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Discover the best things to do in Ikaria Greece, beautiful beaches, best restaurants, hotels, and breathtaking photos! Complete Ikaria travel guide. (+30) 211 85 03 006
Ikaria is one of the largest islands in Eastern Aegean, of major interest for its rich folklore and mythological tradition. Blessed with a unique natural environment, Ikaria counts on verdant forests, waterfalls, beautiful streams and idyllic beaches that attract hundreds of visitors throughout the year. Of utmost importance is the lively ...
Ikaria is an amazing island, unusually green for a Greek island, even in the dry month of August. There are still lakes and reservoirs, and an abundance of pipes strung across the landscape carrying water to the farms.
Ikaria got its name from Icarus, the boy who was drowned into the sea after the sun burnt his wings when flying. It is a lush green island with gorgeous beaches, the perfect laid-back place. Swimming in fantastic beaches and hiking are the most popular things to do in Ikaria.
Complete guide to 13 Ikaria beaches with +150 unique photos and maps: Seychelles, Nas, Livadi, Messakti, Kambos, Armenistis Beach and more beaches.
Discover the amazing Ikaria Photos by Greeka and by our community members. Discover the photos of the best sightseeing, villages and beaches: photos of Evdilos, Gialiskari, Messakti, Livadi, Nas, and others.
Ikaria is one of the largest islands of the group, with a total area of 255 sq km and a coastline of about 150 km. The island has about 8,000 inhabitants. Its capital is Agios Kirikos, which is also its main port, lying on the southern coast.
You can reach Ikaria by ferry from Athens, as ferries depart from Piraeus port about 3 times per week. However, the trip lasts about 11 hours. There is a ferry connection between Ikaria and some nearby islands, too, including Samos, Syros, Mykonos and Chios.
You will find below our selection of the best hotels on Ikaria island! The most popular places to stay in Ikaria are Armenistis, Evdilos, and Agios Kyrikos. These are nice seaside villages with a calm atmosphere and few tourist facilities, including shops and taverns.
Ancient times. Archaeological evidence shows that the history of Ikaria starts in the 7th millennium BC when it was first inhabited. In the 6th century BC, Ikaria was a dependant of Samos. Since antiquity, the island was known for its spa springs.