Islands

72 islands in 7 groups. Start with the group that suits you, then compare islands by vibe and what each one is best for.

Cyclades

Κυκλάδες

Whitewashed villages and blue domes, close together and well linked by summer ferries.

24 islands

The Panagia Hozoviotissa Monastery built into the cliffs of Amorgos at sunset

Amorgos

Hikers and divers who want to discover a rugged, eastern Cyclades island

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White chapel with a blue door on a rocky hillside on Anafi

Anafi

Adventurous travelers wanting an isolated island next to Santorini, almost without crowds.

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White buildings along the waterfront of Andros

Andros

Hikers and nature lovers wanting a green, water-rich island with real walking trails.

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Sandy beach and turquoise water on Antiparos

Antiparos

Travelers wanting a relaxed, walkable island near Paros with beaches and a famous cave.

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Turquoise bay and sandy beach at Kedros on Donousa

Donousa

Travelers seeking a remote Small Cyclades island with clean, silent bays.

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The whitewashed village of Chora perched on a cliff above the sea in Folegandros

Folegandros

Travelers looking for unspoiled, dramatic scenery without the crowds

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A whitewashed church and Greek flag overlooking the sea on Ios island

Ios

Young travelers who combine nightlife with beautiful beaches

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Sandy beach and anchored sailboats under storm clouds on Iraklia

Iraklia

Hikers and slow travelers wanting caves and trails on the largest Small Cyclades island.

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Pool overlooking the sea and hills of Kea

Kea

Athens weekenders and hikers wanting a quiet island close to the mainland.

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White houses by the harbour of Kimolos at golden hour

Kimolos

Travelers wanting a quiet, mineral-rich island to pair with a Milos visit.

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White houses with blue shutters on Koufonisia

Koufonisia

Beach lovers who want turquoise water on an easy, walkable island.

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Aerial view of a sandy beach with turquoise water and anchored boats on Kythnos

Kythnos

Travelers seeking an unpolished, quiet island with thermal springs and calm beaches.

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The white volcanic rock formations of Sarakiniko Beach on Milos under a clear blue sky

Milos

Beach lovers looking for unique, volcanic landscapes

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The iconic windmills of Mykonos against a vibrant sea and sky

Mykonos

Travelers seeking glamour, nightlife and beach clubs

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Whitewashed Chora town of Naxos overlooking the Aegean coastline

Naxos

Families and hikers who want wide sandy beaches combined with a lively interior

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The harbour of Naoussa on Paros lined with traditional Greek architecture

Paros

Travelers who want a mix of watersports, nightlife and picturesque villages

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Whitewashed buildings and blue-domed churches overlooking the Aegean Sea in Santorini

Santorini

Travelers who want to see the iconic caldera views, despite the crowds

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The small harbour bay of Mersini on Schinoussa

Schinoussa

Travelers wanting a barely developed Small Cyclades island for total relaxation.

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Aerial view of the whitewashed houses of Serifos

Serifos

Independent travelers who love dramatic, rugged scenery and wild beaches over polish.

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A traditional harbour on Sifnos with fishing boats and whitewashed Cycladic architecture

Sifnos

Foodies and peace-seekers who love small, artisanal villages

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Café table and bright flowers in a village on Sikinos

Sikinos

Travelers wanting one of the quietest, least visited islands in the whole Cyclades.

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Aerial view of Syros Town and the Aegean Sea

Syros

Travelers who want a real, lively Greek city with architecture, food and nightlife instead of a resort.

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The village of Manolas on the clifftop of Thirasia

Thirasia

Travelers wanting Santorini's caldera views without the crowds and cruise ships.

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Aerial view of Tinos Town at sunset

Tinos

Pilgrims and culture lovers who want Cycladic beauty without Mykonos-style crowds.

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Dodecanese

Δωδεκάνησα

Medieval towns and warm water along the Turkish coast, from busy Rhodes to tiny Symi.

