaia has a lot of routes and trails for hiking excursions.
Tsivlou Lake, Achaia Prefecture
In Araxos, a city in the suburbs of Patra, there is also an airport. From Patra’s port there is a daily ferry connection with Bari – Brindisi – Ancona – Venice (in Italy), Corfu, Paxos, Antipaxi, Ithaki (Pisaetos), Kefalonia (Sami) islands of Ionian sea. From Rio port there are also daily ferry itineraries for Antirion port.
One of the most well known tourist destinations of Greece, the Valley of Gods, is the Ancient Olympia. The place of birth of the Olympic Games and undoubtedly the most important religious and athletic center of Greece and internationally, is located at Ilia prefecture.
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Similar to the other prefectures of Peloponnese, Ilia is also an ideal destination for vacations, since it is less than 4 hours away from Athens and only 1 hour from Patra’s port, or Kalamata’s airport. There are a lot of beautiful and endless coastal lines with crystal blue waters, sandy beaches and water sports and this prefecture offers also a lot of activities to its visitors.
Some of the most popular beaches are: Glifa, Kyllini, Zacharo, Katakolo, Arkoudi, Kourouta and there are even more which will be presented further below.
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The following sites worth a visit, as they are very important:
Ancient Olympia and the archaeological museum (with the sculpted decoration of the temple of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the famous sculpture of Hermes of Praxiteles)
There are a lot of camping installations in Ilia and the presentation will include only those near the sea and organized-ones. The camping Melissa and Fournia Beach Camping are near Kyllinis’ castle. Fournia also offers bungalows for rental. Kyllini has a ferry connection with the ports of Zakynthos island, Kefalonia island (Poros and Sami port) and Ithaki.
Kyllini Beach, Ilia Prefecture
In Kourouta there is the camping Harmony Resort (it offers tents, rooms and bungalows for rental). Kourouta beach, during summer period, resembles with Mykonos island, full of life, stores, taverns, bars and clubs and an amazing night life. Near Kourouta, at Palouki beach there are two campings: Palouki and Paradise (it also offers caravans for rental).
Zacharo beach is a very popular destination due to its sandy endless coastal lines. There are two campings here, Apollo Village and Tholo.In Glifa beach the camping Aginara also offers bungalows for rental.
Very close to Zacharo beach, there are the thermal springs of Kaiafa and Iraia. Kaiafa’s springs have a cave nearby and they are therapeutic for those who suffer mainly from their musculoskeletal system diseases (lower-back morbidity, ischialgia, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, cervical syndrome, spondyloarthritis, psoriatic rheumatism), gynecological and skin diseases and at a distance of about 200 m, there is the Gerani thermal spring, the waters of which, are ideal for positherapy (water drinking therapy). Iraia’s springs are therapeutic for those who suffer from rheumatism, arthritis, skin ailments, gynecological ailments, cervical syndrome.
Kaiafa thermal springs
Kaiafa thermal springs
Kaiafa thermal springs
Kaiafa thermal springs
Near Vartholomio village there are also the Castle of Chlemoutsi and the thermal springs of Kyllini (therapeutic through balneotherapy for those who suffer from arthritis, rheumatisms, skin diseases, asthma and through mud therapy for those who suffer from diseases of the spinal column, nervous system, urinary system, blood vessels and inflammations).
Castle of Chlemoutsi, Kyllini area
And if you wish to participate on rafing activities Erimanthos and Alfios rivers will please you with their unique paths through verdurous scenery.
Lakonia is the land of Sparτans and also a very special destination of Greece due to the important historical monuments, castles and caves, beautiful coasts. Every year thousands of tourists select Lakonia for their vacations due to the following reasons:
The archaeological site ofMystras.In Mystra there a lot of taverns with excellent cuisine and inspirational view to the valley of Evrotas’ river.
