Photos of Hydra’s Animals
Animals, be they donkeys, dogs, cats, or livestock like sheep, goats, and chickens, are an integral part of daily life on Hydra Island Greece. For more information about animals and … Keep reading …
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Hydra Harbor, Town, and Villages (Videos)
Hydra Port
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Apply for EOT Licensing for Short-Term House Rentals
To legally rent your home for any period under three months to any single occupant (be it one or more individuals and … Keep reading …
An Important Note on Vacation & Holiday Rentals on Hydra
Vacation rentals are available year-round for periods of up to 3 months. Accommodation includes utility costs, as well as bath towels and bed linens. In general kitchens are fully equipped … Keep reading …
Castello Villa ◊ 1BR apartment or 2BR house to rent ◊ Hydra Harbor
Highlights: fabulous sea and sunset views from multiple balconies and terraces, close to the port with a very gentle walk, swimming and beaches nearby, air conditioning and heating Keep reading …
Villa Jason ◊ 2BR House ◊ Hydra Harbor
Highlights: stunning views of the Saronic, Peloponnese, and Hydra Town, charming, traditional ambiance Keep reading …
Boat Picnics
Pack a picnic and hire a traditional fishing boat, or caique, and take a trip around Hydra Island, stopping at various secluded bays to swim in sparkling blue waters. Or … Keep reading …
Off-Island Excursions
Use Hydra as your base to visit the various points of cultural and historical interest in the surrounding areas, either on neighboring islands or the Peloponnese.
Historic Personages
Andreas Vokos Miaoulis (1769–1835): A revered Hydriot here born on May 20, probably on Hydra though perhaps he brought his family to the island in later years, Miaoulis commanded the Greek naval … Keep reading …
Independence Day ◊ March 25
On March 25, Greeks celebrate the Greek National Anniversary, a major religious holiday with military parades in the larger towns and cities, celebrating Greece’s victory in the war of Independence … Keep reading …
By Car or Taxi to Ermioni or Metoxi
From Athens the driving distance to Metoxi, a village on the Peloponnese across from Hydra, is about 150 to 180 km. The trip should take about 2.5 hours. Keep reading …
By Bus to Kranidi or Ermioni
The KTEL bus service runs from the Athens station to either Kranidi (from which you can take a bus to Ermioni and catch a dolphin or take a taxi to … Keep reading …
Spring Regatta ◊ Around March 25
Hydra hosts two annual regattas that mark the beginning and end of the racing season. The first, held on the weekend before Keep reading …
Villa Pegi ◊ 2BR House ◊ Kamini Harbor
Highlights: private jacuzzi, courtyard, and terrace with sea view, close to tavernas, shops, and swimming, air conditioning, televsion, stereo Keep reading …
Convent of St. Evpraxia (at the Monestery of Profitas Ilias)
The Convent of St. Evpraxia is just 10 minutes’ walk from the Monastery of Profita Ilias. Facing the monastery’s entrance, walk to the right towards the threshing floor. As you … Keep reading …
Church of Saint Konstantinos of Hydra ◊ Kiaffa
The Cathedral of Saint Constantine the Hydriot is unmistakably modern, with an Italianate belltower. Constantine the Hydriot, Hydra’s patron saint, is a so-called neo-martyr from the period of the Turkish … Keep reading …
Hydra Resources and Links
- All about Hydra: A blog with news about life on Hydra
- City of Hydra: The website of the Municipality of … Keep reading …
A Guide to Hiking on Hydra ◊ Focus on Hydra
This website provides itineraries for twelve hikes around the island, some longer and more arduous, others short and sweet. Originally intended to be a book, published with gorgeous images of … Keep reading …
Monastery of Agia Triada (Holy Trinity) ◊ Above Mandraki
Located in the hills above Mandraki, the Monastery of Agia Triada (Holy Trinity), an example of the simple and austere monastic style of architecture.
Agia Triada is thought to have … Keep reading …
Greek Travel Resources and Links
Athens International Airport: Website of the Athens Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
Athens Airport Bus: Bus and metro information from Athens Airport to Athens … Keep reading …
Alket Macolli ◊ Technician
Alket will come to your home and provides electrical installation/repair services for air conditioners/heaters, refrigerators, freezers, cookers, ovens, washing machines and dryers, dish washers, water pumps, computers, and much, much … Keep reading …
Hydr@Tech ◊ Hydra Town
Located just meters from Hydra Harbor, Nikolaus at Hydr@Tech provides installation and technical … Keep reading …
Hydra Suites ◊ 1BR holiday rental apartments ◊ Hydra Town
Highlights: close to Hydra Harbor with next to no climb, views of the Port from some rooms, air conditioning, free WiFi Keep reading …
Tsamados Mansion (School of the National Merchant Marine)
Located on the eastern side of Hydra’s port next to the Hydra Historic Archives and Museum and built between 1780 and 1810, the Tsamados … Keep reading …
Tombazis Manor (School of Fine Art)
Housed in the four-storey Tombazis Mansion since 1936, the School of Fine Art exhibits paintings of historical ships and events. Well-known Greek painter Periklis Vizantios (1893–1971) … Keep reading …