Andros is one of the closest Greek islands to Athens and a popular weekend destination for the Athenians. An attractive island with rich history, Andros Greece distinguishes for the elegant architecture of Chora, the green landscape of the inland and the fabulous beaches. Batsi is the most tourist developed place in Andros island and it is surrounded by wonderful beaches, including Golden Beach and Agios Petros. Among the most beautiful beaches are also Ahla, Vitali and Vlychada, but the road to these beaches is track. A visit to Chora, the capital, will lead you to interesting art museums that frequently host world exhibitions.
Beaches in Andros
The most popular beach is probably Batsi, but other places to recommend are also Agios Petros, Fellos, Korthi, Gavrio, Kypri, Lefka, Kaminaki.and the bay of Korthi.
Island Nighttlife
If you insist on “clubbing” a bit, there are music bars in Batsi and Gavrion, at least during high season. There are also many bars, and you can enjoy both Greek and foreign music, whatever you prefer. In Chora there is also an outdoor cinema: all films are shown in their original languages with Greek subtitles.
Food
There are many taverns and restaurants on Andros, and quite a few local specialities. You should try the local sausages, sun dried wine and various mezedakia – tit bits. The pastries should not be missed: Andros is renowned for its excellent sweets especially those that are made of almonds the famous “kaltsounia”. Coming out of the ferry in Gavrio the restaurant ‘Konaki’ right on the waterfront offers excellent Greek cuisine. In Chora you will find local meze dishes in ‘Nefeli’ opposite the church of Panagia, in Georgiou Empeirikou street that leads to the Archaeological museum in Korai square and further down to the Maritime Museum and the statue of the Unknown Sailor.
Shopping:
There are many shops in Andros town, Chora, as well as in Batsi. Apart from the usual souvenirs, you can also get textiles, jewelry and ceramics.
Getting Around
Andros is quite a large island, so it is definitely a good idea to rent a vehicle. There are also local buses connecting some of the main villages, as well as taxis. From Gavrion the buses to Chora are at the exit of the port.
Useful Phone Numbers
- Health Centre (+30)22823 60001
- Chora Police station (+30)22820 22300
- Gavrio Police station (+30)22820 71120
- Fire station (+30)22820 42199
- Port Authorities(Gavrio) (+30)22820 71213
- Port Authorities(Chora) (+30)22820 22250
- Bus station(KTEL) (+30)22820 22316
- Taxi (Chora) (+30)22820 22171
- Taxi (Gavrio) (+30)22820 71561
- Taxi (Batsi) (+30)22820 41081
- Taxi (Korthi) (+30)22820 62171