Tours to Poros
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POROS FROM ATHENS
Poros
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Poros, Island of Greece
The island of Poros is in the Saronic Gulf, southeast of Greece. It is a very good opportunity to spend a weekend if you are in Athens.
Poros is made up of two different islands called Kalavria (the largest) and Spheria (the smaller one, in which the center is located and which is of volcanic origin). Both are linked by a bridge.
The island in total has about 4,000 inhabitants and its landscape is characterized by its extensive vegetation, temperate climate, and mountainous soil.
The main city, homonymous, was built on a hill and its port has direct access to Athens and nearby islands, such as Aegina or Hydra.
Among the main attractions of the island of Poros, we can mention the Clock Tower, the Temple of Poseidon, the Forest of Lemon Trees, and the Archaeological Museum of Poros. You also cannot miss its beautiful beaches, such as Love Bay and Kanali Beach.
Move in Poros
If you plan to travel to Poros, we recommend that you explore the island on foot or by bicycle. During the summer season, vehicles are not allowed on the island.
What to eat in Poros
Greek gastronomy stands out internationally for its mixture of Mediterranean flavors, where the famous Greek olive oil is used. From the Greek breakfast to local products, are some of the specialties that you will try on your trip. We recommend traditional Greek dishes like the spanakopita pie filled with spinach and feta cheese.
Where to Eat in Poros
Most of the beaches on the island of Poros have restaurants of gastronomic excellence around them, with spectacular views of the sea. We mention some of them: Poseidon Restaurant, Taverna Garden, Askeli Resto, Panorama Resto, Apagio Taverna, among others.
Shopping in Poros
If you are wondering where to shop on Poros Island, you should know that the center has a wide variety of shops selling everything from fashion items to traditional Greek attire, jewelry, ceramics, fabrics, and more. We name some of these complexes for you to take into account.
- Citronne Gallery: specializing in the sale of works of art and clothing;
- Ergani Workshop: great if you are looking to make gifts, or buy perfumes or decoration objects.
When to Travel to Poros?
The best months to visit Poros Island are April, May, June, September, and October when the weather is warm but bearable. You can visit the sea of the Saronic Gulf without suffering from high temperatures.
01Best time to travel to Poros
The best months to visit Poros Island are April, May, June, September, and October when the weather is warm but bearable. You can take a dip in the sea of the Saronic Gulf without suffering from the high temperatures.
02Closest airport to Poros Island
There is no airport on the island of Poros, so the Athens International Airport is the closest to Poros.
03Go from the port of Poros to the center
The port of Poros is located in the center of the city, so you can easily reach your accommodation by taxi, public transport, private transfer, or even on foot.
04How to move in Poros
If you plan to travel to Poros, we recommend that you explore the island on foot or by bicycle. During the summer, cars are not allowed on the island of Poros.