Diro’s cave:Vlychada Cave in Diros, is one of the most beautiful caves in the world and it is located on the west coast of the Laconian Peninsula, in Diros Bay. Under the sparse Mani landscape, nature has patiently and artistically sculpted a miracle beyond imagination – white stalactites and stalagmites, impressive waterfalls and glittering crystals adorn every corner, creating an incomparable spectacle that takes your breath away. Fossilized bones from panthers, hyenas, lions, deer and ferrets, and the largest deposit of hippo bones in Europe, have been found in the cave. Ceramics suggesting a human presence have been found near the natural entrance to the cave. The tourist route is 1.500 meters in length, of which the first 1.200 are on the lake (inside boats), and the tour lasts about 25 minutes.
Diro’s caves
Diro’s caves
Diro’s caves
Diro’s caves
Diro’s caves
Diro’s caves
Kastania’s cave:Rich in density and variety of shapes, colors and figures, Kastania’s Cave is classified as the 2nd of its kind in Europe! In the cave there are numerous impressive formations such as enormous red and white “waterfalls”, the gigantic columns, the “curtains” and the “sheets” that overflow like waxwork from the roof, “octopuses” and “corals” nest, “elephants” and “mushrooms”, “birds” and caricatures, “exotic plants” and monumental creatures. The cave’s surface covers 1.500 square meters separated into two levels and the visitor is guided along a 500-meter route.
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Some of the most picturesque beaches are: Simos in Elafonisos, Plitra and Charakia (Monemvasia), Gerolimenas and Marmari (Mani), Vathi and Mavrovouni (Gythio), Stoupa and Kardamili.
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In the list of the first three best campings of Greece, Simos is considered one of the top due to Elafonisos crystal blue waters. The accommodation includes bungalows for rental (there are also bicycles available for rental). In Elafonisos, 400m from Pounda beach, there is a tiny island named Pavlopetri! Pavlopetri is one of the oldest submerged cities in the world and covers about 50 acres. It includes entire ground floors of building complexes, courtyards, streets, chamber-tombs and cist graves. In particular, the ceramic fragments collected by the archaeologists have led to the conclusion that it is a prehistoric settlement that was occupied for the 1st time in the Neolithic Period between 4500-3200 B.C. This submerged settlement is accessible to visitors. The water is clear and its depth does not exceed 3 meters, which allows anyone on his own, just with a pair of flippers and a mask to tour around the area, to discover the streets of the settlement, the foundations of the buildings and the tombs and to feel first-hand its unique power and magic.
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From Neapolis port a visitor can participate to hiking excursions as well as to climbing activities to Cape Maleas.
Some other campings of the prefecture are: Gythion Bay Camping (it also offers caravans, tents and bicycles for rental). Another camping is Meltemi (near Areopolis, it has also bungalows for rental), Mani Beach Camping and Porto Ageranos (its accommodation includes rooms and studios for rental). Dias camping is established in Vathi-Gythio area.
From Gythio and Neapolis port you can travel toKythera and Antikythera island (during summer months since there are daily itineraries).
Antikythera island
Kythera island
Gythio port has also a ferry connection with Kissamos (Crete, Chania prefecture).
Kasteli – Kisamos, Crete island
Lakonia prefecture is full of impressive gorge for hiking and canyoning (Louka, Milon, Smynos, Kastora,Evrotas‘ (river) delta is one of the last breeding grounds in the Mediterranean for Caretta-Caretta sea turtle and also a lovable destination for canoe-funs.
Arcadia is located in the center of Peloponnese. It is surrounded by great mountains (Menalo, Parnonas, Taygetos) and furthermore green landscapes, incredible atmosphere and traditional villages. Arcadia has a lot of known monasteries some of them chiseled on the rocks of the mountains and they are looking like pendulous through the clouds. Lousios and Alfios rivers, are passing through this beautiful prefecture and the rafting lovers have the opportunity to meet with the beauties and the virgin nature of this land. The chestnut forest of Vlachokerasia is an ideal destination for hiking excursions.
