Guidebook for Andros
Arts & Culture
The museum is steps away from the apartment and houses more than 300 paintings by Greek and international artists such as Auguste Rodin, Paul Delvaux, Takis, Chryssa, Fassianos Kounellis & many more.
41 locals recommend
Goulandris Museum of Contemporary Art, Andros
The museum is steps away from the apartment and houses more than 300 paintings by Greek and international artists such as Auguste Rodin, Paul Delvaux, Takis, Chryssa, Fassianos Kounellis & many more.
Situated in Kairi Square, the museum hosts findings from excavation sites on the island, such as marble statues, tools and weapons.
34 locals recommend
Andros
Situated in Kairi Square, the museum hosts findings from excavation sites on the island, such as marble statues, tools and weapons.
The Nautical museum presents the entire history of Andros merchant marine, from the ancient times to our day. It is located in Chora, up in the square of the Unknown Sailor.
25 locals recommend
Andros Maritime Museum
760 Epar.Od. Androu-MpatsiouThe Nautical museum presents the entire history of Andros merchant marine, from the ancient times to our day. It is located in Chora, up in the square of the Unknown Sailor.
The museum hosts native olive oil making techniques/ relics on the islands of Greece.
11 locals recommend
Cyclades Olive Museum
The museum hosts native olive oil making techniques/ relics on the islands of Greece.
Paliopolis is interesting archaeological collection consisting of surface discoveries from the archaeological site in the area. It covers the historical period from ancient times up to the Roman era.
7 locals recommend
Archaeological Museum of Paleopolis
Paliopolis is interesting archaeological collection consisting of surface discoveries from the archaeological site in the area. It covers the historical period from ancient times up to the Roman era.
Everything Else
Andros town (Chora) Boat & Scooter rental.Great way to explore surrounding towns & get to private beaches.
9 locals recommend
Karaoulanis Riva rentals / Rib - Boat - e Bike - Scooter
Andros town (Chora) Boat & Scooter rental.Great way to explore surrounding towns & get to private beaches.
National Bank of Greece
53 ΕμπειρίκουOne of many Banks in town. Easy access to ATM / Banking.
If you would like to rent a car as soon as you arrive to Andros, this is a great location. It is right across the street from the ferry boat terminal.
11 locals recommend
Rent a Car Euro Anna Vrettou
Eparchiaki Odos Androu-MpatsiouIf you would like to rent a car as soon as you arrive to Andros, this is a great location. It is right across the street from the ferry boat terminal.
Taxi station is available right off the ferry terminal to take to Chora. The bus stop is also located right in front of the ferry terminal.
Likiakes Taxis Gavriou
Taxi station is available right off the ferry terminal to take to Chora. The bus stop is also located right in front of the ferry terminal.
This is the port on the island of Andros you would arrive in from the main land port of Raffina. From here you can take a taxi or bus strength to Chora, both are right in front of the ferry terminal.
22 locals recommend
Gavrio
This is the port on the island of Andros you would arrive in from the main land port of Raffina. From here you can take a taxi or bus strength to Chora, both are right in front of the ferry terminal.
This is the fastest and closest port from the Athens airport. The port of Rafina is the quickest way to get to the port of Gavrio on the island of Andros. Then it's just a taxi or bus ride to Chora.
Rafina station
This is the fastest and closest port from the Athens airport. The port of Rafina is the quickest way to get to the port of Gavrio on the island of Andros. Then it's just a taxi or bus ride to Chora.
Once you arrive at the Athens airport, then it's just a 25 minute taxi ride to the port of Rafina to catch the next ferry boat to the island of Andros. The trip from Rafina to Andros is under 2 hours.
243 locals recommend
Athens International Airport
Attiki OdosOnce you arrive at the Athens airport, then it's just a 25 minute taxi ride to the port of Rafina to catch the next ferry boat to the island of Andros. The trip from Rafina to Andros is under 2 hours.
Food Scene
It's a small restaurant in the main road of Chora with a traditional modern touch that provides you a really nice menu. It is clean, the smiley service is great and the food we tasted amazing.
patisserie LYGIZOS
It's a small restaurant in the main road of Chora with a traditional modern touch that provides you a really nice menu. It is clean, the smiley service is great and the food we tasted amazing.
