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Best beaches
Kaladi beach the islands most photographed and truly one of the most beautiful. Its really popular so expect crowds during the months of July and August mainly. EAST
Καλαδί
Kaladi beach the islands most photographed and truly one of the most beautiful. Its really popular so expect crowds during the months of July and August mainly. EAST
Kobonada beach - A personal favourite . July and August you will find a Cantine and umbrellas but it’s quite large so you can escape the crowds really easily, also a nudist friendly beach at parts. EAST
Παραλία Κομπονάδα
Kobonada beach - A personal favourite . July and August you will find a Cantine and umbrellas but it’s quite large so you can escape the crowds really easily, also a nudist friendly beach at parts. EAST
Fournoi beach - Small and cute, really busy during high season with a cantina and umbrellas. NORTH
Paralia Fourni
Fournoi beach - Small and cute, really busy during high season with a cantina and umbrellas. NORTH
Superb beach with a dirt road right under the lighthouse that is also worth a visit! NORTH
Saint Nicholas
Superb beach with a dirt road right under the lighthouse that is also worth a visit! NORTH
Limni beach, right next to Palaiopoli. A rarely crowded nudist friendly beach ! A favourite with locals. EAST
Παραλία Λίμνη
Limni beach, right next to Palaiopoli. A rarely crowded nudist friendly beach ! A favourite with locals. EAST
One of the islands and locals most favourite beaches with turquoise waters and white sand , ideal for familys. Expect crowds during high season! NORTH
Diakofti Beach
One of the islands and locals most favourite beaches with turquoise waters and white sand , ideal for familys. Expect crowds during high season! NORTH
Really special with crystal deep waters. Has a dirt road and a Cantine with umbrellas during high season so expect crowds. SOUTH
Chalkos Beach
Really special with crystal deep waters. Has a dirt road and a Cantine with umbrellas during high season so expect crowds. SOUTH
The closest beach to us, rugged but beautiful and unique. You will see the sun fall in the water from here! WEST
Paralia Likodimou
The closest beach to us, rugged but beautiful and unique. You will see the sun fall in the water from here! WEST
Stunning especially early morning or late in the evening. On the last turn before the beach you will stumble upon a beautiful little bay if you are after more privacy!NORTH
Kakia Lagada Beach Bar
Stunning especially early morning or late in the evening. On the last turn before the beach you will stumble upon a beautiful little bay if you are after more privacy!NORTH
Spectacular beach especially if you choose a non windy day. Crystal clean waters and absolute dreamy surroundings! Don’t miss out! EAST
Firi Ammos
Spectacular beach especially if you choose a non windy day. Crystal clean waters and absolute dreamy surroundings! Don’t miss out! EAST
Fantastic spot but a bit hard to get to. You park the car near the church and then there is a small 15 minute or so hike down. Take your walking shoes with you along with water and snacks!! It’s worth it.
Kalami
Fantastic spot but a bit hard to get to. You park the car near the church and then there is a small 15 minute or so hike down. Take your walking shoes with you along with water and snacks!! It’s worth it.
The longest beach on the island! Never crowded even in high season - myth has it this is where Aphrodite was born!
Paleopoli
The longest beach on the island! Never crowded even in high season - myth has it this is where Aphrodite was born!
Sparagario - Beautiful little beach just across from
Kapsali on the south. You can also get there via sea bicycles from the bay of Kapsali!
Σπαραγαριο
Sparagario - Beautiful little beach just across from
Kapsali on the south. You can also get there via sea bicycles from the bay of Kapsali!
Some call this village the jewel of Kythera, diving in deep waters from rocky shores in one of the most photographed bays of the island. Always great going for a drink at Arahtopoleio in the late evening with your salty skin as your ultimate companion!
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Avlemonas
Some call this village the jewel of Kythera, diving in deep waters from rocky shores in one of the most photographed bays of the island. Always great going for a drink at Arahtopoleio in the late evening with your salty skin as your ultimate companion!
A little fishing village on the far north part of the island with crystal clear waters and small crowds anytime of the year.