16 islands

Red geraniums above a calm turquoise bay on Agathonisi

Agathonisi

Travelers wanting real isolation, with minimal amenities and no crowds at all.

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Whitewashed Chora of Astypalea climbing to its castle at dusk

Astypalea

Travelers who want Cycladic white beauty and beaches without Cyclades crowds or prices.

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Colourful houses of Emborio harbour on Chalki below bare mountains

Chalki

Visitors wanting an easy, quiet escape close to Rhodes without a long crossing.

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Kalymnos island's harbour with traditional architecture and calm waters

Kalymnos

Climbers and active travelers who love a rawer, less touristy island

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Colourful traditional houses on the hillside of Olympos village in Karpathos

Karpathos

Hikers and windsurfers looking for a less touristy island

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Fishing boats and a white house with blue shutters in a harbour on Kasos

Kasos

Independent travelers wanting a rugged, traditional island far from the tourist mainstream.

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Aerial view of Kastellorizo town and its bay

Kastellorizo

Travelers wanting a remote, visually striking island with a strong identity and history.

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Charming Mediterranean architecture with blue domes and whitewashed buildings in Kos

Kos

Cyclists and families who appreciate flat islands with plenty of beaches

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Sailboats moored in the harbour of Leros

Leros

Visitors interested in unusual 20th-century history who want quiet swimming without crowds.

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White and blue church on Lipsi

Lipsi

Families and couples wanting a small, friendly island with easy access to lovely beaches.

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White houses of Mandraki on Nisyros above the sea

Nisyros

Nature and geology lovers wanting an authentic day-trip destination and a quiet overnight.

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Aerial view of the harbour and white houses of Patmos

Patmos

Travelers seeking spirituality, history and understated luxury over nightlife.

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Rocks framing the sea on the coast of Pserimos

Pserimos

Beach lovers wanting a small, sandy day-trip island between Kos and Kalymnos.

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Tourists exploring the medieval fortress gate of the Palace of the Grand Master in Rhodes Old Town

Rhodes

History lovers who want to combine it with wide beaches and good infrastructure

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Vibrant neoclassical houses lining the harbour of Ano Symi, Greece

Symi

Day-trippers and photographers who want to see a colourful harbour town

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Bougainvillea framing the bay of Livadia on Tilos

Tilos

Hikers, birdwatchers and eco-conscious travelers wanting one of Greece's quietest, greenest islands.

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Ionian Islands

Ιόνια Νησιά

Greener, milder islands off the west coast with dramatic turquoise bays.

9 islands

A small ferry in the rocky cove of Bouka on Antikythira

Antikythira

True adventure travelers and hikers wanting one of Greece's least populated inhabited islands.

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Aerial view of Corfu Town with its historic architecture and harbour

Corfu

Travelers who combine Venetian architecture with lush, green scenery

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Aerial view of Simos Beach on Elafonisos

Elafonisos

Beach lovers wanting Caribbean-looking turquoise water without leaving Greece.

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A charming white church with a blue door beside the sea in Ithaca

Ithaca

Peace-seekers and lovers of Greek mythology

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Aerial view of turquoise waters and rugged cliffs at Myrtos Beach on Kefalonia

Kefalonia

Nature lovers looking for dramatic coastlines and caves

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Rocky cliffs and blue sea on the coast of Kythira

Kythira

Travelers wanting an unspoiled, quiet island with striking nature and few crowds.

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Aerial view of turquoise waters and dramatic cliffs at Porto Katsiki Beach on Lefkada

Lefkada

Road trippers who want to drive from the mainland and love watersports

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Yachts in the harbour of Gaios on Paxos

Paxos

Couples and calm-seekers wanting olive groves, turquoise coves and no big resorts.