There are so many! Here are a few you should try: Nostalgia, Scalakia, EndoChora, Taverna Madouris, Tis Pareas, Cabo Del Mar, Heaven coffee shop, Karlakas.
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There are so many! Here are a few you should try: Nostalgia, Scalakia, EndoChora, Taverna Madouris, Tis Pareas, Cabo Del Mar, Heaven coffee shop, Karlakas.
Yialia Beach is just 10 minutes away by taxi or 45-60 minutes walk. There is one restaurant at by this beach.
Paralia Gialia
Yialia Beach is just 10 minutes away by taxi or 45-60 minutes walk. There is one restaurant at by this beach.
This beach is located 5 km north from Gavrio on the northwest coast of Andros. It is a charming sandy beach with trees providing natural shade and clean waters. There are taverns with delicious meals.
18 locals recommend
Paralia Fellos
This beach is located 5 km north from Gavrio on the northwest coast of Andros. It is a charming sandy beach with trees providing natural shade and clean waters. There are taverns with delicious meals.
There are a few good restaurant & shops to visit. There is also a small public beach in town.
18 locals recommend
Batsi
There are a few good restaurant & shops to visit. There is also a small public beach in town.
If you have a sweet tooth this the place to treat yourself.
The local delicacy " amygdalota " ( almond paste, rose water, icing sugar) to die for !
Laskari's Pastry
St EmpeirikosIf you have a sweet tooth this the place to treat yourself.
The local delicacy " amygdalota " ( almond paste, rose water, icing sugar) to die for !
Mesathouri village has great views overlooking the Andros town a has a few great restaurants.
Mesathouri
Mesathouri village has great views overlooking the Andros town a has a few great restaurants.
Lamira village has even greater views overlooking the Andros town a has a few great restaurants.
Lamira
Lamira village has even greater views overlooking the Andros town a has a few great restaurants.
Petrádi
Πλατεία ΚαϊρηOne of many great restaurants in Andros town.
Vintsi Cafe - Bar - Restaurant
Restaurant & Bar in Korthio
Essentials
Computer Services Andros
Πεζόδρομος ΧώραςComputer Services, Internet Cafe / Bar & Free Wifi.
One of many supermarkets in town...There are more options closer to the apartment.
Γονέος (Goneos) Supermarket
One of many supermarkets in town...There are more options closer to the apartment.
Sightseeing
Theofilos Kairis (an Andros scholar and priest, 1784-1852). Including a large number of rare publications, manuscripts, historical records, works of art, as well as a small archaeological collection.
Kairis Library
Theofilos Kairis (an Andros scholar and priest, 1784-1852). Including a large number of rare publications, manuscripts, historical records, works of art, as well as a small archaeological collection.
Known to Greek tourism from very old times for it's curative water. The renowned spring of the island, is found in the center of the village and in the grounds of the church of Agia Irini.
8 locals recommend
Apikia
Known to Greek tourism from very old times for it's curative water. The renowned spring of the island, is found in the center of the village and in the grounds of the church of Agia Irini.
Sariza the company that is bottling curative spring water that produces the . There is waterfall (Pithara) which is found in just ten-minute walk from Apikia.
7 locals recommend
Sariza Source S.A.
Sariza the company that is bottling curative spring water that produces the . There is waterfall (Pithara) which is found in just ten-minute walk from Apikia.
The ruins of 'Fabrica', Stenies old flour mill, on the footpath to Yialia beach. The factory operated from 1864 until 1923 exclusively with the water power & was one of the largest pasta producers
Stenies
The ruins of 'Fabrica', Stenies old flour mill, on the footpath to Yialia beach. The factory operated from 1864 until 1923 exclusively with the water power & was one of the largest pasta producers
Paraporti beach is just a 10 minutes walk from the apartment. Great for longs walks & is known for big waves. There is also an amazing meat restaurant ( Karlakas ) at the end of the beach.
8 locals recommend
Paralia Paraporti
Paraporti beach is just a 10 minutes walk from the apartment. Great for longs walks & is known for big waves. There is also an amazing meat restaurant ( Karlakas ) at the end of the beach.
Paralia Plaka
Plaka Beach is in Korthia, 25-30 minute drive from the apartment.
The beach is sandy and pebbly with crystal clear and calm waters. Its name, meaning the port of brass in Greek, comes from the mines that operated there in ancient times (35min drive from apartment).
