POROS TRAVEL GUIDE

Sitting in the heart of the Saronic Gulf, Poros is a little Aegean gem! And the best part is that a ferry ride from Athens to Poros lasts just an hour, making this island very easily accessible, thus an ideal destination for a quick weekend getaway!

Lush vegetation, beautiful little beaches, picturesque villages, and a vintage aura make Poros Greece a unique island to visit during your holidays in Greece. The first thing that will stand out to you as you approach Poros port by ferry, is its charming capital and the trademark of the island, the Poros Clock Tower. Built on a hillside, Poros Town is one of the most picturesque capitals of the Aegean sea islands. Poros town is the center of the island’s activity, as the array of traditional taverns and Poros restaurants located along its seafront promenade come alive when the sun goes down, attracting vacationers from all over the world!

Moving on to Poros beaches, their main asset is not their quantity, but quality! Nestled in tiny sandy coves and surrounded by lush vegetation, Poros beaches are easily accessible from Poros Town, either by car and bus or by little boats departing frequently from Poros port. Askeli, Love Bay and Neorio are the most popular organized Paros beaches, while you can also find more secluded beaches to enjoy your privacy along the island’s coastline!

Poros Greece is ideal for relaxing holidays in Greece, while its proximity to islands such as Aegina, Agistri, and Spetses makes it the perfect base for island hopping in Greece!

It’s time to make Poros your next holiday destination!

The most popular way to reach the island is by ferry. There are ferries to Poros from Piraeus port in Athens but also from other islands of the Saronic islands. The closest airport to Poros is in Athens. Poros can also be accessed by car from the Peloponnese.