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Destination	Distance (approx.)	Duration (approx.)
Pythagorio	4 km	12 min
Votsalakia	42 km	50 min
Kokkari	26 km	37 min
Karlovasi	47 km	56 min
Samos Town	16 km	22 min

Do & See

Tunnel of Eupalinos

Perhaps the greatest testament to the scientific genius of Samos\u0027 golden-age citizens, the 1,034-metre-long Tunnel of Eupalinos was an aqueduct and service tunnel built beginning in 524 BC. This ...

address:Pythagoreio, Samos

phone: +30 22730 61400

website: www.eupalinos-tunnel.gr

Do & See

The Heraion

Though today only some ruins remain, this temple dedicated to the goddess Hera (and built in the 6th century BC on the site where according to she was born) was once four times the size of the Parthen...

address:Ireon, Samos

phone: +30 22730 95277

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Castle of Lykourgos Logothetis

The Castle of Lykourgos Logothetis (named after a resistance leader of the War of Independece), dating back to 1824, imposingly overlooks the bay at Pythagoreio. Visitors are free to explore the remna...

address:Pythagoreio, Samos

website: www.greeka.com/eastern_aegean/samos/samos-excursions/samos-logothetis-castle.htm

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Archaeological Museum

This impressive museum showcases ancient archaeological artifacts dating back as far as the 6th century BC. The highlights include ceramics, bronze sculptures and statues, including an enormous 5 and ...

address:Vathy, Samos

phone: +30 22730 27469

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Monastery of Panagia Spiliani

A short distance from the city of Pythagoreion, atop a hill with wonderful views of the surrounding area and coast, lies the Monastery of Panagia Spiliani. As if the views and the quaint monastery wer...

address:Pythagoreio, Samos

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Potami Waterfalls

If one ventures to the northwest of the island, through forest paths of green and mud, it is possible to find the beautiful Potami Waterfalls, a popular and picturesque swimming hole hidden among larg...

address:Karlovasi, Samos

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Cave of Pythagoras

Greek philosopher and thinker Pythagoras is perhaps the most famous son of Samos, and it is possible to visit his caves on Mount Kerkis. The larger of the two caves was used as a classroom for his stu...

address:Mount Kerkis, Marathokampos, Votsalakia, Samos

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Samos Wine Museum

This is a small and rather basic museum, but its exhibits are beautiful and the whole place has a pleasant rustic ambiance. Learn about the wine-production process and admire the interesting contrapti...

address:Malagari, Vathy, Samos

phone: +30 2273 087511

website: www.samoswine.gr

Dining

Stella

Down a narrow winding path from Balos Beach lies Stella, a restaurant that serves beautifully presented and expertly prepared specialties from Cyprus. The area is green and refreshing, and the traditi...

address:Balos Beach, Ormos Koumeikon, Samos

phone: +30 694 753 5325

Dining

Lakis Restaurant

Fabulous Greek cuisine is served at this no-frills restaurant in Pythagoreion. Prices are very reasonable, and the warm and welcoming staff is very generous with their free desserts and ouzo. Seafood ...

address:Pythagoreio, Samos

phone: +30 2273 061252

Dining

Casa di Roma

Casa di Roma, located in the picturesque Pythagoreion harbour, is a popular Italian restaurant that specialises in Mediterranean dishes, as well as pasta and pizza. Be sure to also try the wonderful d...

address:Pythagoreio, Samos

phone: +30 2273 062962

website: casadiroma.manifo.com

Dining

Elia Restaurant

With a prime location right by the beach in the Port of Pythagoreion, Elia Restaurant has a passion for creating unique flavours in all of their dishes, which range from Greek and Mediterranean and se...

address:Port of Pythagoreio, Samos

phone: +30 2273 061436

website: www.eliarestaurant-samos.gr

Dining

The Steps

The Steps boasts what is perhaps the best mealtime view in the Vathy area. Guests can gorge themselves on tasty mezes, refreshing salads and Mediterranean specialties from the restaurant\u0027s wonder...

