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Samos Greece Samos Map, Travel Information, Samos Hotels, Sightseeing, Attractions, Ferries to Samos Island
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| Samos, Greece |
| GENERAL SAMOS GREECE TRAVEL INFORMATION |
Introduction
The beautiful island of Samos is one of the most beautiful and most verdant in the NE Aegean cluster. It boasts beautiful coasts with sandy and pebbly beaches and very clean waters making them ideal for endless hours of relaxation and recreation. It is really worth exploring the scenic coastal resorts as well as the inland villages breathing out an original Greek flavour. Sightseeing lovers will have the chance to visit amazing archaeological sites, while nature lovers can dedicate time trekking, hiking and cycling in wonderful paths. If you are interested you may also take a daily trip to the coast of Turkey, right across Samos. There is a plethora of Samos hotels all around the island for all tastes and budgets, providing a good variety of facilities and sound services. Click on the Samos map to view the island and its position in the Aegean.
Samos Island Greece Area / Population / Capital:
The Island of Samos occupies an area of 500 sq. km, it has about 34,000 inhabitants and its capital is Samos or Vathy.
Attractions & Sightseeing in Samos Greece
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Sightseeing in Samos Greece:
- the art gallery in Samos
- the municipal library in Samos
- the Byzantine church of Agios Ioannis
- the castle of Lazaros and the remains of the castle of Loulouda
- the Byzantine Castle at Karlovassi
- the cave with the church of Saradaskaliotissa at Marathokambos
- the ancient town of Pythagorio, with the roman spa, the mains, the ancient theatre
- the sacred sanctuary at Ireo
- the traditional settlement of Pyrgos
Museums in Samos Greece:
- The archaeological museum in Samos
- The Museum of Samos Wine
- The ecclesiastic-Byzantine museums
Natural Sites in Samos Greece:
- The natural site with the waterfalls, the river, the two lakes and the lush verdure at Karlovassi
- The cave of Pythagoras at Marathokambos
- The artificial lakes Glyfades
- The cave Trypiovrachos with the stalagmites and the stalactites
- The cave Kakoperato with the stalagmites and the stalactites
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Sports / Recreation in Samos Greece
If you have a boat you can go around the beaches and well sheltered coves in Samos, as well as many of the surrounding islands and islets, such as Agios Nikolaos, Diapori, Prassonissi, Vareloudi, Makronissi, and more. You may anchor at Vathy, Puthagorio, Marathokambos and Karlovassi.
Entertainment in Samos Greece:
While in Samos, one thing is sure. You will have a glorious time, whatever you may choose to do. You may go out for a long dinner in one of the great fish tavernas right by the sea, or have a drink or two in one of the bars. Especially in the coastal resorts you will find plenty of all day cafés, restaurants, and bars where you can relax and have fun.
Local Events in Samos Greece:
There are a lot of local events taking place in Samos, such as the Manolis Kalomiris festival with concerts of classical music and “artistic” Greek music in July and August, as well as theatrical plays. There are also the traditional festivals of Our Lady on 15 August at Agios Konstantinos and Vourliotes, the festival of Santa Marina on 17 July at Vourliotes. At Iraio, the festival of ancient theatre takes place every July and August, so take the chance to watch a play while in Samos.
Major Towns / Cities / Villages in Samos Greece
Vathy, Samos Greece
Vathy or Samos is the capital of Samos island, where one of the two ports is located. Vathy is one of the most attractive insular towns, amphitheatrically built at Vathy bay, boasting wonderful traditional style mansions and neoclassical buildings. Take a walk around the town and admire the city hall, the art gallery the historic church of Saint Spyridon and many more landmarks. Don’t miss to visit the archaeological museum at Ano Vathy. There are plenty of lovely beaches around like Gaggou, Kalami, Livadaki, Psili Ammos, Kerveli, Galazio, Mourtia ideal for swimming and sunbathing.
Karlovassi, Samos Greece
The second port of Samos lies at Karlovassi, a town with a special colour and long cultural tradition among other towns in Samos, as it used to be one of the wealthiest and most developed town in Samos. The wonderful churches, imposing neoclassical residences and lovely beaches nearby, such as Potami, Mikro Seitani, Megalo Seitani, Karlovassi and Piaki, compose the perfect setting to spend your vacations at.
Marathokambos, Samos Greece
Marathokambos Samos is a traditional town amphitheatrically built on a lush area full of olive trees. The beautiful stone built houses, the arched streets and the yards full of plants and flowers take you back to long gone eras. At Marathokambos Bay just 3 km from Marathokambos you may take a boat to Fourni islands, Ikaria, Patmos and Kousadasi Turkey.
Pythagorio, Samos Greece
Pythagorio is one of the renowned and cosmopolitan resorts in Samos, owing its name to the great mathematician and philosopher Pythagoras. The wonderful residences with the red tile roofs, the picturesque alleys, the busy quay and the plethora of tavernas, restaurants, and bars make it one of the liveliest destinations of the island, for those who love stimulating vacations in popular resorts. Wonderful beaches around the area, as well as in Mykali and Potokaki.
Kokkari, Samos Greece
Kokkari Samos is a really picturesque and popular summer resort in the north of Samos, with a lovely harbour where yachts and boats anchor. Besides the nice beach of Kokkari, you may go swimming at Lemonia and Tsamadou.
Kerveli, Samos Greece
Kerveli is a serene fisher’s village ideal for quiet and fully relaxing holidays. It lies on a well-sheltered bay making its lovely beach a wonderful retreat especially when strong winds blow. There is a number of Samos hotels in Kerveli, as well as restaurants serving excellent Greek dishes.
Transportation in Samos Greece
By Ferry Boat:
Ferries to Samos Island (Vathy or Karlovassi) depart from the port of Piraeus and the port of Thessaloniki. You can also travel from Samos to other islands of the Cyclades, the Dodecanese, N.E. Aegean, and Turkey either by ferry or high-speed boat.
Samos Greece Sea Travel Information:
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Piraeus Port: Tel. +30 210 422-6000 to 03
Thessaloniki Port: Tel. +30 2310 531505
Vathy Port: Tel. +30 22730 27890
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Karlovassi Port: Tel. +30 22730 30888
By Airplane:
Flying to Samos is another option whether you are travelling there from Greece or abroad. There are plane departures from Athens or Thessaloniki Airports, as well as charter flights from many international airports, particularly in summer.
Samos Greece Air Travel Information:
- Athens Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos”: Tel. + 30 210 353-0000
- “Macedonia” Thessaloniki Airport: Tel. +30 2310 473-212
- Samos Airport “Aristarchos Samios”: Tel. + 30 22730 87800
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