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SamosNorth Aegean island guide: villages, beaches & ferries
Green, mountainous island with sweet wine and the birthplace of Pythagoras.
- Ferry
- From Piraeus 9–12h
- Villages
- 4
- Beaches
- 2
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Villages & towns
What to see
Beaches
Photos: Wikimedia Commons
Food
Restaurants in SamosSee menus and book a tableGetting there & around
From Piraeus 9–12h
Map
Common questions
How do I get to Samos?
From Piraeus 9–12h
Where should I stay on Samos?
Popular bases include Vathy, Pythagoreio, Kokkari, Manolates. Pick based on the beaches and ferry port you want close by.
What are the best things to do on Samos?
Highlights include Heraion of Samos, Tunnel of Eupalinos.
What are the best beaches on Samos?
Well-known beaches include Tsamadou, Potami. On windy days, choose a beach on the side facing away from the wind.
Can ferries to Samos 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 Samos?
Other islands in the North Aegean include Lesvos, Chios, Ikaria, Lemnos, Thassos. Check the island-hopping tool to see which ones have direct ferries.
Is Samos in the North Aegean?
Yes. Samos is part of the North Aegean island group in Greece.
Guides about Samos
Photos from Wikimedia Commons. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Lists are highlights, not every place on the island.