Platia Ammos
A little fishing village on the far north part of the island with crystal clear waters and small crowds anytime of the year.
Limnionas beach - Visit the ragged west coast and experience a truly unique little cove to swim in and enjoy the sunset!
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Limnionas
Limnionas beach - Visit the ragged west coast and experience a truly unique little cove to swim in and enjoy the sunset!
Food scene
Fantastic fresh Greek food . They specialise in fresh fish , homemade pies and the fried zucchinis are a must try!! In Karavas
Ο Λεμονόκηπος
Fantastic fresh Greek food . They specialise in fresh fish , homemade pies and the fried zucchinis are a must try!! In Karavas
Tourist and local favourite spot! Amazing home cooked food , fresh fish and an eggplant salad you will be talking about for days! In Palaiopoli
9 yerel halk öneriyor
Skandeia
Tourist and local favourite spot! Amazing home cooked food , fresh fish and an eggplant salad you will be talking about for days! In Palaiopoli
Well known hot spot in the centre of the island! Main dishes specialising in meat and fantastic wine selection! In fratsia
8 yerel halk öneriyor
Familia Restaurant
Well known hot spot in the centre of the island! Main dishes specialising in meat and fantastic wine selection! In fratsia
Fantastic location near the natural springs under wonderful plane trees. Yummy home cooked food and the tiganopsomo that is the best treat along with a cold beer.In Mylopotamos
Platanos
Fantastic location near the natural springs under wonderful plane trees. Yummy home cooked food and the tiganopsomo that is the best treat along with a cold beer.In Mylopotamos
Specialising in seafood and fish next to the water right under the ancient castle of Chora. In Kapsali
Magos
Specialising in seafood and fish next to the water right under the ancient castle of Chora. In Kapsali
Souvlike
Real good grilled meat and souvlaki right around the corner!
Some of the best if not THE best views of the island whilst enjoying delicious homemade dishes! Fantastic pies and Rooster cooked with tomato and wine!! In Mitata
Mihalis Tavern
Some of the best if not THE best views of the island whilst enjoying delicious homemade dishes! Fantastic pies and Rooster cooked with tomato and wine!! In Mitata
If you want a break from Greek food, this authentic pizza place is seriously top notch! An amazing balcony overlooking the capital and Hytra, go early to avoid crowds since it’s really popular but also to get the chance to enjoy that view!
Tony's
If you want a break from Greek food, this authentic pizza place is seriously top notch! An amazing balcony overlooking the capital and Hytra, go early to avoid crowds since it’s really popular but also to get the chance to enjoy that view!
authentic Greek mezedes in a well kept quite neighborhood away from big crowds!
Το καφενείο στου Χαλικόκου
Κυθήρωνauthentic Greek mezedes in a well kept quite neighborhood away from big crowds!
Fantastic sweets and treats! The almond biscuits and the ekmek kadaifi along with the kserotigana are a must try!!
Maria's Traditional Sweets
Fantastic sweets and treats! The almond biscuits and the ekmek kadaifi along with the kserotigana are a must try!!
Pierros
Eparchiaki Odos kythironDelicious home cooked food in a taverna institute on the island!
This bakery has some of the best handmade pies and treats on the island, go early and get yourself primo beach snacks!
V. P. Kasimatis
This bakery has some of the best handmade pies and treats on the island, go early and get yourself primo beach snacks!
Beautiful spot right in the water front, personally I think this is the best place to go for fresh fish and seafood on the island!
Trattamento
Beautiful spot right in the water front, personally I think this is the best place to go for fresh fish and seafood on the island!
Really special spot on the far north of the island, fresh fish and classic Greek small dishes!
Fiorenza
Really special spot on the far north of the island, fresh fish and classic Greek small dishes!
Coffee/drinks / cocktails
Phenomenal location with great cocktails, coffee and desserts! Well thought music selection and occasional live gigs! In Avlemonas
Arachtopoleio
Phenomenal location with great cocktails, coffee and desserts! Well thought music selection and occasional live gigs! In Avlemonas
ΚΑΦΕΝΕΙΟ
Good coffee and breakfast right around the corner, in Aroniadika.
