Syros Island combines culture, entertainment, and religion in the most harmonious way. It used to be one of the most significant islands in Cycladic civilization. From the cosmopolitan grace of Ermoupoli and the mix of medieval and Cycladic charm in Ano Syros to the traditional villages and settlements scattered throughout the island, as well as the rugged beauty of Apano Meria in the north, every day you spend in Syros will be different. Nowadays, the island is world-renowned for its rich cultural traditions, with events that take place in Ermoupoli, such as the International Classical Music Festival of Cyclades, Animasyros International Animation Festival, and Ermoupoleia Cultural Festival, which offer a range of options for every visitor to experience.
Syros is one of the most fascinating and welcoming Greek islands. It features both Orthodox and Catholic churches and is one of the few places in the world where Easter is always celebrated on the same day. The island offers a wide variety of sea activities and beautiful beaches to enjoy, as well as a rich and delicious cuisine. The famous halvadopita (nougat pie), loukoumia—small cubes made from a mixture of sugar, water, and starch, offered in various scents and flavors—the cold meats louza and maratholoukanika, and the PDO cheese San Michali will tempt even the most discerning palate.
How to get to Syros
You can travel to and from Syros by boat or airplane. Flights from Athens to Syros take 35min and are conducted by Sky Express Airlines.
By Air
There are several flights from Athens. The airline company is the Sky Express. Check out their websites for special prices especially if you book early.
Please make sure that you have pre-booked your taxi pick up from the airport. You can contact HERMES TAXI SYROS TEL.: (+30) 22810 80000, (+30) 22810 84222 or SYROS TAXI TEL.: (+30) 22810 88222 or arrange it via a transfer application.
By Sea
Boats from Pireaus to Syros depart multiple times daily, both speedboats (2h 20m) and standard ones (3h 50m).
For ticket reservations and bookings, please timely contact, at least 7 working days ahead of your departure, Vassilikos Premium Services travel agency in Syros (tel.+30 22810-84444, mailbox@vassilikos.gr) or Giovanti Travel Agency in Pireaus ( tel.+30 210-4119171, reservations@giovanti.gr).
Reservations can also be made via email in which case you will be given a code to check-in and issue your ticket.
For reservations and bookings held on the day of departure the TBA discount cannot be applied.
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