South Aegean Travel Guide

Greek Islands

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A coastal town at night with illuminated buildings, a clear view of the sea, and a prominent white building with a conical roof.
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Popular cities in South Aegean

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Santorini
Known for Islands, Sunsets and Sea
You won’t likely find a more perfect site for a Mediterranean holiday than Santorini, with the hospitality of its residents, flavours of its healthy foods and inspiring mix of history and nature.

Reasons to visit

  • Kamari Beach
  • Athinios Port
  • Oia Blue Dome Church Viewpoint
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A clear beach with turquoise water, a sandy shore, and buildings in the background.
Rhodes
Known for Beaches, Historical and Family-friendly
The ruins of ancient civilizations stand at every turn in the namesake city on the spectacular Greek island of Rhodes, where the modern and the historic blend seamlessly together.

Reasons to visit

  • Lindos Beach
  • Tsambika Beach
  • Pefkos Beach
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A coastal town with white buildings, a windmill, and a beach with people.
Mykonos
Known for Beaches, Islands and Bars
The typical whitewashed buildings that sharply contrast with the vivid blue sea is a classic Greek island image. Mykonos is crammed with this traditional scenery that now houses stylish bars, upscale hotels and atmospheric nightclubs.

Reasons to visit

  • Delos
  • Mykonos New Port
  • Ornos Beach
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Paros
Known for Beaches, Ports and Islands
Explore relaxing Paros: its beaches, cafes, monuments and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Port of Parikia
  • Golden Beach
  • Aliki Beach
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A coastal town with a prominent white building with a clock tower, palm trees, and a historic stone wall.
Kos
Known for Beaches, Family-friendly and Islands
This island town impresses with magnificent Roman and Ottoman ruins, Hellenistic artifacts and medieval architecture.

Reasons to visit

  • Kos Castle
  • Tree of Hippocrates
  • Therma Beach
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A coastal town with white buildings, boats, and a clear blue sky.
Naxos
Known for Beaches, Islands and Tours
Explore Naxos: its beaches, sailing, sightseeing and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Naxos Kastro
  • Port of Koufonisia
  • The Portara
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Stay near popular South Aegean attractions

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Rhodes Port

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Sightsee ancient windmills, dine at waterfront restaurants and shop for fresh produce at the principal seaport of Rhodes.
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