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Aerial view of the shipwreck at Navagio Beach with vivid blue waters on Zakynthos

Zakynthos

Travelers who want to see the iconic Navagio (Shipwreck Beach) plus watersports

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Crete

Κρήτη

Greece's largest island, big enough for a whole trip, with little Gavdos off its south coast.

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Chania waterfront on Crete at sunset

Crete

Travelers wanting it all: ancient history, mountains, gorges and some of Greece's best beaches.

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Beach with clear turquoise water on Gavdos

Gavdos

Off-grid travelers wanting Europe's southernmost point and a genuinely remote island.

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Saronic Islands

Νησιά Αργοσαρωνικού

The closest islands to Athens, an easy ferry ride from Piraeus for a short first taste.

5 islands

Boats in the marina of Aegina Town

Aegina

Athens day-trippers and weekenders wanting ancient ruins and a working port town under an hour away.

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Hydra harbour with boats and stone houses

Hydra

Travelers with a taste for art and design wanting a car-free island with grand stone mansions.

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Poros town seen across the water

Poros

Weekenders wanting a small, walkable port town separated from the Peloponnese by a narrow strait.

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Aerial view of the harbour and mountains of Salamina

Salamina

History buffs and Athenians wanting an easy, uncomplicated island escape just outside the city.

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Narrow whitewashed lane with a footbridge in Spetses

Spetses

Travelers wanting a stylish, largely car-free island with neoclassical mansions and good beaches.

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Sporades

Σποράδες

Green, pine-covered islands in the northwest Aegean, quieter than the Cyclades.

5 islands

Aerial view of a beach and green hills on Alonnisos

Alonnisos

Nature lovers who care more about diving, hiking and marine life than nightlife.

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Aerial view of clear water and a rugged coastline on Evia

Evia

Travelers who love mountains, forests and beaches close to Athens without needing a ferry.

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Aerial view of the forests and coastline of Skiathos

Skiathos

Travelers who love both beach and nightlife, with sandy beaches near a lively town.

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Skopelos Town and yachts in the harbour

Skopelos

Travelers wanting lush, pine-covered nature and a quieter, more authentic island than Skiathos.

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Skyros Chora on its hillside seen from below

Skyros

Travelers seeking a distinct, tradition-rich island culture unlike the rest of the Sporades.

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North Aegean Islands

Νησιά Βορείου Αιγαίου

Large, unhurried islands near the Turkish coast, with long ferry legs between them.

11 islands

The village and harbour of Agios Efstratios seen from the hills

Agios Efstratios

Travelers wanting one of the most remote, least-visited islands in the Aegean.

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Fishing boats in a harbour on Chios

Chios

Travelers curious about medieval villages and a unique local product: mastic.

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Turquoise water along Koumara beach on Fournoi

Fournoi

Travelers wanting an authentic fishing island with excellent seafood and few visitors.

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Beach and coastal village on Ikaria at dusk

Ikaria

Travelers curious about the island's famous longevity culture and relaxed, late-night pace.

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Sunset over the harbour of Mytilene on Lesbos

Lesbos

Travelers wanting olive-covered landscapes, ouzo culture and a huge, varied island to explore.

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White chapel above the sea on Limnos

Limnos

Travelers wanting flat, sandy beaches and a mostly Greek-visited, uncrowded island.

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The main village of Oinousses seen across the harbour

Oinousses

Travelers curious about Greece's shipowning families on a tiny, wealthy, low-key island.

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The church of Agios Nikolaos on a headland of Psara in morning haze

Psara

History-minded travelers wanting a remote island famous for its role in the War of Independence.

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Fishing boats in the harbour of Samos

Samos

Travelers wanting lush mountains, wine and beaches close to the Turkish coast.

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Swimmers at natural rock pools on Samothraki

Samothraki

Hikers and nature lovers wanting waterfalls, mountains and an important ancient sanctuary.

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Turquoise water and pine trees at a beach on Thassos

Thassos

Families and beach lovers wanting a green, easy-to-reach island close to the mainland.

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