9 locals recommend
Paralia Chalkolimnionas
The beach is sandy and pebbly with crystal clear and calm waters. Its name, meaning the port of brass in Greek, comes from the mines that operated there in ancient times (35min drive from apartment).
Palaeopolis was an ancient settlement that prospered during the Classical Era. There is a beautiful path leading towards the sea to the ancient port and public beach.
Paralia Paleopolis
Palaeopolis was an ancient settlement that prospered during the Classical Era. There is a beautiful path leading towards the sea to the ancient port and public beach.
The Tower of Agios Petros was built in the Hellenistic Era (4th - 3th Century B.C.). The tower is built in a strategic position overlooking the valley port of Gavrio.
11 locals recommend
Agios Petros
The Tower of Agios Petros was built in the Hellenistic Era (4th - 3th Century B.C.). The tower is built in a strategic position overlooking the valley port of Gavrio.
Achla beach is a great beach to visit for the day. Food & drinks are available there. It can be accessed but car or water taxi from the marina port in Andros.
13 locals recommend
Paralia Achla
Achla beach is a great beach to visit for the day. Food & drinks are available there. It can be accessed but car or water taxi from the marina port in Andros.
The beach is pebbled with crystal clear, clean waters and it also features some naturally carved caves under water. It is pretty tranquil and due to its special morphology it is ideal for snorkeling.
Paralia Sinetiou
The beach is pebbled with crystal clear, clean waters and it also features some naturally carved caves under water. It is pretty tranquil and due to its special morphology it is ideal for snorkeling.
Grias to Pidima; meaning the place where the old lady jumped, is located on the southeast coast of Andros. This beautiful sandy beach with the characteristic rock which gave the name to the spot.
24 locals recommend
Tis Grias To Pidima
Grias to Pidima; meaning the place where the old lady jumped, is located on the southeast coast of Andros. This beautiful sandy beach with the characteristic rock which gave the name to the spot.
Nestled in a beautiful bay on the north part of the island, It is an untouched coast for a quiet and tranquil swim while, in summer time, a tavern on the coast offers delicious dishes and fish.
10 locals recommend
Paralia Zorgkos
Nestled in a beautiful bay on the north part of the island, It is an untouched coast for a quiet and tranquil swim while, in summer time, a tavern on the coast offers delicious dishes and fish.
The beach has crystal clear waters and quite tranquil, ideal also for fishing and for families. You will need to following the road to Agios Petros and then to Vitali...It is a bit of a drive!
15 locals recommend
Paralia Vitali
The beach has crystal clear waters and quite tranquil, ideal also for fishing and for families. You will need to following the road to Agios Petros and then to Vitali...It is a bit of a drive!
The Monastery permits visits, but need will need to start early (There is a dress code to enter inside). Starting from the town for Fállika is the shortest way to get to the monastery at the summit.
11 locals recommend
Moni Panachrantou
The Monastery permits visits, but need will need to start early (There is a dress code to enter inside). Starting from the town for Fállika is the shortest way to get to the monastery at the summit.
Kochilos Village in located at the foot of the old Venetian castle side. Built by the Venetian Marino Dandolo. Besides the ruins you will be able to see the breathtaking panoramic views of the sea.
6 locals recommend
Kochilos
Kochilos Village in located at the foot of the old Venetian castle side. Built by the Venetian Marino Dandolo. Besides the ruins you will be able to see the breathtaking panoramic views of the sea.
Steno-Korthiou (Androu)
Steno-Korthiou is a wildlife refuge.
Drinks & Nightlife
Swell Cafe Bar
One of many sea side bars & restaurant.
Piso Yialia beach is just 12 minutes away by taxi or one hour walking. This is a fun beach with a bar, great music & snack food.
14 locals recommend
Paralia Piso Gialia
Piso Yialia beach is just 12 minutes away by taxi or one hour walking. This is a fun beach with a bar, great music & snack food.
Shopping
Brigitte Polemis masters the Art of photography, printing, design and sculpture, and is one of many Art Galleries, Gift, Souvenir & Jewelry shops in Andros Town.
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ΕΜΠΕΙΡΙΚΟΥ Γ.ΚBrigitte Polemis masters the Art of photography, printing, design and sculpture, and is one of many Art Galleries, Gift, Souvenir & Jewelry shops in Andros Town.
Stratis, M., - E. Stamatoudi O.E.
One of many great gift shops in Andros town.