Lousios gorge, Arcadia Prefecture
Some of the most remarkable sites of Arcadia are:
Vitina, Stemnitsa, Karitena picturesque villages
Vitina
Karitena
Stemnitsa
Kapsia cave: The cave is part of a system of active and inactive sinkholes in the Mantineia Plateau – there are three sinkholes in front of the entrance to the cave, surrounded by a semicircular stone dam. Its interior is particularly impressive, with incredible stalactite and stalagmite formations, which combined with the rare hues of the rocks is creating a unique scenery that seems out of this world. Particularly impressive is the so-called “Chamber of the Splendid”, where you will witness the most incredible colour shades of any other Greek cave. Many human bones and oil lamps have been discovered inside the cave, evidence of inhabitation in ancient years; most probably during the Neolithic and the Hellenistic eras. According to some researchers, the bones belong to people who drowned in the cave during a flood.
The majority of the campings are located at the beaches of Tiros, Astros and Leonidio.
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In Tiros, there is the campingZaritsi,in Astros there are the campings Thirea and Astros,in Leonidio there is the camping Semeli(where a camper can rent a bicycle, attend scuba diving lessons, participate to hikings). From Astros, Tiros and Leonidio, during summer months there are daily cruises to Spetses and Hydra islands.
Spetses island
Hydra island
The mountainous Arcadia is very popular for its gastronomy. Do not hesitate to taste wild boar casserole, winy cock with lazanaki (homemade pasta), herbal pies, marmalades and other traditional sweets from female partnerships of Arcadia.
Messinia is located to the south western part of Peloponnese and it is one of the most beautiful destinations due to several reasons. First of all the soft climate conditions (during most months of the year the weather is shinny), secondly there are so many picturesque villages, green valleys, mountains, gorges and caves, numerous sandy beaches even palaces. Some of the places of interest are:
The capital city of Messinia is Kalamata, a lively city with plenty of different entertainment options (taverns, clubs, cafes). There are so many different and unique beaches such as: Petalidi, Kalogria, Finikountas, Analipsi, Foneas, Voidokilia, Chrissi Akti, Gialova lagoon, Glossa, Kiparissia.
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There are a lot of organized campings near the sea in Messinia prefecture. In Finikounta there are also wind surfing clubs (for beginners). The campings are presented below in random series.
Finikes camping,it is enlisted in the 10th best campings of Greece. It offers rooms for rental. There is plenteous vegetation and a lot of natural shade for tents and enough parking areas for cars. Anemomilos, the information about this camping is provided through facebook page. To my experience, this is a very clean and safety camping. Thines,the information about this camping is provided through facebook page. And the last camping of the area is Loutsa.
In Methoni, there is Μethonicamping. In Koroni there is Koronicamping.
Another camping of Messinia prefecture is Navarino in Gialova area, northern of Pylos. In Tsapi Chrissokelaria beach (near Koroni) there is Tsapicamping. In Petalidi beach there is Petalidi camping. In Kalamata there is the Golden Coastcamping (it also offers apartments for rental).
Messinia is a region with one of the highest biodiversity ratings in Europe, in terms of both species and ecosystems. In Koroni, Arhelon (is a national organization) operates a program for the protection of sea turtle Caretta-Caretta.
Messinia land has also a lot of routes for those who like hiking excursions, gorge of Rintomo,Viros and Fonea (with beautiful caves, stone bridges and monasteries nearby).
Foneas
Viros
Rintomo
In Kalamata there is also an airport.
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Would you like to find out the best beaches of Athens, the most interested places of Evia,the most important destinations of Central Greece?
Central Greece is geographically situated in the middle of Greece hence providing a wide variety of interesting destinations that can be easily accessed from Athens. There are a lot of attractions here, sandy or pebble beaches, crystal blue waters, ancient sites, museums and places of immense archaeological value in Attica, Viotia, Evia and elsewhere, mountains for trekking, rivers for rafting and even healing thermal springs. There are enough camping installations in Attica, Evia and Fthiotida prefecture.
Athens is the capital city of Greece with a long history, splendid archaelogical sites, picturesque neighborhoods, a place dedicated to the ancient Goddess Athena according to the mythology. Some of the most important sites to visit are, indicative:
