Poros Travel Guide

 
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Things to Do  

General visit

General visit, Poros

 lina112 Says:  Poros is a bit further than Aegina, with a good connection to the Piraeus port. Pine forests around the beautiful beaches, the picturesque monastery of Zoodochous Pigis, as well as its narrow streets. 

Where to moor?

Where to moor?, Poros

 AndyRG Says:  The town of Poros is popular, especially between the Athenians who have yachts - or rent them.During the summer weekends, it will be difficult to find an empty space... 

Romance...

Romance..., Poros

 AndyRG Says:  This is the view of the port of Poros and the town of Galatas in the mainland from the clocktower.A romantic place, surely... 

The jewel of Poros

The jewel of Poros, Poros

 AndyRG Says:  The clocktower (built in 1927) is the first image of Poros, as it is located at the top of the hill in the centre of the town, among pine trees.It rises above the town of Poros and rings every hour. 

Night falls...

Night falls..., Poros

 AndyRG Says:  ...and Poros becomes even more fascinating, especially if you start walking in its narrow streets and observe everything around you... 

Double character

Double character, Poros

 AndyRG Says:  The town has a cosmopolitan and traditional colour at the same time.There are many taverns, cafeterias, tourist shops, bars next to the coast. 

How to become poor...

How to become poor..., Poros

 AndyRG Says:  It is a part of a house, in a neo-classical style. For "walking cameras" as me, Poros town is an ideal place to spend some films in a short time... 

More bread...

More bread..., Poros

 AndyRG Says:  These pigeons were waiting to have their meal too, small pieces of bread and cheesepie, next to the sea. 

Fishermen...

Fishermen..., Poros

 AndyRG Says:  I don't know why, but I'm jealous of them, their life sounds so quiet and peaceful to me, although it has its difficulties too.Maybe I was a fisherman in my previous life... 

Common colours...

Common colours..., Poros

 AndyRG Says:  This is one of the few two-floored houses of the town.Most of them are by the sea and big, in a neo-classical style. 

Model again...

Model again..., Poros

 AndyRG Says:  Sometimes Andreas leaves his weapon -the camera- and is being photograghed too.I think it would be better for him just to take pictures... 

So usual...

So usual..., Poros

 AndyRG Says:  Such pictures are common in any greek island, Poros couldn't be the exception.I wonder how postmen can find the right address all the time... 

The Archaeological Museum

The Archaeological Museum, Poros

 AndyRG Says:  It was constructed in 60's, located next to the sea. The museum is small and has two floors.The exhibits are objects from excavations in ancient Kalavria (the main part of the island) and Troizinia.Unfortunately (for me), pictures -even without flash- are not allowed... 

The opposite view

The opposite view, Poros

 AndyRG Says:  This is the view from the highest point of the town of Poros, the top of the hill where the clocktower stands... 

So close...

So close..., Poros

 AndyRG Says:  It is the view from Galatas, the little town in mainland. After 5' by ferries or sea taxis you are already in an island... 

Hotels  

New Aegli

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Hotels  

Poros Image Hotel: Great view of Poros Town

Poros Image Hotel: Great view of Poros Town, Poros

 londonbabe Says:  Make sure you get a room facing across to the town and the mainland.BUT beware the mosquitos - the hotel is surrounded by pine trees and unless you have a bug zapper plugged into a socket, you will be plagued! Lovely terrace restaurant with near 360 degree view across the... 

Transportation  

One day cruise

One day cruise, Poros

 lina112 Says:  It´s not exactly the one on the picture that i used to go to the cruise but it was ok, comfortable and the staff was very friendly and nice. It took aroun 1 hour from Pieras to Poros. Time to have a coffe, sleep, relax and taking photos before arrive to Poros. 

Ferry

Ferry, Poros

 grkboiler Says:  There are a few ferries daily between Poros and Piraeus. It takes almost 3 hours. There is also service between Aegina, Hydra, and Spetses.A hydrofoil runs between Poros and Piraeus a few times daily. This takes only 1 hour. You can also take a hydrofoil to Hydra and... 

Shopping  

Shopping, Shopping and Shopping
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lina112 911 reviews

Around Poro´s Harbour and on the beautiful streets you´ll find lots of shops where you find everything, souvenirs, shoes, books, jewelry, etc. They accept all credit cards, visa, american express, etc.

What to pay: All you want.

Written Jun 19, 2005

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