Syros, which lies in the heart of the Cyclades, has one of the most jagged rocks in the North, and more gentle ranges of hills in the South. The prehistoric digs and the rock walls inscribed during Roman and Byzantine times, in the North-East of the island, are worth a trip.

The most beautiful beaches of the island are located in the more densely populated south and west of the island near Galissas, Possidonia, Vari, in Finikas Bay, near Kini, and Megas Gailos. Syros is well developed for tourists, and getting supplies is easy compared to more remote islands. You can travel to the island on a domestic flight, or aboard the ferry from Piraeus (3.5 hours).

Ermoupolis – Capital of Syros:

Ermoupolis, capital and port of Syros is also the uncontested capital of the entire Cyclades. This lively city, full of cafés and taverns, captivates with classical buildings, imposing old houses and the typical snow white homes of the Cyclades, which stretch from the surrounding hills right up to the harbour.

The old city of Ano Siros, which lies a little higher up, has narrow alleyways and countless steps and still looks exactly like a medieval town.

Finikas – Finikas harbour and base on Syros:

Finikas port is located in a harboured inlet on the South Western side of Syros. Just off the coast lies the islet of Psthonisis. At night, the bay is illuminated by the lighthouse on the Dimitra Rock. The best anchoring grounds can be found in the North or the South of the bay. In the North eastern corner, which protects well against the Meltemi, there is a short pier with a water depth of 3 metres.

There is water supply and showers in the harbour, and there are a couple of hotels and taverns on the coastline. To obtain supplies and fuel you would have to travel about one kilometre. The port in the South Eastern corner is military terrain.