POROS

Poros lies 31 n. miles from the port of Pireaus and is one of the most popular islands for sailing and yachting. Poros bay will offer you many small and quiet spots for relaxing.
Poros takes its name from the sea passage that separates the island from the Peloponnesian mainland. Poros consists of two islands, the small volcanic islet of Sfairia over which Poros town houses cluster on its hillside and the pine-swathed Kalavria.
Poros town, which has been stated as a preserved traditional settlement, is an appealing place with distinct color and atmosphere. The first houses were built in 1463 at the top of the hill.
Poros town, Askeli and Neorion are the most popular places for accommodation and entertainment. Whatever is your choice, the short distance within Poros island will give you the chance to meet the unique charm of every place on the island.
Askeli and Neorion are located on the pine-swathed casts of the island providing modern tourism facilities with hotels, restaurants, bars and organized beaches with water sports.
Neorion is on the west side and Askeli is on the east side of the island.
Walk along the narrow streets of poros town with the white houses, look at the sunset from Poros clock tower and watch the narrow sea passage with the small boats coming back from the Peloponnesian coast all day long.
 

Poros town

The port

View over town and port

The natural beauty of the island, that local people have so carefully preserved and exploited, prevails in all beaches in a creation of colours and harmony coexistence of sea, sand and pine trees.
Poros is one of the most popular and unspoiled of the smaller Greek Islands.
It offers the visitors not only a heaven for relaxation but a real chance to experience the authentic Greek island lifestyle, the exciting nightlife and to explore the classical sites of Peloponnesus and Athens, both within easy reach.
This naturally beautiful island is one of the most southerly in the chain of the volcanic Argo - Saronic Islands. It consists of the tiny peninsular Sferia and the main part of the island, Kalavria.
The picturesque and animated harbour and Poros Town are situated on Sferia, easily accessible from Pireus, the port of Athens and from Galatas, a small town on the Peloponnesian peninsular. When the cruise ships arrive and the port fills with tourists from all over the world, for a few hours Poros town generates a bustling, cosmopolitan atmosphere. During the day, it is easy to relax among the numerous, friendly restaurants and bars and in the evenings you can enjoy the varied and colourful nightlife.
Poros town, Askeli and Neorio will guide you to the island local and greek gastronomy. Ouzo with meze, local dishes or mediterranean cuisine either in greek tavernas or restaurants. Poros offers you night entertainment with bars and night clubs with greek and international music.