address:2 Pavlou Kountourioti, Vathy

phone: +30 2273 028639

Dining

Taverna Garden

Taverna Garden in Vathy boasts atmosphere and personality. Seating is in a walled court yard with refreshing shade provided by greenery. There is often live traditional music and the staff has been kn...

address:Kalomiri, Samos

phone: +30 2273 024033

Dining

Verghina Beach Bar and Restaurant

Just north of Vathy, perfectly situates on an idyllic beach, lies Verghina, a bar and restaurant where you can easily spend a whole day alternating back and forth between the waves, the sand, the sunb...

address:Vathy, Samos

phone: +30 2273 080057

website: www.in-samos.com/el/company/estiatorio-verghina/

Dining

Nick the Greek

Claimed by some to be the best restaurant on the island, Nick the Greek has it all: perfect location, warm service, delicious food, and a heaps of personality. The titular Nick never fails to serve up...

address:Kampos Marathokampou, Samos

phone: +30 2273 037261

Dining

Chesters on the Beach

Chesters is the perfect chillout place to spend a lazy day eating and drinking at the beach in the southwest part of the island. The food is lovely, the drinks are cold, and the view on the sea is stu...

address:Kampos Marathokampou, Samos

phone: +30 2273 037656

Dining

Aelio Bistro Cafe

Samos\u0027 north coast also boasts some extremely fine eateries, including Aelio Bistro Cafe. The breezy sea view is almost unreal, as are the fabulous desserts, rich fondue and colourful cocktails. ...

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 2273 092898

Dining

Basilico

Basilico is an Italian restaurant and Pizzeria that has one of the dreamiest settings in Kokkari, overlooking the tranquil bay. Italian specialties are on offer, from pasta and pizza to fabulous gnocc...

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 2273 092625

Dining

Restaurant Poseidon

Poseidon is an ideally located hotel and restaurant, just 2 minutes from the Kokkari bay and 15 minutes away from Vathy. Named after the mythical god of the sea, Poseidon offers, as one might expect, ...

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 697 411 5176

website: www.poseidon-kokkari.gr

Dining

Meltemi Restaurant

Another fabulous restaurant with a superb location right on the Kokkari beach. It is a traditional Greek family restaurant that offers some of the freshest seafood on the island, as well as other Gree...

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 2273 092586

website: www.restaurant-meltemi.gr

Dining

To Kyma

This restaurant is a bit further afield than most, in the small town of Ireion, but the journey is worth it. The chefs at To Kyma always produce innovative dishes from their varied menu and have no tr...

address:Ireion, Samos

phone: +30 2273 095319

Dining

Dionysos Restaurant

Located on the main road in the city of Pythagoreion, this restaurant is named after the mythical Greek god of wine and viniculture. It is a modern but cosy place that serves some fabulous Mediterrane...

address:Likourgou Logotheti, Pythagoreio, Samos

phone: +30 693 796 6412

website: www.dionysos-restaurant.gr

Cafes

Two Spoons

Two Spoons offers what is perhaps the best coffee on Samos, their staff serving expertly-prepared espressos, cappuccinos and lattes. But the star of the show at Two Spoons is without a doubt the enorm...

address:Melissou, Remataki Beach, Pythagoreion

phone: +30 227 306 2336

Cafes

Aelio Bistro Cafe

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 2273 092898

Cafes

Koursaros Cafe

Koursaros Cafe, located on the southern coast of the island, defines itself as a sports cafe, cocktail bar and beer centre. Besides their premium coffee, be sure to cool off on a hot day with one of t...

address:Ormos Marathokampou, Samos

phone: +30 697 824 7095

Cafes

Corner Bar

Corner Bar is something of an institution in Samos. It was established all the way back in 1938 and remains a popular place among both locals and tourists. They keep customers coming back by serving f...

address:Lykourgou Logotheti, Pythagoreio, Samos

phone: +30 2273 062153

Cafes

Poquito Cafe-Bar

Enjoy your morning coffee with the sea breeze brushing your skin on the outdoor terrace of Poquito Cafe-Bar. This beach-side cafe serves fantastic lattes and cappuccinos in an idyllic setting on Samos...

