Her little island Astypalea in the shape of a butterfly is one of the most beautiful seaside Resorts you can visit in the island complex of Dodecanese. It has successfully maintained a peaceful atmosphere and has not turned into a busy tourist resort. Its unorganized beaches are truly amazing and another interesting fact about the island is that its settlements have a Cycladic style of architecture.
For your trip to Astypalea, we provide small travel guide to know more about the island! You'll find information on things to do, attractions you can visit, beaches worth swimming, hotels, restaurants and more
The island's airport serves only domestic flights from Athena the summer. The best way to reach Astypalaia is by ferry from Athena (port of Piraeus) and other Aegean islands such as Naxos, Paros, Kos, Amorgos, Kalymnos and other.
The Venetian Castle of Astypalaia is located on a hill above Chora. The castle walls are well preserved to this day, but the structures inside the walls are mostly damaged. The Venetian castle is an important factor for the history of the island as well as its tourism.
The Mythical Cave of the Dragon is a wonderful natural attraction. The cave is decorated with impressive stalactites and stalagmites of different colors. Dragon's Cave was associated in ancient times with pirate raids as it was believed to be a place where pirates hid their treasures.
The Monastery of Agios Ioannis is located 12 km west of Chora. It is nestled between two steep slopes and has a fantastic view of the Ktenia islets, Ponticoussa and Ofidous. The monastery stands on a hill next to an old castle. The gardens and streams below the church enhance the beauty of the landscape even more.
Below the central Castle of Chora is the church of Panagia Portaitissa. This picturesque church is all white and is considered one of the most beautiful in the Dodecanese. The church was built in the mid-18th century and next to it there is a small ecclesiastical collection of old icons.
Join this yacht cruise to the island of Astypalaia and spend a day full of sun, sea and fun at the most beautiful beach spots of the island
Some beaches of Astypalaia are easily accessible. while you have to take the bus to go to some others, which are isolated and frequented by nudists. The most popular beaches of Astypalaia are Pera Gialos, Agios Konstantinos and Livadia
Fresh seafood is accompanied on the menu with a tasty selection of pasta, risotto, the traditional fish soup and the classic summer "snacks", combined with local products, like "Chlori" cheese, "Pooja", nuts from the local bakery. , spices and herbs.
A bar on the beautiful Chora of Astypalea. One of the most beautiful bars of the Aegean that extends on different levels like the walls of the castle. From its beginnings 1990 occupies a position at the top, anyway, famous night Astypalaia, both with the Tholaria and with the view of the sunrise from the sea in the wonderful courtyards. The beauty of the rare, popular cocktail, mixing exotic materials and special music, make the Castro bar an integral part of Astypalaia.
