Samos Towns
The towns, villages and resorts of Samos offer a vast diversity of experiences from sleepy hamlet villages to the bustle of the island capital of Samos Town there is something to suit all needs.
Beach resorts such as Kambos(Voltsalakia),Limnionas and Psili Amos offer a paradise matching any carribean island, with Pythagorion and Kokkari offering beautiful marina side cafe's and tavernas with a mixture of new, and ancient architecture to please the eye, shopping in Karlovasi and Samos is a must for all bargain hunters.
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- Agios Konstantinos.
- Ampelos.
- Balos is a relaxed and quiet village located down a winding road off the main road to Pythagorion from Kambos. An authentic greek taverna and a couple of small b&B establishments make up this largely residential village. But it is the seashore that marks this as a must see on Samos. The beach is shingle and a small number of sunbeds are available. The perfect place to relax and unwind whilst dreaming of being Shirley Valentine!
- Chora.
- Drakei.
- Ireon.
- Kambos is found to the south of the island located at the foot of mount kerkis. A 2km long sand/shingle beach with crystal blue waters perfect for bathing is found here. A quiet resort with all the facilities you would expect from a perfect holiday destination.
- Karlovasi. Karvolasi enjoys a wonderful position located approximately 30 kilometres from Samos Town. The resort boasts a long sandy beach and offers many watersports a good selection of tavernas and cafes.
- Kerveli.
- Klima.
- Kokkari is a favourite with windsurfers, Kokkari has a wonderful pebbled beach which lies in front of the resort itself. Lined with tavernas and bars this is a popular resort with a good number of hotels and apartments.
- Lemonakia.
- Limnionas.
- Manolates.
- Marathakambos.
- Mitilini.
- Ormos is a pretty fishing village located aproximatly 1 mile from Kambos. Here you will find a small selection of traditional tavernas offering great seafood dishes along with all many of other Greek and International fayre. A great spot to try your hand at fishing yourself and boat trips can be organised from here.
- Pagadonas.
- Pefkos.
- Pirgos.
- Platanos.
- Posidono.
- Potami.
- Psili Amos is rated by many as the best beach on the island, Psili Amos is very picturesque if not a little buys at times. A lovely place to relax and unwind. Sunbeds are in ample supply and there are a number of cafes and tavernas dotted around the side of the beach which is soft and golden. The sea here is shallow and is a safe place to swim. Well worth a visit.
- Pythagorion was the capital of Samos until the 19th century and is now a vibrant harbour town. Featuring a long harbourside with many fishing boats in harbour. There are tavernas and hotels along the edge of the harbour and it is possible to sit back with a long cool drink and people watch.
- Samos Town is the capitol of Samos Island, typically Greek it is the centre of commerce. Samos town is a vibrant port with many ships in harbour, this is also the place to catch the many ferries available to other Greek islands. Home of the islands Archaeology Museum, the town of Samos, also known as Vathi has a rich blend of old and new. Visit the old quarter for a trip into the past. Ample car parking is available here and you will find many tavernas, bars and the best shopping on the island.
- Sideras.
- Spatherei.
- Tsabou.
- Vathi.
- Voltsalakia.
- Vorliotes.
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Samos Highlights
Best for shopping
Samos Town is the capital town of Samos, it's a bustling administrative centre, a busy port and the home to the some of best shopping on the island.
Best for relaxed long lazy seaside luches.
Ireon with so many places to sit, relax and enjoy a long lazy lunch in Samos, its hard to pick the best, Ireon is one of these.
Best Beaches
Psili Amos is regarded by many as the prime beach in Samos a long golden stretch of sand with crisp, warm blue waters.
Best Cafe's
Kokkari offers some of the most sophisticated beachside and harbourside cafe's in Samos.
Archeaological Sites
Pythagorian is rich is historical attractions from the Temple of Hera, Pythagoras Castle and the famos Samos Acqueduct.