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The island of Poros is in the Saronic Gulf, southeast of Greece. It is a very good opportunity to spend a weekend if you are in Athens.
Poros is made up of two different islands called Kalavria (the largest) and Spheria (the smaller one, in which the center is located and which is of volcanic origin). Both are linked by a bridge.
The island in total has about 4,000 inhabitants and its landscape is characterized by its extensive vegetation, temperate climate, and mountainous soil.
The main city, homonymous, was built on a hill and its port has direct access to Athens and nearby islands, such as Aegina or Hydra.
Among the main attractions of the island of Poros, we can mention the Clock Tower, the Temple of Poseidon, the Forest of Lemon Trees, and the Archaeological Museum of Poros. You also cannot miss its beautiful beaches, such as Love Bay and Kanali Beach.
If you plan to travel to Poros, we recommend that you explore the island on foot or by bicycle. During the summer season, vehicles are not allowed on the island.
Greek gastronomy stands out internationally for its mixture of Mediterranean flavors, where the famous Greek olive oil is used. From the Greek breakfast to local products, are some of the specialties that you will try on your trip. We recommend traditional Greek dishes like the spanakopita pie filled with spinach and feta cheese.
Most of the beaches on the island of Poros have restaurants of gastronomic excellence around them, with spectacular views of the sea. We mention some of them: Poseidon Restaurant, Taverna Garden, Askeli Resto, Panorama Resto, Apagio Taverna, among others.
If you are wondering where to shop on Poros Island, you should know that the center has a wide variety of shops selling everything from fashion items to traditional Greek attire, jewelry, ceramics, fabrics, and more. We name some of these complexes for you to take into account.
The best months to visit Poros Island are April, May, June, September, and October when the weather is warm but bearable. You can visit the sea of the Saronic Gulf without suffering from high temperatures.