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KythnosCyclades island guide: villages, beaches & ferries
Quiet island with hot springs and a famous sandbar beach.
- Ferry
- From Piraeus or Lavrio 1.5–3h
- Villages
- 2
- Beaches
- 2
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Villages & towns
What to see
Beaches
Photos: Wikimedia Commons
Food
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From Piraeus or Lavrio 1.5–3h
Map
Common questions
How do I get to Kythnos?
From Piraeus or Lavrio 1.5–3h
Where should I stay on Kythnos?
Popular bases include Chora, Dryopida. Pick based on the beaches and ferry port you want close by.
What are the best things to do on Kythnos?
Highlights include Katafyki Cave.
What are the best beaches on Kythnos?
Well-known beaches include Kolona, Episkopi. On windy days, choose a beach on the side facing away from the wind.
Can ferries to Kythnos 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 Kythnos?
Other islands in the Cyclades include Santorini, Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Antiparos. Check the island-hopping tool to see which ones have direct ferries.
Is Kythnos in the Cyclades?
Yes. Kythnos is part of the Cyclades island group in Greece.
Guides about Kythnos
Photos from Wikimedia Commons. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Lists are highlights, not every place on the island.