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KeaCyclades island guide: villages, beaches & ferries
Closest Cycladic island to Athens — oak forests, hiking, weekend escape.
- Ferry
- From Lavrio about 1h
- Villages
- 2
- Beaches
- 2
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Villages & towns
What to see
Beaches
Photos: Wikimedia Commons
Food
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From Lavrio about 1h
Map
Common questions
How do I get to Kea?
From Lavrio about 1h
Where should I stay on Kea?
Popular bases include Ioulida, Korissia. Pick based on the beaches and ferry port you want close by.
What are the best things to do on Kea?
Highlights include Lion of Kea.
What are the best beaches on Kea?
Well-known beaches include Koundouros, Otzias. On windy days, choose a beach on the side facing away from the wind.
Can ferries to Kea be cancelled because of wind?
Yes, it can happen. Strong north winds (the meltemi, mostly July and August) can delay or cancel sailings, smaller fast boats first. Check the wind forecast for your travel day and confirm with your ferry company or the port authority before leaving.
Which islands are near Kea?
Other islands in the Cyclades include Santorini, Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Antiparos. Check the island-hopping tool to see which ones have direct ferries.
Is Kea in the Cyclades?
Yes. Kea is part of the Cyclades island group in Greece.
Guides about Kea
Photos from Wikimedia Commons. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Lists are highlights, not every place on the island.