Hydra

The island of Hydra

Over the years, this little, mountainous island in the Saronic Gulf has captivated tourists with its charms of culture, history, and quaintness. It is so near to Athens that you can hop across anytime you feel like it.

You can sense the difference in pace as soon as you step upon Hydra. With its 18th-century palaces, captains' homes, historic churches, wells, and marble-covered passageways that spread out everywhere, the major port exudes elegance and cosmopolitanism. Water taxis flutter over the island like bees everywhere you look.

Take a stroll on the island

You shift a century the moment you set foot on the cobblestones of Hydra's harbor. The immaculately kept homes and manors may have been from an old film set. Ideal for anyone who thinks that walking is the greatest way to explore a new place.

Views and food

Three must-see seaside attractions on Hydra Island are the Periptero (kiosk), Spilia (cave), and Idroneta. At Periptero, pause to enjoy the scenery and the massive guns. Enjoy a leisurely cup of coffee at the stunning Spilia before jumping off the rocks. You may head directly to Idroneta's pier to reserve a table for supper after drying off from your daily swim.

Hydra’s artistic fishing village

The Red House, which was constructed in 1786 and was occupied by Admiral Miaoulis, is currently utilized for art exhibitions. It is accessible by foot from Hydra town to the charming marina of Kaminia (furnaces).