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 2273 092205

Cafes

Kalimera Cafe

With a great location by Kokkari bay, Kalimera Cafe is a coffee house by day and a bar by night. The outdoor courtyard, with its cobblestone setting, is quaint and welcoming, inviting guests to linger...

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 2273 092876

Cafes

Iera Odos Art Cafe-Bar

Iera Odos is one of the island\u0027s classiest establishments, attracting an erudite crowd with its sophisticated vibe, art events and live music. Guests can enjoy their drinks on the balcony or in t...

address:Lykourgos Logothetis (Bus Station), Pythagoreio, Samos

phone: +30 2273 061091

website: ieraodoscafebistro.blogspot.se

Cafes

Cafe Del Mar

Cafe del Mar is an elegant and cosy beach-side cafe where guests lay in comfortable lounge chairs as they sip their drinks and admire the sunset. You can complement your coffee, tea or cocktail with a...

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 2273 092779

Cafes

Face Cafe-Bar

Another great cafe-bar located right on the Kokkari bay, Face Cafe-Bar has the view, the ambiance, the personality and the colourful drinks, everything one needs to enjoy an afternoon coffee or evenin...

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 2273 092575

Cafes

Perri Orekseos

A quaint cafe on the main street of Pythagoreion, Perri Orekseos is one of the best places to have breakfast on the whole island. Their homemade products stand out, like their pies and decadent desser...

address:Polykrati, Lykourgou Logotheti, Pythagoreio, Samos

phone: +30 2273 062990

website: www.perriorekseos.com/index-filer/Page666.htm

Cafes

Line Creperie Beach Cafe

Line Creperie Beach Cafe is another beach-side establishment located at Kokkari beach. Sunbeds are free to use with the purchase of a meal, so many customers like to spend the whole afternoon lying in...

address:Ammos Beach, Kokkári, Samos

phone: +30 694 414 3985

Cafes

Solid Espresso Bar

Solid Espresso Bar is a modern, sleek and hip coffee house that attracts young and fashionable crowds. It has been described a place for "real coffee lovers", taking pride in its expertly prepared cof...

address:43 Sofouli Themistokli, Vathy

phone: +30 69728 05105

Cafes

Cavos Cafe Bar

Cavos Cafe Bar is as good for coffee as it is for late night drinks or an afternoon snack. Visitors find something to their liking at any time of day. Ideally located with a great view of the Kokkari ...

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 22730 92426

website: cavos.kokkari.biz

Bars & Nightlife

Verghina Beach Bar and Restaurant

address:Vathy, Samos

phone: +30 2273 080057

website: www.in-samos.com/el/company/estiatorio-verghina/

Bars & Nightlife

Koursaros Cafe

address:Ormos Marathokampou, Samos

phone: +30 697 824 7095

Bars & Nightlife

Corner Bar

address:Lykourgou Logotheti, Pythagoreion, Samos

phone: +30 2273 062153

Bars & Nightlife

Poquito Cafe-Bar

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 2273 092205

Bars & Nightlife

Iera Odos Art Cafe-Bar

address:Lykourgos Logothetis (Bus Station), Pythagoreion, Samos

phone: +30 2273 061091

website: ieraodoscafebistro.blogspot.se

Bars & Nightlife

Face Cafe-Bar

Another bar located right on the Kokkari bay, Face Cafe-Bar has the view, the ambiance, the personality and the colourful drinks, everything one needs to enjoy an afternoon coffee or evening cocktail.

