What to see, what to do NorThern Islands Of The Aegean Sea?
The 10 good reasons to go NorThern Islands Of The Aegean Sea
Away from the crowds
Except for Skiathos and Samos, the North Aegean is largely preserved from mass tourism.
A thousand-year-old history
The artistic and cultural heritage of the North Aegean is immense: history is everywhere.
A majestic land
The North Aegean is rich in splendid nature, for a vacation turned to the earth.
Clean and beautiful beaches
The beaches of these islands, diverse and with clear waters, have kept their wild beauty.
A varied destination
Mosaic of landscapes and atmospheres: the discovery of the North Aegean islands seems endless.
A water sports paradise
Diving in Alonissos, windsurfing in Samos, kitesurfing in Lemnos... and, everywhere, sailing.
Sun and climate of the olive tree
The sun will not fail you: the North Aegean enjoys an optimal sunshine.
The everyday party
Any occasion is good to dance and listen to music while drinking a local ouzo.
The filoxenia
The people of the North Aegean can be proud of their legendary hospitality, which continues to this day.
The pleasures of the table
Each island has its own specialties rooted in a solid tradition of good food.
What to visit NorThern Islands Of The Aegean Sea?
Good to know to visit NorThern Islands Of The Aegean Sea
Timetable
Schedules are a constant source of anxiety for authors of guidebooks on Greece: they change constantly, sometimes several times a year, often they don't even really exist. One thing to remember: stay flexible! A museum that is closed during opening hours is commonplace, especially on islands where crowds are limited and in times of budget constraints. So, take your chances with the indications given in this guide or call before you come: it will be safer! During the off-season, assume that the minor sites and museums are closed, but if you find the right person, you may be given the keys..
Budget & Tips
Entrance fees to sites and museums are usually limited to a few euros, although tickets have increased in the last two years. In many cultural places, admission is free: a donation is always welcome in this case. Finally, there are discounts for young people and senior citizens of the EU, which can be claimed with proof of identity.
Guided tours
On the most touristic islands of the North Aegean, some major sites or tourist offices offer thematic tours either self-guided or with a guide. This being said, most of the time the municipalities of the islands do not propose anything. Too isolated, too little visited, too poor...: the reasons are numerous. Hotels and private individuals organize private tours, but your best option will be to ask around, at the café, at the tavern, to hear the stories of the places you have visited. On the other hand, you will often find local boats that offer excursions to the surrounding islets or to coves that are inaccessible by land.
Smokers
All outdoor public spaces are smoke-free, including parks, beaches, and even some open-air archaeological sites. On the other hand, the interior of museums, churches, monasteries and major archaeological sites are non-smoking. Please respect the place and do not throw your cigarette butts on the ground. Be particularly careful in summer, a fire is too quickly gone..
What's very local
It is necessary to plan a correct dress to visit the numerous monasteries and churches of the North Aegean: one will obviously not go there in a bikini, and too short or too low-cut clothes are to be banished. At the entrance of some particularly important religious sites, such as the monastery of Nea Moni in Chios or the monastery of the Archangel Michael in Thassos, long cloths are available to cover shoulders and legs.
