Hydra Sights & Attractions



The island of Hydra is a popular small island of the Saronic Gulf, just a couple of hours ferry ride from Athens. It is famous for its picturesque architecture, the vivid nightlife, and cosmopolitan character. Except for relaxing at cozy beaches, there are not many sites on Hydra island. In spring and autumn, hiking is a popular thing to do as the island is crossed by many walking paths that lead to impressive spots with sea view and historical monasteries. Hydra Town is also a picturesque place to stroll around, with elegant mansions and a museum at the port.
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Bastions
OtherThese cannons were used for protection in the past. They surround the port of Hydra and serve as reminders of a glorious past.

Historical Archives Museum
MuseumsThe Museum of Historical Archives is located in an elegant stone mansion, at the port of Hydra Town. It houses manuscripts from the revolutionary period, paintings and ship models, rare books and other interesting exhibits.

Merchant Marine Academy
OtherThis is the first Merchant Marine Academy that operated in Greece. It is housed in Tsamadou Mansion, on a hill overlooking the port and the whole village.

Melina Merkouri Auditorium
Cultural CentresThe Auditorium Melina Merkouri, also known as The Exhibition and Concert Municipal Hall Melina Merkouri on the island of Hydra, is used for art exhibitions and as a conference center. It is located along a quay and looks like two buildings connected to one another.

Ecclesiastical Museum
MuseumsThe Ecclesiastical Museum is housed in the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin which stands close to the port of Hydra. It hosts ecclesiastical items, clothing of priests and other holy items that date from the 18th and the 19th century.

Monastery of Agia Efpraxia
ChurchesClose to the Monastery of Prophet Elias, at about 500 meters above the sea level, there stands the Convent of Efpraxia. Some nuns live in the convent and run a small embroidery workshop. It was built in 1865 and the main church is a small building with spare and simple lines.

Monastery of Prophet Elias
ChurchesBuilt in the 19th century, on the site of a small abandoned chapel, the Monastery of Prophet Elias is a good two hours hike from the port. A male community of four monks lives there today. Located on the northern slopes of Mount Eros at an altitude of 500 meters, it offers a magnificent view over the town and the sea.

Dokos Island
OtherDokos is a small island between Hydra and Spetses. It has few inhabitants and attracts mostly nature lovers and people for free camping.

DESTE Foundation Project Space
OtherDeste Foundation hosts an annual Hydra exhibit at the small former slaughterhouse on the sea.

Church of The Assumption
ChurchesThe Church of the Assumption of the Virgin is located in the port of Hydra Town. Its main characteristic is the tall bell tower made of pure marble from Tinos. The church was established in 1643 and hosts a small ecclesiastical museum today.

Koundouriotis Mansion
MuseumsThis elegant stone mansion is an outhouse of the National Historical Museum. It includes relics of the Koundouriotis family, such as weaponry, traditional clothes, woodcarvings, paintings, and jewelry.
Monastery of Agia Triada
ChurchesLocated above Mandraki, the Monastery of Agia Triada (Holy Trinity) was founded in 1704. It is constructed according to the monastic style of simple and austere architecture.
Monastery of Agia Matrona
ChurchesThe Monastery of Agia Matrona is located above the bay of Mandraki and can be reached in an hour on foot from Hydra Town. It is found in close distance to the Monastery of Agia Triada.
Monastery of Agios Nikolaos
ChurchesThe Monastery of Agios Nikolaos is located above the bay of Mandraki and can be reached in an hour on foot from Mandraki. The katholikon has nice 16th century icons and frescoes.
Monastery of Zourvas
ChurchesThe Monastery of Theotokos Zourvas is located on the northern side of the island and can be reached through a difficult hiking path. The monastery is about 2 hours on foot from Hydra Town.