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 2273 092575

Bars & Nightlife

Cavos Cafe Bar

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 22730 92426

website: cavos.kokkari.biz

Bars & Nightlife

Gregory\u0027s Bar

Gregory\u0027s is an all-day cafe and bar in the port of Pythagoreio. Visitors can have waffles in the morning, coffee after lunch, fresh fruit juices or ice cream in the afternoon, and end the night ...

address:Logotheti Likourgou, Pythagoreio Port, Samos

phone: +30 69 4417 0101

website: www.in-samos.com/company/gregorys-bar/

Bars & Nightlife

Boa Vista

Boa is a Vista music cocktail bar that always keeps the crowd in the mood for a party with their frequent themed nights, such as Latin dance night or Greek night, sometimes including live music. You c...

address:Kokkari, Samos

phone: +30 697 689 6055

Bars & Nightlife

Escape Music Club

Escape Music Club claims to have "the most beautiful balcony of the Aegean," and that may not be an exaggeration. The breezy terrace hangs directly over the water, allowing guests to enjoy both the su...

address:Kefalopoulou 9, Vathy, Samos

phone: +30 2273 028345

Bars & Nightlife

Wave Bar

Wave Bar is part of the Hotel Katerina, conveniently located right by the airport and just a stone\u0027s throw away from the beach. It is a simple and low-key establishment that serves refreshing dri...

address:Potokaki, Samos

phone: +30 2273 061963

Bars & Nightlife

Summertime Bar

Bright, breezy Summertime Bar in Pythagoreion is great for an afternoon drink by the bay. Portraits of Elvis and Marilyn Monroe cover the walls, watching over visitors as they enjoy fruity drinks and ...

address:Pythagoreio, Samos

phone: +30 22730 62191

website: www.summertime.bar

Bars & Nightlife

En Plo Bar

En Plo makes the island\u0027s best cocktails, specialising in martinis and mojitos, combining high-quality ingredients with fine branded spirits. Guests are invited to create their own concoctions by...

address:Pythagoreio, Samos

phone: +30 2273 061700

website: ww.tzortzisbar.wixsite.com/tzobar

Bars & Nightlife

Mezza Volta

Mezza Volta in Vathy is perhaps the best place on the island to dance. Their themed nights, which include 70s, 80s and 90s nights, as well as latin dancing nights, are particularly popular.

address:Vathy, Samos

phone: +30 698 577 1819

Bars & Nightlife

My House

My house is a modern and vibrant cafe-bar that boasts one of the best views of the Vathy bay area from its large rooftop terrace. The facilities are sleek and elegant, and young, hip crowds gather her...

address:Sofouli 63, Vathy, Samos

phone: +30 2273 080150

website: www.myhouse.bar

Shopping

Kallisti Gallery

Kallisti Gallery showcases the best of contemporary art and home decor from Greek designers and artists, including hand-made gold and silver jewels and art objects, intricate sculptures and glass-work...

address:Lykourgos Logothetis 55, Pythagoreio, Samos

phone: +30 22730 62155

website: www.kallisti-gallery.com

Shopping

Join Greek Art

Join Greek Art could technically be called a souvenir shop, as it sells Greek-themed T-shirts and knick-knacks, as well as jewellery and other accessories, but far from being tacky, everything on offe...

address:59 Logotheti Likourgou, Pythagoreio, Samos

phone: +30 22730 61313

website: www.joingreekart.com

Shopping

Rumiana\u0027s Art

Rumiana\u0027s Art is another top art and craft shop in Vathy, specialising in handmade ceramics and jewellery. Other items include carpets, textiles and selected clothes and accessories.

address:17 Kapetan Stamati, Vathy, Samos

phone: +30 6907 300 037

Shopping

Chrysotheque Design Jewellery

The one-of-a-kind handmade jewellery found at Chrysotheque is simplistic in form, but extravagant in colour. The precious stones have been gathered over many years from all around the world, including...

address:L Logotheti and Paralia, Pythagoreio, Samos

phone: +30 2273 062513

website: www.chrysotheque.com

Shopping

Pink Woman Samos

Pink Woman is a very popular clothing retail chain that can be found at numerous locations across the country. The items found here are youthful and modern, making it especially frequented by young wo...

address:Sofouli 106, Vathy, Samos

phone: +30 2273 080151

website: www.pinkwoman-fashion.com/

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