Amorgos Sights & Attractions
Discover the Best Sights in Amorgos!
Amorgos is mainly visited for its wild landscape and the traditional way of life that the locals maintain. At the same time, though, the island is home to a number of places of historical and cultural interest, while guests will also find numerous churches and chapels throughout it.
In brief, the whitewashed Monastery of Hozoviotissa and the imposing Venetian Castle in Chora are the top attractions on the island.
You can see the best Sights of Amorgos below: Ancient sites, Museums, Churches, Castles, and more points of interest. You can filter all attractions by category and location.
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Monastery of Hozoviotissa
ChurchesThis impressive Monastery is the trademark of Amorgos. Built on the slopes of a rock, this monastery offers an amazing view of the sea. A trekking path leads to the beach of Agia Anna.
Venetian Castle
CastlesThe Venetian Castle on the rock above Chora was built in Medieval times. Its location is impressive and offers an amazing view of the Aegean Sea. A few old churches are preserved within the castle walls.
Church of Agia Anna
ChurchesThe small chapel of Agia Anna is built on a rock by the sea. It is located in Agia Anna beach and stands out for its pure traditional style.
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Shipwreck Olympia
GeneralThe shipwreck of Olympia is located near Kalotaritisa. It became famous with the movie Big Blue of Luc Besson.
Sea caves
GeneralThe Sea Caves are located on the right side of Mouros Beach and are accessible by swimming. Aficionados of water jumps will fall in love with the place.
Archaeological Collection
MuseumsThe Archaeological Collection of Amorgos is housed in Gavras Tower, one of the few Venetian towers that have survived on the island. It exhibits findings from excavation sites on Amorgos, such as Prehistoric tools, marble sculptures and remains of ancient temples.
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Folklore Museum
MuseumsMinoan Site
Ancient SitesArchaeological excavations have revealed the ruins of an ancient Minoan civilization, including a sanctuary, ruins from ancient walls and some buildings.
Agios Georgios Valsamitis
ChurchesOn the way from Chora to Kamari, there is a small church dedicated to Agios Georgios Valsamitis. It was built in the 18th century and it is a dependency of Hozoviotissa Monastery. The location offers a beautiful view of the sea.
Monastery of Theologos
ChurchesThe Monastery of Agios Ioannis Theologos charms visitors with its sense of isolation and beautiful natural surroundings. Dating back to the 7th century AD, this is the oldest monastery on the island.
Church of Panagia Theoskepasti
ChurchesThe Church of Panagia Theoskepasti is a very small Orthodox church right outside Chora that boasts a whitewashed design, a Cycladic-like floor pattern, a couple of interior church necessities, and fascinating landscape views.
Christian Museum
MuseumsThe Christian (or Ecclesiastical) Museum of Amorgos is a pristine destination for church lovers, showcasing old relics, iconography masterpieces, marble sculptures, and manuscripts in the region of Chora.
Church of Panagia Kastriani
ChurchesPanagia Kastriani in Amorgos is a church building atop a wonderful, steep hill. It has a stripped-down interior temple and jaw-dropping surrounding views. A small celebration takes place there once a year.
Windmills of Chora
WindmillsThe windmills of Amorgos are one of its most revered sights since they were once used for local needs, while now they function mainly as a cosmetic element over the village of Chora.
Church of Prophet Elias
ChurchesProphet Elias Church is a chapel on one of the highest mountaintops of Amorgos, with whitewashed designs, a few frescoes, and breathtaking views over the nearby villages and the sea.
Church of Agia Paraskevi
ChurchesAgia Paraskevi is a Cycladic-style church near the village of Kalofana, with a simple three-arch design and beautiful interiors, while also hosting the most revered yearly feast of the Cyclades island complex.
Church of Panagia Epanochoriani
ChurchesThe Church of Panagia Epanochoriani has a white-and-blue typical Cycladic design, simple interiors, and beautiful frescoes, while it also hosts a renowned yearly festival on the 14th and the 15th of August.
Old Lighthouse
LighthousesThe Old Lighthouse of Amorgos is a simple, whitewashed tower at the entrance of Katapola Bay, alongside a gorgeous tower, both built in the late 19th century.
Church of Stavros
ChurchesStavros is a small church on the mountain of Krikelo that can be reached via hiking. It hosts a few icons and some church essentials and celebrates on the 13th of September.
Church of Agios Mamas
ChurchesAgios Mamas is a small church on the mountainside of Amorgos, boasting a whitewashed design, a bell, and mesmerizing views. It is located between Aegiali and Asfontilitis.
Gavras Tower
CastlesGavras Tower is an important Venetian remnant in Chora, close to the Venetian Castle. It was probably built in the 16th century and today it hosts the Archaeological Collection of Amorgos.