Fossa
Great coffee, breakfast and brunch in the capital, Chora. Really popular and for good reason!
Good cocktails and music in the alleyways of Chora! The place to be for an evening or late night out!
7 yerel halk öneriyor
Mercato
Στάη Αγίας ΕλεούσηςGood cocktails and music in the alleyways of Chora! The place to be for an evening or late night out!
A local favourite! Great coffee and snacks along with drinks / cocktails and live music! In Potamos
7 yerel halk öneriyor
Astikon
A local favourite! Great coffee and snacks along with drinks / cocktails and live music! In Potamos
Sightseeing
The Mountain of Saint George was a place of worship in ancient times. Excavations from 1992 to 1994 revealed the "Minoan Peak Sanctuary", a finding of particular importance for the study of the Minoan religion, since the temple is the only monument of its kind that has not been looted. Numerous stone worshiping objects, clay figurines, bronze human statuettes and offerings, jewelry and ceramics have been found in this place.
During the Byzantine period, the church of St. George was built and it has been restored and preserved till nowadays. On the floor of the temple you can see the preserved mosaic (7th century AD) with various motifs such as hunting scenes and Hellenistic meanders.
On St. George’s day, the locals organize a traditional celebration in the courtyard of the temple. The view from the church is breathtaking: At an altitude of 350 meters, you can see the southwest coast of the Peloponnese and a large part of the Aegean Sea. If the weather is good and the horizon is clear, you can even see Antikythera on the South, as well as the mountains of Crete.
Church of St George
The Mountain of Saint George was a place of worship in ancient times. Excavations from 1992 to 1994 revealed the "Minoan Peak Sanctuary", a finding of particular importance for the study of the Minoan religion, since the temple is the only monument of its kind that has not been looted. Numerous stone worshiping objects, clay figurines, bronze human statuettes and offerings, jewelry and ceramics have been found in this place.
During the Byzantine period, the church of St. George was built and it has been restored and preserved till nowadays. On the floor of the temple you can see the preserved mosaic (7th century AD) with various motifs such as hunting scenes and Hellenistic meanders.
On St. George’s day, the locals organize a traditional celebration in the courtyard of the temple. The view from the church is breathtaking: At an altitude of 350 meters, you can see the southwest coast of the Peloponnese and a large part of the Aegean Sea. If the weather is good and the horizon is clear, you can even see Antikythera on the South, as well as the mountains of Crete.
Wonderful waterfalls and hiking trails, start your way from the main waterfall of fonissa and follow the signs down to the walking path through nature where you will stumble across more waterfalls and natural swimming pools! FYI: sadly due to lack of rain during winter, if you visit mid summer the water will be minimal if any at all!
Fonissa
Wonderful waterfalls and hiking trails, start your way from the main waterfall of fonissa and follow the signs down to the walking path through nature where you will stumble across more waterfalls and natural swimming pools! FYI: sadly due to lack of rain during winter, if you visit mid summer the water will be minimal if any at all!
You will find this 16th-century castle to the west of the village of Mylopotamos. Built to protect the villagers from pirates, it was inhabited until the 1950s. Surviving today in good condition are several houses and churches that make the past seem not so remote. From the west side of the castle you can view one of the most beautiful sunsets in Kythira.
Kato Chora
You will find this 16th-century castle to the west of the village of Mylopotamos. Built to protect the villagers from pirates, it was inhabited until the 1950s. Surviving today in good condition are several houses and churches that make the past seem not so remote. From the west side of the castle you can view one of the most beautiful sunsets in Kythira.
A unique experience on a beautiful sailing boat that takes you to isolated beaches and caves and gives you a magical perspective of the island !
Saint Nicolas Motor Sailer
A unique experience on a beautiful sailing boat that takes you to isolated beaches and caves and gives you a magical perspective of the island !
