ISLAND

"The ship will depart directly for Poros”...

This is what they hear while waiting at the port of Aegina, where a brief stop is made, those who choose the ships from the port of Piraeus to reach the beautiful island of Poros.
A beautiful island, a stone's throw from Peloponnissos, will impress you with its sandy beaches, its pine-covered slopes and the amphitheater construction of houses.

Poros

The narrow streets of the capital of the island, which has only 3600 inhabitants, and the nightlife, inviting visitors on walks and clubbing.
Additionally, the first 10 days in July, the naval week is being organized, with a series of fun events with great interest.
It is important to highlight that, in this island the first Greek Naval Base was settled.
Moreover, Poros played an important role in the history of Greece since 1828 where the representatives of European powers met to determine the boundaries of the newly established Greek state.

Attractions: You will undoubtly appreciate the ruins of the ancient Temple of Poseidon, the town clock and the metropolis, which is decorated with paintings of the famous artist Parthenis.
You may also wish to visit the Archaeological Museum, the Municipal Library and the Naval Arsenal, which first opened in 1830.

Beaches: You can relax on the sun loungers of the organized beaches of the island, or calmly enjoy the beach of the small or large Neorio and of course, it’s worth dedicating a day to make the island tour and visit the beautiful beaches of the island, the famous Lemon Grove and Trizina.
For the more active persons, there are some wind surfing and water skiing schools in operation, in areas Little and Big Neorio and Monastery, and you can also hire water bikes at Neorio and Askeli.

SOS: It would be a pity not to try the citrus fruits (oranges, lemons) for which the island is famous, and the excellent quality oil.

Askeli

Situated just 3km from the port of Poros, the pined Askeli deserves to be given a little of your time.
After visiting the Monastery of the Life Giving Fountain in the pine forest Kalaureia and admiring the 16th-century temple from Caesarea of Asia Minor, you can shelve at the beautiful beach cove to cool in the clear water.
Of course, you shall have the opportunity to practice water sports and then refill your batteries with a meal at the waterfront tavernas.
Once it gets dark you can make your summer trips to the various shops of the region for a coffee or a drink or whatever you feel like doing.

Galatas

Southeast of Argolida, just across the port of Poros, is Galatas, who is connected to Poros with frequent water taxis and ships.
You shall visit him because you can enjoy the sea of Argosaronikos and the beaches Bougas, Artemis and of course the beach of Lemon Grove.
The social life of Galatas does not have anything to envy from the capital of the island, so you’ll have the opportunity to choose from a variety of cafes, bars and pubs to spend your time.
In the last month of spring, in May, it is organized the flower exhibition "Flower Festival" which attracts many people.

Sightseeing: First stop Lemon Grove, if you visit in spring you will have the chance to enjoy the wonderful scents of citrus flower that decorate the landscape, reaching almost to the sea. Extra bonus to the picture gives the waterfall at the top of the hill.
Do not forget to spend some time on an outing to Trizina, which is located at a short distance from Poros and of course admire the view from the Monastery of the Virgin Mary Full of Grace, and diavologefyro along.

Where to stay?

Rooms to let, spacious and luxurious hotels and camping for nature-lovers will welcome you during your stay on Poros.

How to reach?

Whether by boat from the port of Piraeus in 2 hours and 30 minutes, either by hydrofoil from the coast Tzelepi and Zea in only 1 hour and a half, or if you like you may go by car, because there is a link to Nafplio.

Internal Transport

To visit the Monastery and Askeli you will use a bus and to see Neorio, Monastiri, Galatas, Lemon Grove and Aliki you’ll have to get a water taxi.

Useful phones

Minucipality of Poros: 22980-22250
Police: 22980-22462
Port Authority: 22980-22274
Health Center of Galatas: 22980-22222
Bus station(KTEL): 22980-22480
Taxi Station: 22980-23003

Επιμέλεια: Ελένη Μπεζιριάνογλου