Syros
It is definitely an island which has a lot to offer to its visitors. Syros, this beautiful Cycladic island, offers everything you can imagine for your holidays and even more. It is an island with nobility, full with museums and attractions, which you really have to visit. Moreover, the countless beaches of Syros are for all tastes. There are cosmopolitan ones, organized ones, remote and quiet beaches, with sand or pebbles, and beaches where you can do numerous sea sports. Some of the most known beaches are Agathopes, Galissas, Achladi and Megas Gialos. You can explore the natural beauties of the island and visit the attractions of Syros, such as the City Hall, the Library, the Gallery, the Archaeological Museum and the Miaouli Square. You will find several hotels and rooms to rent, which offer an excellent stay, while at the restaurants and taverns you will taste extraordinary local food and nice wines. Taste, also, the pastry made on the island and the dairy products. In the night in Siros you can enjoy your dinner at some traditional tavern, visit some of the several bars and clubs to dance and sing till daylight and for those who wish to try their luck, there is the Syros Casino, which opens its doors to visitors. The only certainty is, that no matter what you decide to do during your holidays in Syros, you will have an amazing time. If you too want to spend unforgettable holidays in Syros, book your ferry tickets now.
The Syros Port
You can easily and comfortably travel by a ferry from Piraeus, Rafina and the surrounding islands to Syros. You can also book your ferry tickets online via aktoploika.gr for a more comfortable and carefree journey. The journey from Piraeus to Syros takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes on a conventional ferry and about 2 hours on a speedboat. In the summer there are also ferry itineraries from Rafina and the journey lasts about 4 hours. The port and the capital of Syros, Ermoupoli, with its class and greatness, will enchant you at first sight. The stately houses, the City Hall, the Apollo Theater as well as its tourist infrastructure make it a true jewel.
Connection With Other Islands
Syros has a ferry connection with the following ports: Piraeus (Athens), Amorgos, Anafi, Andros, Astypalaia, Chios, Donoussa, Folegandros, Ios, Iraklia, Kea (Tzia), Kimolos, Kos, Koufonisia, Kythnos, Lavrio, Leros, Lesvos (Mytilini), Milos, Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Patmos, Rhodes, Santorini, Schinousa, Serifos, Sifnos, Sikinos, Thirassia, Tinos.
Ferry Tickets
You can now book ferry tickets online for Syros via Aktoploika.gr. If you plan to travel during July and August, it’s best if you have booked several days or weeks earlier to avoid hitches. You should also know that round-trip/return ferry tickets come with a considerable discount.
Transportation
Syros has got a very good transportation system which makes it an ideal destination for those who choose to use the island buses during their holidays. From very early in the morning till very late at night there are bus itineraries from and to Ermoupoli, the other provinces of Syros, the villages and the beaches. On your way out of the port, you will find the bus stop and the buses to transport you to your chosen destination. If you wish to travel faster, you can get on one of the taxis parked outside the port. The taxis and radio taxis of the island are always available. Syros has several car and motorbike rental agencies for those who wish to explore the island, the attractions and the beaches in their own vehicle. Bear in mind that Syros is busy island and if you have not made a reservation, you may find it difficult to rent a car or a motorbike, especially in the summer.
Useful links: Syros Hotels
Happy Holidays in Syros!!!