Half an hour walk by the water through rocky cliffs, you drive to the beach Limnionas on the west coast, the walking path starts on the far left hand side of the beach as you are looking at the water. There is blue spray paint along the way so you don’t loose track. Enjoy!
Πράσινη λίμνη
Half an hour walk by the water through rocky cliffs, you drive to the beach Limnionas on the west coast, the walking path starts on the far left hand side of the beach as you are looking at the water. There is blue spray paint along the way so you don’t loose track. Enjoy!
Paleochora is a pure marvel and it is really worth the visit. It is the ruined medieval ancient capital of Kythira. During the Byzantine period it was known under the name of Agios Dimitrios.
This little town was built on the north-eastern side of the island, northwest of a deep cliff. It is set on the hilltop, at the head of the amazing Kako Langadi gorge, where two deep canyons join. It is surrounded by a sheer 100 metres drop.
It is a perfect example of the 13th century architecture, similar to Mystras and Monemvasia. Paleochora is fortified and lower than the surrounding hills but it is invisible from the sea, which used to protect it from the many pirate raids that were plaguing the island for many years.
Despite those precautions, the terrifying pirate Barbarossa managed to find and destroyed it in 1537, selling all the inhabitants as slaves. From that time, the city has never been reconstructed because it has been considered a place of bad fortune.
This wonderful site is full of fine Byzantine churches and chapels, like the church of Agia Barbara or the churches of Panagia, which all have remains of nice wall paintings and frescoes. The gorges form a small lake of great beauty and ecological value.
6 yerel halk öneriyor
Palaiochora
Paleochora is a pure marvel and it is really worth the visit. It is the ruined medieval ancient capital of Kythira. During the Byzantine period it was known under the name of Agios Dimitrios.
This little town was built on the north-eastern side of the island, northwest of a deep cliff. It is set on the hilltop, at the head of the amazing Kako Langadi gorge, where two deep canyons join. It is surrounded by a sheer 100 metres drop.
It is a perfect example of the 13th century architecture, similar to Mystras and Monemvasia. Paleochora is fortified and lower than the surrounding hills but it is invisible from the sea, which used to protect it from the many pirate raids that were plaguing the island for many years.
Despite those precautions, the terrifying pirate Barbarossa managed to find and destroyed it in 1537, selling all the inhabitants as slaves. From that time, the city has never been reconstructed because it has been considered a place of bad fortune.
This wonderful site is full of fine Byzantine churches and chapels, like the church of Agia Barbara or the churches of Panagia, which all have remains of nice wall paintings and frescoes. The gorges form a small lake of great beauty and ecological value.
Another incredible location full of history and unparalleled vistas of the island!
Saint John Theologos
Another incredible location full of history and unparalleled vistas of the island!
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Treats and souvenirs
You should absolutely try the local thyme honey that you can find in various locations , like the Butcher or super market in Potamos. You could also find it straight from the providers! The olive oil rusks from the Bakery in Potamos are world famous (literally) . The bakery in Karavas also has amazing local rusk and bread selection. In Mylopotamos you should visit Elihrisos , a store with handmade botanic creams and remedies along with teas and other souvenirs also the store Karin has a bespoke selection of clothes,jewelerry and baskets!
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HIKING TRAILS
Visit the website kytherahiking.com to find out a big variety of walks or more challenging hikes and get to experience the island from a unique perspective. You will also see white and blue arrows around the island that can guide you around. Enjoy!
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Outdoor activities
Visit outdooractivitiesgreece.com if you wish to experience an adrenaline rush made in Kythera! Highly recommend a kayaking tour along the caves!
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Sunday markets in Potamos
With a variety of local produce from fresh vegetables and honey to alcohol and pies, go earlier in the morning to avoid crowds and get the fresh produce!
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Avlemonas Fishing Tours
Starting from the picturesque village of Avlemonas, this sea tour takes you around the eastern part of the island for 3hrs and then you get 1 hour to fish. After that the tour guides will take you to a local restaurant to eat your freshly caught fish whilst enjoying wine and appetisers. Contact Phones: 6984716518 Giorgos, 6937887383 Dimitris