Ios

Do you want to party till the morning, take pictures of blue-white houses, and tan on the beach? Ios is most probably your summer destination.

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A picture showing a part of the main settlement (Chora) of Ios.
photo: Kostas Limitsios / CC BY 2.0

Ios Beaches

A panoramic picture of the cove that hosts the Kolitsani Beach of Chora, Ios
photo: Thettalos at Greek Wikipedia
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Kolitsani Beach

Kolitsani is a peaceful sandy beach a mere 10-minute walk from the nearby parking lot. Outside the high season, it is ideal for nudists.

A panoramic picture of the Magganari Beach on the island of Ios.
photo: Abir Anwar / CC BY 2.0
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Magganari Beach

Magganari fine-sand beach is far from Ios' crowded center. With turquoise waters and a sand strip, it's one of the island's most beautiful beaches.

A panoramic picture of Kalamos Beach of Ios with all shades of blue and golden sand.
photo: Blog: Kon Hans Traveler
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Kalamos Beach

Without any buildings close by, Kalamos is a top natural-scenery beach. Accessible through an adventurous dirt road that should not discourage you.

A picture showing a part of the beach of Mylopotas on the island of Ios.
photo: Davide Taviani (Helios) / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Mylopotas Beach

Probably the most popular beach on the island, Mylopotas is developed with sunbeds offered by beach bars. Restaurants close by.

A panoramic picture of Agia Theodoti Beach on Ios island surrounded by barren rocky hills.
photo: Stefanos Kofopoulos / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Agia Theodoti Beach

Beautiful and not crowded at all, Agia Theodoti is a sandy beach that promises absolute relaxation. A small canteen provides the basics.

An image showing the thick sand on Psathi Beach on Ios island.
photo: Titanas / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Psathi Beach

A quiet, somewhat remote beach without umbrellas and sunbeds. Seek shade under tamarisk trees, and enjoy the relaxing scenery.

An picture of the cove where Koumpará beach of Ios island is located.
photo: Gzseminar at Greek Wikipedia
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Koumpará Beach

Koumpará is a golden-sand, developed beach with shallow waters and nice tavernas nearby. Located at a cove protected by the north and east winds.

A part of the Gialos (Ormos) Beach at Chora of Ios in a picture between two trees.
photo: Theo77 / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Gialos Beach

Ios Port

At Gialos, a sandy beach with beach bars. Located at the windless bay next to the island's main port, it's awesome that this beach is super clean.

Ios Attractions

Three windmills (two restored ones) which are located on the hill to the north of the Chora of Ios.
photo: Titanas / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Ios Windmills

On the hill to the north of Chora, there are twelve well-preserved and two restored windmills. It's among the island's most photographed spots.

The church of Panagia Gremniotissa (Virgin Mary of the Cliff) on the the highest point of Chora in Ios.
photo: Zde / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Panagia Gremiotisa Church

At the highest point of Chora, there is a chapel dating from 1797, dedicated to the Patron Saint of the island the Virgin Mary of the Cliff.

A picture taken from the sea that shows the St Irini Church to the north of Ios Port.
photo: amberaccb / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Agia Irini Church

Ios Port

To the north of Ios port, a 17th century chapel dedicated to St Irene stands out for its two bell towers. It's usually quiet.

Remains at the archaeological site of Skarkos on the island of Ios.
photo: Zde / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Skarkos Archeological Site

Early Cycladic settlement (2700-2300 BC) with two-story buildings and urban organization. The tour is limited to the excavated section of the ruins.

Ruins of the tomb of Homer on the island of Ios over the Plakoto Bay.
photo: Zde / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Tomb of Homer

According to ancient historians, Homer died in Ios. This burial site is said to belong to him; however, it was built much after his death.

Ios Island Hopping

A blue-white dome and a belfry on Santorini island with the blue sea of the Aegean in the background.
photo: Public Domain
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Santorini

You will find plenty of otherwordly views of the sea, sky, and the crater on this crowded volcanic island. Its sunsets will leave you speechless.

A part of the white houses of the settlement of Naousa on the island of Paros.
photo: Nikos Roussos / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Paros

A popular tourist destination with vibrant nightlife, here you will indulge yourself with blue-white streets, hiking paths, and golden beaches.

A photo showing a part of the main settlement of Naxos (Chora) taken from the hill of the Portara monument.
photo: TimOve / CC BY 2.0
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Naxos

This large island offers a plentiful choice of historical sites, traditional villages, and beaches - a place for road trips, sunsets, and nightlife.

Ios Why visit?

  • Its name derives either from "Ia," meaning flowers, or "Ios," meaning pile of stones.
  • Home of Homer's mother and the poet's final resting place.
  • An island with vivid nightlife and great beaches.

Ios Things to Do

Inside one of the most popular nightclubs of Ios, Disco 69 where a purple beam lights up the place.
photo: FB: Disco 69 - Ios Greece
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Nightlife in Ios Island

One of the leading party destinations among the Greek islands famous for the great variety of bars, cocktail bars, and nightclubs.

A picture showing sailing boats floating off the small island of Schinoussa.
photo: User:Oro2 / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Schinoussa Island

The central island of the Lesser Cyclades bears a resemblance to what Greek islands looked like in the 60s. Ideal destination for relaxation and tranquility.

An image of radiating turquoise sea and the rocky coast of Iraklia Island.
photo: Porouclas / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Iraklia Island

The definition of relaxed holidays on an island with an approximate population of 150 inhabitants and no cars or bank services.

Ios Museums

The front side and the main entrance of the Archaeological Museum of Ios.
photo: Zde / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Archaeological Museum of Ios

A tiny museum housed in a neoclassical mansion that exhibits findings found on the island. Nice to visit it after the archaeological site.

Ios Settlements

A view overlooking the main settlement of Ios, named Chora.
photo: Zde / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Chora of Ios Island

The head village has white-blue architecture, narrow streets, and above all, a vibrant nightlife attracting mostly young tourists.

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