iLoveIsland · Saronic
HydraSaronic island guide: villages, beaches & ferries
Car-free island: stone mansions, donkeys and swimming off the rocks.
- Ferry
- From Piraeus about 2h
- Villages
- 2
- Beaches
- 3
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Villages & towns
What to see
Beaches
Photos: Wikimedia Commons
Food
Restaurants in HydraSee menus and book a tableGetting there & around
From Piraeus about 2h
Map
Common questions
How do I get to Hydra?
From Piraeus about 2h
Where should I stay on Hydra?
Popular bases include Hydra Town, Kamini. Pick based on the beaches and ferry port you want close by.
What are the best things to do on Hydra?
Highlights include Historical Archives Museum.
What are the best beaches on Hydra?
Well-known beaches include Spilia, Bisti, Vlychos. On windy days, choose a beach on the side facing away from the wind.
Is there Uber or taxis on Hydra?
Uber does not operate on Hydra; use the local taxis. No cars at all! Water taxis from the harbour, or donkeys for luggage.
Which islands are near Hydra?
Other islands in the Saronic include Aegina, Agistri, Poros, Spetses. Check the island-hopping tool to see which ones have direct ferries.
Is Hydra in the Saronic?
Yes. Hydra is part of the Saronic island group in Greece.
Guides about Hydra
Photos from Wikimedia Commons. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Lists are highlights, not every place on the island.